Wolf Q- I am not going to let you off that easily, and as EmilyTSpoiled (and overly educated...LOL) said, not everyone knows what they want at 18..or if they do, it will prolly change by 25.

The thing that gets me though is doing 'nothing' towards ANY goal. I think we sometimes get so overwhelmed with the prospect of a four year program that we end up doing nothing towards it. And, a four year program is not for everyone. But, having said that, you better have a trade you can rely on. I think you need one or the other, and even having both doesn't guarentee you a job, career, or happiness.

I was very very fortunate- I had the vast majority of my undergrad paid for by my parents. I took out loans for law school, and am hugely indebt for it. I lived with my mom during school, and she paid most of my expenses...THANKS LILLLYCAT! But, loans are available. I would do it again- loans and all, because for me, the education was worth it.

So, if art is your passion, then look towards a fine art degree...with an emphasis in arts...or, get a business degree, I don't think it really matters...just get some more education, experience behind you...develop yourself more....learn ways to combat your shyness...we all can't be loud, assertive, and opinionated like me, but, maybe you can come out of your shell a little bit, with exposure.

There is that silly saying, "beauty is as beauty does" and the more you cap on yourself, the more you are going to stay down. I have a sister that was a little clam. She still is, kinda...but, she really works on it. She has come really far..course, she is nearly 35...but, I think anyone can do it. You certainly can write, and I wouldn't have guessed you as a shy person....

Maybe with the onset of the New Year, you can develop some goals, little ones, bigger ones, etc...and shoot for them!!! I hope you don't take anything I say as criticism...I just want to encourage you as others have encouraged me. Maybe you can move in with my mom and she can pay all your expenses, too!!!! Ha hah ahhahahahhahh