New member here

[the 'stache]

Welcome aboard, Jeff!

It sounds like you're in the same boat I was. I returned to the hobby about four years ago, and immediately felt like a hamster running on a squeaky wheel trying to keep up with all the new issues. I still collect some modern cards, but I have found pre-war collecting to be much more enjoyable.

I know you said you were still trying to pinpoint what you want to collect. My advice is take your time. Look around, and don't be afraid to ask questions. This place has some of the nicest, and most knowledgeable hobby enthusiasts you'll ever find. Just remember, too, that there is no right or wrong way to collect. Collect what you love.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. My message box is always open.

Have fun! I look forward to seeing what you end up doing.

Bill

[Leon]

Welcome Jeff. If you can't make your mind up on what to collect you can always be a type collector, like myself and some others, and collect all of them. I have always liked variety and type collecting fills that niche in our hobby. There are an endless number of ways to collect and reading this board you will see a ton of them. Happy collecting and good luck in the hunt!!

[ethicsprof]

welcome aboard!
great having you with us.
all the best,
barry

[sportsnbikes]

Thanks everyone for the very nice responses and the offers of help. I made a trip to the local card store today to root around in their cards and get a few ideas of what I may like. All of the stuff I saw was graded stuff. I think I'd rather perfect the skill of picking up non-graded cards and getting them graded myself or not at all. There is just something about never being able to physically hold the item in my hand.