Jon, you are absolutely correct. I remember it like it was yesterday. It's not a pleasant thing to admit that you've done something stupid but if just one person can learn from that mistake it will be well worth .
And I am glad you shared your story, Amir. Please do not think that because I quoted you I was referring to you - I was not. I quoted you because your description of the concentration required was spot on. Even with a fair amount of instrument time, there is the occasion that I get into a disorienting situation that requires the same focus you described. Everything else becomes secondary to aircraft control.
David - that's an interesting technique. Most of my IMC has been in helos, so I never thought to use the wing, when in the RV, in the manner you described. Great idea.