iprofess is a great site that has a lot of the basic information new converts need. Many of your questions can be answered under the Life as a Muslim section. And as for a girl, do NOT worry about that right now. Seriously. Don't rush into marriage. Focus on learning your religion, getting your practices in order, and then when you're comfortable, then think about meeting girls.


However, for 1400 years, the knowledge of the Islam was taught directly from teacher to student. Today, we will often just pick up a book or surf the web and try to figure stuff out for ourselves. That can cause a lot of problems. Best to find a teacher and learn from one who knows. If there isn't one in your area, ICNA Chicago has a free online class on Thursdays