I wanted to do arts when I started the college but my mother vetoed it. I didn't like most of the arts teachers so I went for photograhy which is close to arts. Did a year but decided I can't see myself spending all my time in darkroom. Had thought about optical or medical tech. Decided on computer programming. Love the programming but hate the way my old employer treated me. Right now, I am not working as I have to look after my mother. I would want to be self-employed but in what? Maybe in computer programming or webmastering.
Kaitin, you haven't found your calling yet. Keep looking. Since you like reading, how about working in the library? You love animals - how about working for no-kill shelter, finding homes for the pets? I have heard about using a hobby for a living as it is a best thing as it won't be like a chore at all.
Shel90, what interesting stuff you've gotten??
Fredfam1, Free stuff?? Are you on freecycler.org like I am??