Lager.... your response was very much appreciated - thank you!

One thing I forgot to mention is if I let my car warm up 10 min. or so (which I know I shouldn't have to do in the first place) my car will seldom give me any headaches, it doesn't seem to shudder or stick, it goes into first & second no problem. I couldn't figure out why it only causes problems on a cold start. Anyway, I will take your advice & work with it. Thanks again!