It's a hot one

Today is a hot one. While we were out, one temperature sign said it was already 99 outside. I can certainly believe it. The city of Chicago is on alert for a heat index of over 100 today and tomorrow. It is pretty brutal.

The appointment with Tim's new neurologist went really well yesterday. Both of us really liked his demeanor. He asked a ton of questions and really listened to the answers, asking for clarification if needed. He let us talk and express our concerns. He did his best to reassure us and told us what he thinks and how he intends to proceed. He took a lot of time assessing Tim and did it with respect and dignity. He also showed concern when a few things were pretty uncomfortable for Tim. He's definitely a "keeper".

Went to my old college and got a copy of my transcript in preparation for the interview on Monday. I really want to put my best foot forward on this one. It's not a job that will pay more than what I make now, but Tim and I can still live quite decently on the salary. The plus side is it's with children and I love that. It's a more normal work day (day shift). It's only a few minutes farther than the drive I make now. I'll have weekends off like "regular" people. I'm thinking I'll wear a dress to the interview. It will keep the focus off of my lymphedema. I'm sure my size will come into play a bit. I mean, a person my size can be quite intimidating to younger children. It's never been an issue when I worked in daycare before and I don't want it to be one now. I'm wondering if I should comment about all the things I can do, that many may think I can't ... like getting down to and back up off of the floor, walking, etc. ... because of pre-supposed notions about 'fat' people. It's such a touchy subject for some. I really want to be given the same consideration anyone else will be given.

Going into work shortly. I sure hope everyone behaves tonight. It's just too doggone hot to deal with attitudes and tempers today. I believe the activity for the evening is rollerskating at the local rink. I generally don't go, but we'll see who has privileges and who stays back. I definitely won't be skating. Last time I tried that my center of balance had shifted so drastically I ended up on the floor and had a really difficult time getting back up again. That was it for me.