Thanks, guys... there are some good suggestions here and I'll soon implement some of them. I have to cool it for awhile since my pipes are raw, but on the mend. Frustrating, since I'm fired up.

I'm in the process of memorizing lyrics. You don't have to convince me of the importance of performing to your audience. I've seen performers both ways... and yes, it makes a huge difference.

Has anybody ever seen Cat Stevens perform? 20 some years ago I saw him... and even tho it was only a TV performance, I was so knocked out by his enthusiasm and passion that I'll never forget it. Yea, memorizing lyrics isn't the easiest thing in the world, but easier than changing the way you've been breathing all your life, for me, anyway. Think I'll go have a pickle.