I encourage you to first take your shahada and enter into the fold of Islam.
http://convertingtoislam.com/shahada.html
Prayer is very important in Islam, but it can be overwhelming to a new revert to learn a new language and ritual. I encourage you to try your best and not let over-zealous Muslims push you beyond your comfort zone in making the adjustment to being a Muslim. It is helpful if you can find a supportive sister-in-faith to help you.
Brother Woodrow said something to the effect of, "It takes only a moment to enter into Islam, but it takes a lifetime to become a Muslim."