OK... so to those who think that all performers should be well prepared... know the words etc.... I had a stroke in 1986... I have a short term memory problem which prohibits me from learning anything new.... I used to sing a lot in the 60's 70's and was asked to sing often.... but what about now.... how would you feel if I brought my book of songs in and looked up the page, then enabled to sing some of the more contemporary Folk songs of the day.... I can remember the 60's 70's ones easily but not retain the modern.... how do you feel about that???? Should I refrain from singing in case I offend one of you?