Shyness and Introversion: The Same Thing?

I would like to start off with a resounding: No!  Although I consider myself to be both there is a difference. Introversion has to do with how much time you like spending with people.  For example, I have few friends and I like it that way for the most part.  I enjoy time by myself and feel tired after meeting with lots of people.  How can you find out if you are introvert?  One test I found really interesting: http://theadventurouswriter.com/blog/test-introverted-personality-traits-introversion-signs/.  Now if you are anything like me you can't stand large crowds, noisy, crowded places and people that never stop talking!  I think I will stick with my nice, quiet life thank you.
Now about the shyness, that is a whole other issue.  Meeting new people is sometimes stressful.  Not knowing what to say, being easily intimidated, making small talk can all be difficult.  I used to be petrified of public speaking, but now that I have been forced to do it, I have a reasonable level of nervousness that I can handle.  Calling strangers on the phone, not fun, but I have learned that skill as well.  Walking into a room full of strangers or dating are still huge challenges.  I consider it a good day when I can have a short conversation with a cute guy!  Hmm maybe this would explain my lack of dates lol.
Anyway, I guess I was trying to say introversion is something innate whereas shyness is learned and can be overcome.  I am sure that even if I weren't shy I would not be dying to socialize with everyone and anyone.

Introduction

A little more about me...I go to a state college studying sociology and criminal justice.  I have no idea what I want to do with my life but I think that no one really, truly does.  I would consider myself a conservative Christian meaning that I believe in all the fundamentals of Christianity such as the death, resurrection and salvation of Jesus.  I don't consider myself a fundamentalist in lifestyle, necessarily.  I am also politically conservative, both fiscally and socially.  I hope to cover subjects like that on this blog.  Some people will undoubtedly not appreciate my opinions but such is life and plus I love a good debate, as long as it doesn't get out of hand :).  I will probably think of some more things to say as I go along but if anyone every has a question I will see if I can answer it.