Thanks Trish - Nice to hear from another beginner & someone who's just a few months ahead of me! Must be exciting to reach the point where you can actually start working on songs!

The sore fingers are frustrating, but if you're now managing up to an hour or two then that's encouraging! Can barely do 20 minute chunks at the moment... usually twice a day though to add up to 40-odd minutes daily practice. Even in 5/6 days I feel there's a nice bit of progress.

I appreciate your input!!