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Lynn,
I can definitely relate to what you are saying here and how under the circumstances, all you can do is dedicate yourself to your art, hope it pays off, and try to see the positive side of the situation.
My husband was laid off too on December 26, 2000 after 31 years with one company and is still desperately searching. Like you - no savings, investments wiped out. I thought I would be depressed about it, but the past three years have been great because I finally found the motivation to really put my mind to my art and try to make something of it. I have done more with it in the last 3 years than the previous 30. And yes, I work full time and am also writing a book so I am kicking myself for always using the ole "I don't have time for my art with a full time job" excuse (used that one for 7 years). You need more than dedication - you first need motivation and the rest is easy.
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