Re: New to site
Welcome Joshua, Let me be the first of many to say hello and help you aclimate to our wonderful family of players and GMs.
To help you get steeled in let me offer some advice:
First, read the Help and FAQ files located in the upper right corner of your screen: they will allow you to avoid many pitfalls that plague new players and thus enjoy yourself.
Second, let me recommend looking in the Game Proposals, Input, and Advice board for a game or two to join: you should really play in a game or two to get a feel for how the site works. If nothing there strikes your fancy check the Wanted - Players forum, and if both of those fail try posting for a more ideal game in Wanted-GMs.
Other than that all I can say is be consistent in your posting and give warning or notice when you will be away for a while: but above all, have fun!