Nice post and a very good advise for beginner. It make me think when I started using a straight razor, about ten years ago. It was intimidating first, both shaving and honing, but however they are both necessary steps in order to enjoy an art.
My first straight razor was a Dovo 101 6/8 Full Hollow, Round Point. Although the seller said it was shave ready, I soon realized it was anything but shave ready. I soon bought many hones and stones - a good investment you will never regret - and, step by step, little by little, by watching others honing a razor, you finally are successful in having a good edge and, therefore, a good shave.
Never give up and follow Bpfoh's advice: we all started from there, we all know how hard it was in the beginning, but we all know it was worth it. Well done!