I wanted to share that in this business of photography, everyday is a learning process.  I've never claimed to be a professional photographer but what I do know is that I love what I'm doing and the finished product puts a lot of smiles on peoples faces.  While I enjoy the positive feedback, I also entertain the constructive critism, I'm always striving to be better than I am today.
I read so much about hostility in other photographers and cannot understand why people can be so bitter to another photographer.  I must admit I have seen some lousy stuff out there by "photographers" but it's not in my practice to bash these people publically.  All I know is that my product is good and I'm very proud of where I am today.  Postive thoughts are better for the soul.  Don't worry about all the competition out there, just look at it as a time for growth in what you offer. Listen, people will always need photographers so there is plenty of business to go around.  Thank God! ha