Hi Craig, 

Brian from Tennessee, USA here.  Sounds like yours and my journey have many similarities, as I consider myself a late stage beginner.  Although I read somewhere if you can do barre chords, you really aren't in the "beginner" category. 

After taking one on one lessons for a couple years I thought I could do it on my own using books and YT.  Found out it is the structure I need.  Like you said, too much jumping around.  That is what lead me here.

I used to get frustrated at my lack of skill and progress.  I made a conscience decision to relax and enjoy the time I spend playing and practicing.  Some days I lack motivation to pick up the guitar.  I have yet to figure out why.  But that doesn't bother me anymore, I just try again the next day.

Cheers!