Originally posted by RUCALOVE
I AM A 22 Y/O GIRL . . .

Hey, now that's the way to get replies. I'm surprised this hasn't gotten about 20 . . .

Anyway, LaLimace is right. Get a teacher! Yes, they can be expensive, but you'll be glad you did. I've seen too many screwed up guitarists trying to learn exclusively from books or the internet. Books and the internet are good resources, but only a teacher can show you the proper techniques to get started.