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Feature
You might love her music and hate her politics; perhaps you admire her battle against breast cancer but abhor her same-sex marriage. Melissa Etheridge is a passionate woman and is not afraid to stir up emotions in others. In Long Island Woman’sexclusive interview, David Lefkowitz had the opportunity to speak with the rock star and ask the questions we’d all like answers to.

“I feel very fortunate,” Etheridge says. She believes she’s weathered the sea change in the way popular music is produced and distributed, “Because I have thousands or millions of people who appreciate my art and appreciate me as a musician and appreciate my live shows. Even though I don’t have a hit on the radio, there are people who are interested when I have an album out and will go out and buy it. The music business is always changing, but what doesn’t change is people’s desire to hear music they love and that moves them.

Health
Female hair loss is something many of us confront. In fact, an estimated 1 in 4 women in the U.S. has thinning hair. This article discusses why hair loss happens and how to treat it.

Female hair loss is frequently hormonal in nature … other causes are age, certain medications and medical conditions ... It may also follow any sudden physical or psychological stress to the body …

Book Corner
Columnist Debbi Honorof has taken the plunge: she is e-reading. Share her experience using one of the new e-readers – you might just be surprised.

… after having been an avid reader for my entire life, I couldn’t imagine giving up reading actual books. It was just too awful to comprehend.

Home
Decorating might be the last thing on your mind after a divorce, but this article can inspire you to make some changes to your living space.

What is commonly referred to as “divorce design” can be liberating … “This is a great opportunity to be selfish for all the right reasons.” You no longer have to make design compromises for another person.

FYI
What do the ladies of Sex and the City have in common with The Golden Girls? Find out at a Transition Network event… how about ukulele lessons? … Jodi Picoult will be at Huntington High School discussing her newest book … Carol Leifer appears at the Sid Jacobson JCC … don’t miss this month’s picks: a product (foam wristbands); a book (101 Ways to Torture Your Husband); an event (Great Writers, Great Readings Series at Hofstra University); an eatery (George Martin); and, a website to check out (shopittome.com).
Plus, meet this month’s Long Island Woman, Jennifer AG Rennie, Project Manager, Stalco Construction.

My Turn
One woman bravely shares her story of bouncing back from suicidal thoughts. Her honesty is informative and inspirational.

I was 43 years old, feeling miserably unappreciated and stifled in my job. My marriage was failing, and I was breathless from loneliness. Mirrored in the faces of my two teenage daughters was my own pain and suffering.

Happenings
Spring into some new activities! You’re bound to find a tempting entry in our calendar full of everything from classes, lectures and art exhibits to outdoor adventures, concerts and other entertainment.

Support Groups
If you find yourself facing a personal challenge, check out our support group listings (categorized by subject matter for easy reference) for help with various issues – physical, mental, emotional and more.