[marcamillion]

Thnx for the encouragement fhirzall.

The truth is, a funny thing has started happening. The more I used jQuery and the more I solved some problems, is the more I understood javascript better - which was a bit strange at first. I have had a few 'epiphany' moments.

Your analogy about the car makes total sense, especially for what I am trying to do.

Your point about my questions helping other programmers is also very true and prescient.

This is why I love HN, because I can get good, heartfelt feedback about issues I am dealing with in the moment.

Thanks again.