Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!
Ok...I have a drop test kit that only tests CL & PH and todays numbers are:

CL - 3.0+
PH - 6.8

I have noticed that the since I shocked it the water has changed from brown to gray/green but I still cant see to the bottom. I have a Hayward sand filter and the pressure is right where it should be. Again, friends suggested to just keep shocking since the brown changed to green and thats great if that's all it is. Plus I've added a scum sock to the skimmer to catch all the stuff that may be making its way back through the filter. Since the CL is high I'm pretty sure I'm safe for now as far as algae goes. If I need a sequestering agent, can I add it since I've already shocked the pool...I've heard that can make things worse. I plan to have my water tested tomorrow for metals. Thanks again for the help and walking this "newbie" through this mess.
Andy