RE: newbie in search of help
Well, first, your avatar says "Ill, USA." That does not tell us much about where you are. The point of this is to try to direct you to someone that can definitely help you out. That would be a club with some experienced people that could.. would.. point out what you are doing wrong and steer you in the right direction.
So, help us out, here.. let us help you. Give us more to go on here.
CGr.