Raisin' Caine in Arizona \m/

This weekend I have the honor of witnessing my friend Brian celebrate the union of his beautiful wife to be- Karen.
I met Brian at Rock Camp and we became fast friends over a year ago. He instantly filled the role of the big brother I've never had. This couple is so beautiful and sweet and fun. I anticipate a whole of fun this weekend and so far they have delivered. Rock Camp revisited.
I am staying at their beautiful house in Fountain Hills, AZ and they were kind enough to pick me up at the airport.
We will be singing and playing guitar at the reception.  Brian already knows I can only sing ten minutes a day total as part of my vocal ramp up therapy. Actually, since I've been off total vocal rest, my voice teacher advised that I'm only to sing Amazing Grace for 5 minutes a day with forward resonance. Last night as soon as I got in after a long flight we were singing the night away. It felt like slipping into an old comfortable pair of shoes. It was delicious.
The musical monkey was sitting on my back. I am seriously addicted to singing.
A few more Rock Camp buddies are flying in tonight for the wedding and I plan to dance my butt off. Will I sing? Just 2 songs max. I can't afford to undo what I worked so hard to repair.
Raise some hell, voices and heels-that is my mission this weekend.
I have this sinking feeling that I will be flying home with a massive hangover tomorrow.

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