@rkitchen113, I got my first guitar about the same time as you. I didn't buy it; Santa brought it. (Well, ok so I guesss I sort of bought it lol). Also in retiremnent.
Nor do I play in a band and never will. But I also hope to do a jam somewhere, sometime. This is a great way to spend our time in retirement.
Among the myriad of online learning choices you have chosen a great one. Keep us posted on your progress.
[u]Guitars:[/u] 2014 PRS Santana, 2013 PRS Paul's, 2009 PRS Hollowbody, 1972 Gibson ES-325, 2012 Fender Strat American Standard, 2012 Yamaha Pacifica, Martin M-36, Martin 000-15M, Seagull S6 Classic[br][u]Amps:[/u] Fender Blues Junior III, Boss Eband JS-10, Line 6 POD 500X, Quilter Microblock 45