Still getting acclimated to a new city and a new state is a big challenge for me. Today was a prime example of that. I felt my way through mass transit in Philadelphia, and with the aid of Google Maps arrived at a scheduled appointment for a physical just in time.

After a few jitters explaining myself, I gradually opened up to the doctor who interviewed/examined me. This visit was essential for completing my new application for local health coverage (the ACA), since my previous plan only covers New York and New Jersey. I must've made a good impression, because she determined I am PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND ELIGIBLE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY! I could not contain my delight and relief! She faxed the form to the enrollment agency for further review and made copies for myself; I mailed the originals when I got back in town. Walking on air, I treated myself to IHOP for dinner; the manager gave me a military discount.

After a very rough and irritable start this morning, today turned out very well. Eclipse? What eclipse?