Took it to shop this morning. The guy said it was likely a pinion bearing going out but that it was certainly not bad yet. He said he has customers that drive it for a year longer when its only as bad as mine. I can't do that so we are getting it fixed first available time which is week after Christmas. Estimate was $600 for rear and up to $900 if its front differential. He didn't put it upon rack to determine that this morning.
He also showed me that the motor mount on drivers side was broken so he will take care of that while its apart.

I really appreciate the help on this thread. I am not mechanical at all so advice and suggestions help me feel like I am not being taken advantage of.

If I can ever help any of you out, please let me know.

Merry Christmas!!!