Hello all. Wanted to update everyone on latest information in re my request for assistance.
First and foremost, I thank each and every one of you for your exceptionally valuable advice.
I tried many different blends that were recommended. The Good Companion surprised me the most as although I initially reported no issues when smoking just a bit (less than half a bowl), when I smoked a full bowl I noticed a definite buzz effect, and it also affected my wife. The nicotine in that blend is (apparently) much higher than what I'm used to, and not only did it keep me up all night but it kept my wife up as well. So that's out. From Edwards I also tried Quickdraw and Black and Gold. Wife did not like the Black and Gold at all, and was indifferent at best to the Quickdraw so those were out.
I personally did not enjoy the 1-Q which surprised me as it came highly recommended here. I found it average at best.
I thought C/D Autumn Evening would be her favorite but nope, she was not a fan. So much for that brilliant idea of mine!
On the recommendations from this thread I tried several from LJ Peretti: Burlington, Whiskey Cavendish, and Boylston. Of those, I thought the Boylston was the best and that was the tobacco she liked the best. So it looks like the Boylston will do the trick.
In retrospect I feel that the majority of you were spot on; this wasn't a burley issue but rather a nicotine content issue for me.
Again, my gratitude for all that took the time to respond and to make suggestions and give advice. I hope someday I can return the favor.
V/R
Mike