Well, I have taken the plunge.  I have purchased both Crowe and Rita books.  Currently on Chapter 4 of Crowe; have had to re-read this chapter to get a better understanding.  The concepts certainly makes sense, but there is a large amount to remember.  The goal is to complete a chapter every 2 days.

Planning to complete both books, and then read PMBOK.

Journey of a thousand miles has begun. :)

Just wanted to say the forum has lots of good information.

Kerry