That's a pretty mouth boy----
Yeah Juggs - it kinda pops into place as you learn the concepts. SQL syntax is always a little bit of a pain in the ass - but learn to work in small blocks and strap it together.
Also - just a rule I have found useful - if your query takes more than a few seconds - there is a way to optimize it. Either the query or the server (or how the query is stored (view/sproc/etc).
Anyway - have fun and make sure to come back for more TW style advice