I know I've said this before, but it's still true - remember that YOU are in command the moment you appear before them. They don't know what you're going to do - you do. You have the psychological advantage! Enjoy the power!

As for drink... some years back, after playing a not so good first set with a rock band, I had a few shots at the bar during the interval. To this day I don't remember playing the second set. Now I just have one small slug before playing, just as a heart-starter. (Except when playing in church, of course... it isn't available!)

Hope your presentation goes well, Diva.

- ian B