If you post your question here, you'll get more input, and probably faster than just PMing one person. You may also want to try the Graphics, Insider Icons and Website Design Board. Otherwise, you can PM me if you'd like.
Thanks much for your offer. It's more than just one question which is why I didn't post it, it's more of a 'my brain is full and I can't learn any more' issue.
Even SAMS PHP & MySQL Development can't help me at this point.
I'll check the forums, but if I get desperate/confused/frustrated/slightly insane, I'll PM you