Step Down From the Fence, Ma'am.

I have been dithering, on the fence, unsure if I would brave Miami in July. Isn’t it meltingly hot? Don’t I need a break from rehearsing? Doesn’t my brain need a chance to clear out all of that challenging music? Don’t I have too much “real work” to do? Didn’t I just spend the “break” last summer working on the Voices Rising CD? (“Songs of Wisdom” is the title and it is fantastic. Click here to purchase a copy---or several!).

On the other hand, the pull of my peeps is just too strong. Me? Pass up an opportunity to sing on a giant stage in front of a huge audience? Seriously? I think not.

I received financial assistance from a very generous person in my life that makes it possible for me even to consider going to GALA. Am I lucky or what!

And so, I’ve done it. I’ve gone and purchased my plane ticket. No turning back now, thanks to non-refundable fares. Back to rehearsal. Begin internet shopping for the best deal on sunscreen. Plan work schedule carefully for the next two months.

I would not have this opportunity without the support, financial and otherwise, of a huge community of people. The small shimmer of excitement in my gut is growing by the day. I believe there is a need for lesbian and gay choruses in the world. I believe in the power of art and community. I know we will return to Boston from our adventure this summer energized and full of new ideas, which will in turn move us forward in living our mission.

Jennifer W. is a first alto and has been with the chorus from the start. She has put her faith in assurances that EVERYTHING in Miami is air conditioned.