Done day...
I ended up with a haircut
And a GIGANTIC examination book.
I was tempted to get O'Reilly's A+, Network+, Security+ Exams in a Nutshell* ... But the part that it was nut-shelled bothered me. I'd rather not have enough to just 'pass', I'd rather have it all. It also comes with a spiffy CD ROM. There were also "ultimate guides" that came with flash cards and other goodies, but I though that was a little too excessive.... Also too expensive. I can make flash cards if I need to anyway. OR I can find a friend with 'em and 'borrow' 'em.