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Hi Rod66,
The stars forming the pattern of the constelations is not important. Some charts donot show the faintest stars, hence missing out on some component stars. What is important is the boundaries dividing them. These boundaries define the nomeclature of the component stars, objects, events occuring within, etc.
I have mentioned before how I can see less today with a 10" f/5 scope than I could 15 yrs ago with a 5" f/10 here in central Sydney. However, I can still find Cent A, but it's a struggle. Having seen it often I am familiar with the star patterns which surround it, making locating it easier. This doesn't help you find it, but it does show how familiar you can become with the sky.
M104 & M83 are also bright enough to be seen from suburbia at this time of year.
Be patient.
Most details through a scope a subtle. Learn to use your scope. Learn to star hop. Very soon you will be seeing more and more with your own eyes.
Mental.
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