Update on the contact lens situation.

I pretty much can get the lens in and out.   

I found the secret is to get really formal about the hand-washing part. Really clean the hands with hot water and soap. Use a nice towel to wipe everything perfectly dry, and special care with the fingers I'm going to use. It's healthy and it's also kind of a meditation, prepare the mind for the work to come.

Then approach the mirror with confidence.

I find that when the lens that has "engaged" with the eye it makes a few little popping sounds, as the air under the lens gets popped out. Once I hear that I know I can roll my finger off the lens and it will stay behind.

When I have trouble it's because I didn't psych myself up for it.