Ultimately, I would love to work in preservation or restoration, but how does one learn that sort of thing? I would think it would involve a sort of on-the-job training. Unfortunately, we are not close to any sort of museum, except local historical societies that are run by mostly volunteers. So, maybe for the future. :shrug:
I would love to sell my work, but my skills are not consistent with doing 'production' type work that sould sell in that kind of shop. I will say, for example, that I want to make mugs, and measure the same amount of clay for a pair. I couldn't get them to look alike, so doing a 'set' of dishes is not possible at this point. Mind you, I'm not saying NEVER, just not yet.
One advantage to having the kids fulltime at school this year will be six hours a day, 5 days a week I will have some flexibility in my routine. That opens a big window of opportunity to work on my wheel skills, as well as freeform sculpture. I also want to work on decorative painting skills. The last painting class I took was in high school. :hammer:
I do think, in your case, there is an ever-increasing need for early childhood specialists. It seems very beneficial for most children to have a 'classroom' type experience before they begin their school career. And your life experience will be invaluable to you. I know you can do it! :kiss: