Well, my computer finally seems to be working at the high rate of speed for which I purchased it! After some thought I came up with the idea that all of the slowness was related to USB drives. After working in that direction for a bit I must've done something right (first time all week) because now it's fast as fast can be again! There are a few little kinks to work out, but none of them are "deal breakers."
I still need to post about the Christmas programs and piano recital, and now that the computer is working nice again I'll get to it. Right now, I'm enjoying a "break" and playing games. heh-heh
(hi miki)