Ok my reply isn't showing up so I'm posting this again...I just wanted to thank all of you for the welcome and the advice.

I suppose the most important thing is having confidence in yourself which I sometimes tend to be lacking in. :~) I'm so tired of struggling out of bed in the morning to go to a job that I hate. I'm very serious about this and luckily my husband is supporting my decision so that helps alot.

I'll be looking into colleges in my local area of RI, I have children so local it will have to be. I'm also considering correspondence courses, although I think I would do better with one on one person to person classes.

To JordyArt: I know what you mean about missing that shot...my camera back-pack has to weigh at least 30 lbs. and it often sits at home. I've missed many opportunities for that perfect picture.

I am, therefore I create.......
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