Chapter 7

This time, he’s joining these very famous people, people he’s seen on TV. He’s being welcomed into their band, into Jed’s home. It’s a little intimidating.

“No, sweetie, you got the time right. Most of us were just early. Brenton wanted to get here early enough to take control of the barbeque, Drew has taken control of the music, and I came early to help set up. A lot of the other guests are here, but I think a few more people are still on their way,” Penny replies.

“I’m a little nervous,” Donnie finds himself admitting as Penny leads the way to the backyard.

She stops in the hallway, just off the kitchen, where Donnie can hear people talking. “Are we that scary?” Penny asks.

“No, you’re all really nice. I’m just worried I’ll make a fool of myself.”

“Oh, Donnie, we’ve all made fools of ourselves in front of each other at some point. That’s the way a band is. You might never do it, but it’s not a big deal if you do,” Penny says gently.