I didn't re-install Java, I updated my Java, but I'll try those suggestions.

I did delete my preference folder.. that .limewire folder. I did it when I uninstalled. That very informative post told me to wipe all reference to LW after uninstall and pre-reinstall.

Other than AVG, I don't have any other Virus scanners running. Also, I cleared it out of running via the Task Manager. LW still gave me the message with my AVG not running.

All right.. let me try that Java thing and I'll get back to you.

Thanks!

Edit: Went through all the steps, and I still get the 'Firewall program blocking access' message. And that item about deleting old versions of Java and re-installing solved that weird Java issue I was having.. thanks for THAT!