MAB,
Be sure to tell us how your show went Saturday evening. I'm curious if the boy's in the band performed your song "Bamatized" to your liking. Another thing; I know your good at reading an audience when you play. Some may respond more to an upbeat melody like "Barefeet" and let you know during the song they really like it. On the other hand a more serious song like "Old Memories" and "Tables And Chairs" may effect the listener differently and by them being silent and paying attention may be the clue they are engaged. Can you tell us a little how that process works and how it played into your show.
Hey Kid, welcome back. Sounds like your new job has some manual labor involved. Keep at it and they'll whip you into shape soon enough. Good to hear also you are back into things with your music. Good luck with that as well.
OD