Hey folks, I've been lurking around here for about a month or so now and I just had to throw my opinion into the mix on this subject. Although I currently don't have a shop or any tools and have never swung a hammer at glowing metal of any kind, I believe that there is something great to be learned from the OP. Even if you don't learn to go fully ambidextrous it is well worth applying Mr Miyagi's "wax on, wax off" lesson to Daniel san and try to achieve some sort of balance between the two sides of your body.
Great insight Kevin! This post is a great example of why lurking around this forum will give me a leg up when I finally have the space to start setting up a beginners shop.
Dave