Hey Mark We're glad that you finally joined the forum and congratulations with the success that you've had so far. Let us know if we can help you out with anything.

As for getting excited, I'd also recommend deciding what you want to do when you become lucid. Repeat it to yourself before you go to bed so that when you become lucid you won't have to think about what you want to do. Also, it should allow you to react quicker so that you don't have to spend time merely reveling in the feeling, though I enjoy that as well.

You could also try any relaxation techniques during the dream. The best would probably be to watch your breathing and keep it steady.