Sparks, I hope that your MIL's friend heals soon...and I hope it wasn't breast cancer that spread. Miracles happen every day - I hope she has one of them!

LLK - Good luck with the interview! I hope you get the job, and have a mentor there who will guide you along in the hands-on learning. S/he will have been in your shoes once, after all.

Prayers to all that need them.