Hey all, I have been quiet for a little while, it has been hectic. But, I haven't been neglecting my learning, and I wanted to pass a helpful hint along.
This goes for noob's as well as you old pro's, if you haven't checked out @PotPieGirl 's stuff, you're missing out.
She got started and became a pro all by herself, so she knows the ins and outs of IM. She will get you started in the right track, or get you out of a rut if you are stuck.
Trust me, she's very informative, and she comes across as "light," meaning you will not get stuck on big words or confusing directions. She is very articulate, and makes it easy to understand.
So, check her out, and I hope she helps ya'll as much as she has helped me out.
Good luck, and Happy Helping!