I'm trying to teach myself photoshop...it is not fun...but it does kill time rather well.
belljar:
thank you so much. and you're probably right. the waiting is always the worst. thanks for all the good wishes. 
glassheart:
if you need any help, let me know. I am a self taught photoshopper myself. well, and someone gave me a book, that Id be more than happy to lend to you!