Java

I started with Java then C. But I have stopped programming. For my age and responsibilities I wonder if I will ever go back to programming. It was my first love.

It really depends on the platform - which one your potential employer needs, etc. Java has been around for a while and has many applications relying on it. While Phyton, although new, shows a lot of potential.

the advice all came in then suddenly two people posted a link for the mylot/help link. wondering how that helps?

Welcome to myLot. Enjoy the site! The first step for all newbies is to read the Guidelines to learn what is allowed or not on the site. Then you can write a post introducing yourself. Tell us a bit about yourself. Furthermore, read around as much as you can, Like and Comment on other members' posts. Only then will members come to your site and do the same. This is called interaction. Don't expect too much money-wise. If you reach $5 a month (the payout limit), you can call yourself lucky.