No, you're not nuts at all. Fellow 30-something here, you should run with it, if it's what you want to do. Like with start ups, persistence is key. As other pe

No, you're not nuts at all. Fellow 30-something here, you should run with it, if it's what you want to do. Like with start ups, persistence is key. As other people have said, put some stuff up to showcase what you're capable of. If you work on a side project that you can demonstrate to people and possibly get some revenue (or at least public recognition) from it'll help improve your personal brand, which in turn will make it easier for you to get hired, providing the jobs are around in your area.