Hope the interviews go well...for the lapse in time...keep it very simple and truthful such as...Family Emergency. This will (I hope) keep you from the teary-eyes...

I've hired a lot people over the last 15 years - weight is not a factor when I hire. Attitude/Character are always number one. Depending on the position I will hire that person with the right attitude/character over someone who may have more skills. Second I hire based on skill set (This is a combination of (experience and education). A nice balance between the two are nice - however, I have hired with no experience and I have hired with no education.

Most people won't be able to detect the depression - I know I think everyone somehow knows...

If you have specific questions - I would be more than happy to give I hope a good answer.