"Leeneia's avoidances, though doubtless kindly meant, are really quite unrealistic."

No, they aren't. One Christmas season I avoided them all for several weeks so I could sing in the Christmas concert despite a cold. After the concert, I celebrated with a Black Russian.

It depends on how dedicated one is to singing, I guess.
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Brooko, is your dry mouth caused by fear? That is a whole nother ball game.