Hi Steve,

Thanks for the props! Getting the basic chords and strumming rhythm first, then adding some of the electric guitar fills as you get more comfortable is a great path to success. Always start out slow at a tempo that you can play at without breaking the beat (or having pauses between chords and/or fills). This way of practice works for me (I still do it when I'm learning something new) as well as my students who follow this advice.

And be patient. It takes time and practice to play good solid guitar.

-Dave