YANNI

I love the music created by YANNI as it truly feeds my soul. I was so fortunate to see him for the first time in 1995, but even more thrilling was meeting him. It's hard to believe, but I was actually rendered speechless!!

In 2009, when I heard he was appearing here in Denver, I immediately bought tickets. But I was very disappointed as he seemed to have 'sold out'. He didn't even look like YANNI as he had cut that gorgeous long black hair!! I didn't enjoy his concert as it had a very commercial edge to it and I was very offended by some of the sexually charged dance numbers.

So, when our local PBS channel recently announced that they were sponsoring a YANNI concert, I wasn't sure if it would be worth it. But, I'm so glad I went last Friday night as he once again delivered a mystical concert that left us begging for more. He played in the more intimate setting of the Wells Fargo Theater, which was a much better fit acoustically for his music.

Check out his website at http://www.yanni.com/ to find out if he's playing in your area! You won't be disappointed!!

ALONE?

Many of us single Boomers have lived alone for years, while others have recently been widowed.

For those who were married for decades, the shock of living alone may cover them with veil of depression and isolation. Don’t let that happen to you!! Some tips for learning to live alone:

......Prepare a list of things to do outside your home on days you feel bad…..and you will have those days.

......Get out of the house and socialize. Play cards, take line dancing….anything that allows you to interact with others.

......Nurture your spirit by journaling, mediating or listening to relaxing music. (Personally, I love Yanni)

......Get a pet. Just taking care of one often will give you a sense of purpose and walking your dog daily is great exercise.

......Try something new like signing up for a foreign language class.

......Find a close friend or someone in a support group who you can freely talk to.

The most important thing is YOU! You have to take action to build a new life for yourself and the most exciting thing is once you get out there, you’ll be amazed at the new friends you’ll make and fun things to do.

If you feel you just can't shake that down feeling, perhaps you need professional help. If so, review the info at: http://mentalhealth.samhsa.gov/publications/allpubs/KEN98-0046/default.asp