Im fairly new to the site too...great place
In terms of playing guitar....I think its totally different for everyone...some pick it up really fast and some just go at a snails pace....I think some are born with music in their head ( lucky them ) ...and some who work hard for their ability to play the littlest thing
I think they key is practice...work hard at what you want to achieve out of it
and dont give up. Im working on setting up a practice schedule right now to give me something to focus on
im sure the instructors here will be of great help
good luck and keep us posted