I agree, when I saw the thread title I came here with an idea of someone that would be asking some very basic, newbie-type questions, then I began reading the post - and saw that it was anything but. so Tarbishaw, female or not, I don't see you as helpless at all and you'll do fine. Hope the advice that you have been given helps you try some new combinations.
best regards,
aj
best regards,
aj