I am incredibly grateful to call the 4 amazing women in “Raining Jane” my friends.
I first met Mai at Song School in Lyons, Colorado. Because I adored her, I started following her career. While reading one of her updates, I learned of Rock Camp for Girls Los Angeles. When I began volunteering there, I met Chaska, Mona and Becky. To say I now adore all of them is a serious understatement.
My friends in “Raining Jane” will be performing – along with Jason Mraz – on Wednesday night’s American Idol finale with contestant Alex Preston. This is a Big Deal, folks. When I got the email letting me know it would be happening, I got chills. Honest to goodness. And before I knew it, my eyes teared up and I had to walk out of the Italian deli for a few minutes, just to gather myself. I wasn’t happy about that either, as I had left some imported prosciutto and a freshly made cappuccino on the counter. (Once I’d regained my so-called composure, I returned to the deli and got that pig-meat and coffee. I may be emotional, but I’m not stupid.)
I wouldn’t say I live vicariously through my friends. And I certainly don’t confuse their accomplishments as my own. But I do cheer them on and I absolutely enjoy watching them succeed in life. There’s enough brass rings for all of us, y’all. We just have to find the ones that fit.
Please watch Wednesday night’s American Idol finale. Even if Idol isn’t your thing, I honestly believe you’ll enjoy the performance by “Raining Jane” and Jason Mraz. I can hardly wait to cheer them on. Let the happy tears flow…