birchbcy:

     _{‘ DO I know it ! heck , i could play it for you right now !! ‘}

     _{his voice wavers with utter enthusiasm as he reaches for his guitar—–an action that’s muscle memory at this point.}

     _{‘ now , i don’t have a band to back me , but i’m sure i can make due with my trusty ol’ guitar—–and someone to sing harmony ! ‘}

     _{yes , carlos , he’s implying exactly what you think he is.}

Carlos laughed.  “I
was serious, David – I do have some work. Got some rock samples to analyze. But
hey – I’ll see if I can pop in on the fireside tonight so I can make a fool of
myself in front of my kid, Angie. Sound alright?”