RonS - 3:23 pm on Mar 2, 2007 (gmt 0)

Thank you all for your thoughtful responses, and thanks to WW and this forum too, as I've learned a lot from the membership here. The main site is a hobby site, at least it started out that way! The advice here about do/write about what you enjoy is spot on.

I left my "real" job in IT management back in 2002. This was supposed to be the fun pasttime! :) Now instead of interacting with 50 people a day, I sit at my computer screen with my wife at my back (we sit facing away from each other) sharing the office in my home. I suppose having her AT my back 8 hours a day is better than having her ON my back 24/7.

My next goal would have to be HUGE as I'm not one for setting small goals. I also like to set realistic goals, because I like to achieve them! I suppose the question is, "Do I have the stomach to sit behind this desk for another three or four years and do this thing with renewed energy and dedication?" and "Will I ever get a GoogleGift?" LOL

My next step would likely involve hiring someone to help run things technically. I have a GREAT webhost, but now it is time for a dedicated box (or two for HA / failover) and I just simply don't want to be doing that sysadmin stuff.

I am still undecided. Maybe a vacation would be good, but how does one take a vacation from this type of job? I'm already in my pajamas all day.