Barbara,
Congtats on the job! I agree with everyone else that said you are perfect for this job. As far as the interstate thing you will figure something out! Like you said already, go the long way! Do not let anything get in your way of doing this! If you seriously want this then you will be great! As far as encouragement is concerned I think you are really on the right site for that! People here care about you and will be there to support you.

Colleen