Kendall, I haven't met you, but several years ago, I got a copy of your tape and loved your singing. I really like your interpretations of Irish/American old songs. Now, if what you've got ain't malignant (and we're all sure it ain't!!!) then you just might have vocal polyps or nodes. I had them 20 years ago, and they're no big deal -well they really are a big deal to someone who likes to sing - but it's easy to get over them. So do what you have to do , think positively, laugh frequently, and shut the hell up! Then for God's sake make another recording so we can enjoy more of your stuff! May the wind at your back always be your own! All the BEST. Seamus