It sounds like you're on the right track - if you read the other posts here, the key is just sticking with it until the end. There is a method you can use to get a better estimate of your chlorine level for now with your test kit - use a small amount (Carl recommends a shotglass) of pool water and add the same amount of distilled water then test. Multiply your result by 2 to get your Cl level. If you still max out at 5, you can go to two shots of distilled water and one shot of pool water then multiply your result times 3. It's not the most accurate measurement but should get you close enough to get you by until you get your test kit.

Hang in there!

Peter