You're right - playing it cool usually works best. It is so tough to do. She seems ok today. I'm trying to keep the peace. Still, she can be one miserable girl at times. I'm avoiding those times.
Went shopping and got a nice dress for tonight. So that makes me happy. Feeling quite stressed but that is very normal for this day. There is not much that will likely go wrong but I do believe in Murphy's Law and I will spend my entire day trouble shooting and tying up any loose ends.
Went to the media interview yesterday. It was about one of my students. It went quite well. I'd like to tell you about him.
Chris has been a dance student in my studio for the past 23 years! He also has Down's Syndrome. He came to the studio as a little boy as his older sister danced. He would watch and wanted to participate. Mom asked me how I felt about it. Well, Chris is the same age as Ryan. At that time, I was trying to rehabilitate Ryan since it was shortly after his encephalitis and resultant brain damage. Ryan had danced prior to his illness. I hoped to get him back to it again. But it was not to be. I figured I might be able to give someone else the chance Ryan did not have, so I took on Chris.
Chris is a very loveable guy. Always has a hug for me. Dance gave him a whole new world. He says it is "his whole life". As an adult he now takes on the role of planning his own theme for the year, designs his own costume and attempts to run the show. (I don't let him get away with it). He does steal the show every year. His charm and talent win over everyone. I try to feature him in our curtain call number each year that involves all the dancers. This year he is our "Patrick Swayze" as we do "Dirty Dancing".
The newspaper is interested in featuring Chris and showing others how acceptance and integration can do wonders for those with disabilities. As I said before - I could do for Chris what I could not do for my own Ryan.
Anyway, it will be a very busy day and I'd best get to it. It is coold and that is a good thing since it tends to make everyone calmer - AC or no AC!
Josh is coming to recital for the first time. Guess he should see what I actually do for a living. I will let you know how it goes after he leaves which will likely be Sunday!
