Considering python - have a few questions.

[Grumman]

> I would want the program to run in Windows for sure.  If it could work on a
> Mac and other systems, that would be a plus. 
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> btw - I have the database designed (and the program info database filled) in
> Access....

If running on a Mac really is a goal, ditch Access, its windows only. 
You'd want to look into MySQL, PostgreSQl or some such for 
inter-platform use.