Well, never mind.
I always panic and beg for help FIRST. I installed a couple of plugins to take care of matters. I use LoginPress to create the registration form and for email registration I use WC Email Verification.
Now users emails are verified and they don’t have to change their password and I have a pretty login page that I’m sure my client will request that I redesign to suit her fancy. I hope my fear and anxiety helps someone else as new and confused as I. Again, my apologies for the distraction.
Regards,
Greg.