Welcome! You've come to the right place to learn! Sounds like you have lots of subjects at hand, right at home.
Be sure to start posting your work in one of the Galleries. It's a great place to ask questions about your images, get how-to advice and other feedback. So dive right in - enjoy the forum!
With a spouse and 5 children, you should be able to find a gallery to post anything you wish to share here Photography Forum. There is a wealth of info and people willing to share their knowledge and experiences with you if you look around this forum. I have found being shy and reserved in life gets you a cup of coffee if you throw in a buck, soooooooooooo hop right in and make yourself known on the forum! Looking forward to the things you share.