Originally Posted by: alheisley

Looks like I'm one of the older guys here - 70. I had never had a guitar in my hands until 1 month ago. I haven't gotten very far but the interest is there. Simply put, I haven't been practicing much and it shows.

Reading this thread has been just what I needed. I'm encouraged and reminded that practice is key. I have to remember that it's a matter of time until my fingers start finding their way by themselves and that excuses don't help.

I'll be returning here whenever I feel the need to reboot.

I'm rootin' for you sir! I've been at this for over forty years and just this very time around that I am sticking to it and the progress is gaining speed! Stick to it, you can do it! Brain plasticity has been proven scientifically. If you perservere at something long enough the brain adapts to it's new learning state. Cheers!