Until you started talking about being excited about learning to shoot and more I was going to suggest that "giving in" might be a hint that you aren't ready yet. Don't be worried about asking questions as long as you are sincere about the question you shouldn't come across anyone here that will give you a rough time. I don't visit but a couple of other forums so I can't be sure, but this one is the most tame that I'm aware of or that I've heard of. They are also some of the most knowledgeable folks around.
BTW, it has also taken me several years to get used to being called Mister and Sir.
