yeah, odd … indeed.  yet, all in purposeful order … i guess i was asking for the opportunity to learn more about php and wp-templates and the universe answered … LOL

i think it would make sense for me to push the post/comment/widget part of the page back.  what area would i find that code?

my efforts to this point have yielded 'less-than-optimal' results …

i would really like to get this sorted out without having to change themes.  my site concept requires the drop down menu functionaltiy.  over at pixopoint forum this advice was suggested and i have no idea what it means … any help?

"The <div id="nav" … tag is possibly causing you problems, plus your theme has placed a carriage return before the Doctype (which is not allowed)."