Well, I am glad it doesn't sound as though it is me as much as maybe my pick! Thanks! I had read Jean Ritchie's advice on cutting them out of plastic and did try a couple, but wasn't very happy with them. I have been using Fender triangular that I like the feel and shape of, BUT it is hard and does not flex easily.

LOL...it IS great for this one French jig I've been working up, as it is fast and the volume is great!

BillD, I reckon I will try my finger for strumming, too. I never sent you any info for the noter, even though I still wouldn't turn one down:-), because I find using my finger works really well. The way one is supposed to hold a noter is just really awkward for me and hurts my shoulder.

Thanks, everyone,

kat