I played two to three good paying, $125 to $250 jobs a week until age 80. Turned to N.H. until I turned 82. Started playing NH free. After three weeks I received $40 for one hour. After three months it was $85, one hour. I started with eight people, when I left there were about 125 people.

At 85 I was down to one job a week, I was getting tired, the excitement in my music was diminishing. I knew it was time.

The ending is a happy one, I play my Sx900 everyday – the love of music is still here. AND, my wifes keeps applauding. (smile)

John C.