UK Rocker, you are never too old to practice and get to playing guitar well. I am 63 and just picked up a new guitar two months ago. Although I played guitar back in the 60's I hadn't touched a guitar in almost 50 years, and yet I practiced for two months or so, and got to where I could play the chords again, and got the callouses on my fingers. As a result, I completed guitar fundamentals one in five days. That being said, try this: Give yourself at least 3 months to practice and develop the skills needed. Take your time and go through fundamentals slowly, and before you know it, the fingers will start working right and you will be playing chords. Lisa is a great instructor for beginners and there is a lot of good advice in there on chord changes, strumming techniques etc. You can do it!! You are NEVER TOO OLD!!