Thanks again guys for all the input and ideas. I've been practicing and practicing and it has paid off. Doug, just as you said the improvement will be gradual but not that difficult seemingly. Sometimes I think we ask a question and we already know the answer but we are hoping for a quicker fix. But as I've learned in lealrning guitar it takes time, patience, persistence, and lots of practice. Playing with the band is really helping me. Thanks again guys. I love this site.