Clearly I'm still having problems with the amount of light to let in and how to adjust them to get the right amount.  The combination of the f-stop (smaller = less light), shutter speed (slower = more light), and ISO (higher = more light).  So in less then ideal (very cloudy) conditions, it took a while to adjust the settings up or down to get the right set.

To be fair, one class, had the camera for 10 days.  Though I have taken 378 photos so far.  There were a couple of photos that turned out pretty well.

So I originally invested in an refurbished Canon T5 (already discontinued), because it reduced the startup cost for a hobby.  However, I've dropped money on extra memory cards (~$20), extra battery (~$15), and the most recent round, arriving today, a bag, tripod and lens hood (~$60).  So much like when I hear friends talk about adding motorcycle parts, it's about accessories.  Though to be fair, so far my accessories are way cheaper then motorcycle ones.

I really enjoyed the part of my morning at the DTFM after I put down my shopping bags and just started taking pictures.  It was calming and quiet.  Looking for things to shoot, playing with settings.