I am glad we could help. It is not easy to hear "no" from anybody, but it takes a big person to evaluate the situation, and do the right thing, especially if it isn't what the want. That shows real maturity for any age.
Awesome that you volunteer at a reptile shop now!
Keep fueling your passion, learning, and when the time is right, you'll kick butt as a reptile parent! Plus, you will experience multiple species and types of reptiles, so you should know exactly what you want to focus on.
Good luck!