Thank you for your detailed answer, salpecam, I really appreciate it.

The anal training is real turn on for me, and while I do not suffer from ‘roids, I am quite sensitive there and find it difficult to “endure” the insertion. Usually after the initial pain, all is good - but, and I am really not cry baby and can take some serious pain, but this one in particular does not … sit well with me.
I did go to the Adult store afterwards and asked and received (ask and you shall receive) the anal-e-z lubricant, but damn - they make them small and expensive. It did help though lol … so, I will keep trying

Thanks again for info and … encouragement!