I don't know TA so if you have a few minutes, please explain two things to me. 1. Are there signals of a bottom being at hand for this current down period, and if so, what are they, and what are your time estimates for the change of pace? 2. Pleas list the steps I shoud take in order to become educated as a trader so that I can understand TA and FA and other types of analysis; please list in a numerical order the steps to take from beginning through, and including books to purchase, software, et cetera. These questions answered are very important to me and so I will thank you utterly upon receit. Getting to the point wihout wasting more time and money would be wonderful. And if you need any aesthetic opinions or would like assistance in making an investment in post-modern or modern art, please contact me, I'll be at your service. RW rowenwood@hotmail.com