Yesterday, during my 3-hour break, I thought I would go to the Botanical Gardens across the street from our flat and see how the flowers looked this year. I started out as usual, taking pictures, trying to find a location I hadn't seen before, and just enjoying the walk.
About halfway through the gardens, where the Roses are presented in many different colors, I was hot, tired, and not thinking about going further. I took a few breaks walking back to my car, and when I got into it. I looked at the temperature gauge. 104 F. Unbelievable! Never, in my 82 years on this planet, have I experienced that high of heat. I turned on my car, turned up the air conditioner, and just waited to cool off before I started driving.
Joan was home with Paige. Normally, would be doing the exercises, but I thought it was too hot for Joan today. With only the north-facing windows open, our flat is usually cooler than outside. Today was no exception.
My cousin Amy from Washington state called, and we had a nice conversation. It has been 8 years since she came to meet and stay for two weeks. She is from the Rajewski bloodline.
My left ear has such a blockage of wax that it is causing pain when I move my jaw to eat or speak. I saw the general practitioner doctor today. She tried to remove it with a syringe filled with water, but that did not work. She gave me a referral to see a laryngologist. Using National Health Care doctors, the earliest I could get an appointment is in 47 days. If I choose a private practice laryngologist, the cost is 320 PLN to be seen tomorrow. The GP gave me a prescription for Cerumex, a liquid that might soften the wax enough for removal. She said to apply it twice a day and come back on Friday for another attempt with water. I will try that first.
