woblybil, I see what you mean. Its harder to DEILD and remember the previous dream, but! it came to me later on after my 3rd successful DEILD.
Another way I could use it, is as soon as I awaken, try remember my dream, then DEILD (If that fails) at least I have a dream written down. Win Win.
Here's my DEILD I had this morning. I tried something different this morning (Sleep breathing/Deep Breathing), which may help some of you that are looking to DEILD and still haven't achieved one yet. Check it out!
3rd Successful DEILD - Dream Journals