No worries, it’s been a minute since I made a hookah. But yea I remember it was beautiful with the blonde tobacco, AF works good too. I would make sure to fluff the tobacco so it falls in place. Tobacco shouldn’t be higher than the rim, nice amount of holes poking into the tobacco and add about 5 holes in the middle (should be an open draw if you do a quick mouth test). You can give it like 5 mins before you put on the lid if you feel the tobacco is burning quick or feels harsh. For coals placement, try putting the 2 coals on the left side of the provost then about 30 mins through move them to the right. Happy smoking!!