Spazz, I so envy your grit! You are willing to put yourself out there, and that's so incredible! Don't worry about those children around you, just take the first step! You'll be great!

I love this forum! Even if we don't know each other on a personal basis, we can come together and encourage our sisters!

JoAnn, I'm from the *secretary* era as well, but I bolted a few years ago and went into sales and design (strictly commission). I just couldn't bear one more day strapped to a desk! My parents weren't willing to send us (or help) girls to college either & I put myself through a community college course...

You can do it, Spazz!!