Dude, there are hundreds of discussions on everything related to what you are asking.
I am planning my first cycle ever as well, and I have been reading every day for an hour or two for two weeks.
Don't expect someone to just take you under their wing and teach you everything that you need to know.
There are also books that you can buy, and I also advise you NOT to believe everything that you read on these discussion forums, either. I know that this sounds contradictory, but you need to get through the BS - some people talk out of their butts, and others have an agenda.
Once the general picture emerges from all of the noise, I will start to post specific questions that I needs answered for myself, that I could not find on the boards.
p.s., I am 38, not 45. I have to go see what is up with the birth date.
Regards,
R