Imagine being born with a stutter wherein everyone ridicules you for doing something most people take for granted. Talking. Now imagine if the person who mocks you the most is someone very close to you. Your own Mom. Sounds pretty cruddy, I know, but that’s what happened to me. Growing up with a speech disorder can be pretty challenging. People can be cruel. I never knew who I could trust because sometimes even the best-intentioned people say or do something that feels like a loaded insult. Then one day by fluke – as I listened to the aggravating screech of my brother’s band – I learned I could sing.

I could actually sing!!!

 

One day I’m a freak little sister who spends most of my time huddled in the corner of the garage. I’m the annoying groupie who’s repeatedly blamed for things I didn’t do. And the next thing I know, I’ve taken over role of lead singer. Me, who would believe it? Our first recording takes off, and – before I know it – I’m on the road to becoming a star. I’m Mitzy McGee, and this is my story.