SueJane
The most important things in life are people so your job. You and people like you are treasures, this is a jpb to be VERY proud of look in the mirror and tell yourself you are one in a million.
Starting with a new hairstyle is crucial for any woman so go from there. Then visit the beauty counter at department stores (they give all sorts of trial samples etc for you to use) The sales are an ideal time for you to go try something in a new style and if you like it get it at least half price.
The OU course sound fantastic they are great courses.
This way you have looked after the outside and stimulated the inside and you natural beauty and intelligence, kindness will shine for all to see

all the very best for 2009
Lola x