After my third attempt I decided to opt for an EOR as I only need .5 more in writing to attain north of 450 CRS points.
1st attempt: L-7.5, R-8, W-7.5, S-7
2nd attempt: L-8, R-7.5, W-6, S-9
3rd attempt: L-8.0, R-9, W-6.5, S-8.5
I submitted my EOR on July 20th and I am currently still waiting...