Kate's Voice

How many times a day do I clear my throat?  Actually, I have a habit of clearing my throat when I get nervous.  I can never seem to get a clear throat until I start speaking or singing, so I know it’s nerves.  However, yesterday I paid attention to throat clearing.  I was standing in line at the fast food counter and noticed that the person next to me had some laryngitis and a runny nose.  Now, I have to say I was not happy to be next to them in line, but putting that aside, I observed how they ordered a large cold soda with plenty of ice.  I almost interrupted and said, “Don’t do that!!!” I also noticed how much they were clearing their throat and wanted to recommend that they drink a large glass of water instead.  Then, later, I observed that I too was feeling a need to clear my throat, so I immediately drank a glass of water.  It really is wonderful how quickly that works to get the frogs out!  The reason this works well is that it provides lubrication fairly quickly, which is what one is usually needing when one’s throat becomes clogged.  Of course, sometimes, it’s just nerves!!

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