"Also, from the numerous questions that you pose at the end of your post, it sounds as if you haven't planned for your poker career."

This is true. I just quit my job yesterday, so I am still fleshing out all the details, wondering if it is possible. I do intend to look for another job (probably part-time) within the next month or so.

I have heard that small stakes limit games are the softest, the easiest to crush as an expert player. I hope to be an expert player sooner rather than later and am trying to take steps in the right direction. Any advice is appreciated.

TMA