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Correction, it's scheduled for Sunday, September 12th.

How old were you when you found out you had Autism or Aspergers? I was diagnosed with severe ADD at 32 and later self-diagnosed with Asperger's. A few months ago (at 35), I received a professional diagnosis of Asperger's syndrome and hyperlexia. Did your Parents tell you? My parents told...

It's tentatively scheduled for September 19. I don't see any reason why it might change, but I'll let you know when it's firm. I'd love to have you there. I'd really like to be able to introduce be able to introduce some people and families that have been affected by AS/autism. If you can...

Welcome, Made. :) Since everyone has already given great advice, I just wanted to add my voice in saying that you aren't alone. I also have a form of autism, as well as social anxiety and severe depression...and I have struggled with suicidal thoughts on and off for many years. :( Still, I have...

My wife and I have been talking to a representative of the Autism Society of America and the events coordinator at the local Harley shop about starting an annual motorcycle ride for autism awareness here in Idaho. It won't really be a Christian event, but it will be a tremendous opportunity for...

I think every aspie should see it. :) In my opinion, Hugh Dancy's portrayal of a young man with Asperger's syndrome was superb, and I thought the movie presented AS in a way that was both truthful and respectful. I was especially pleased that, of all the things they could have done with an aspie...

Has anyone seen the movie Adam? I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts.

Are you cross dominant (use one hand/side more, but do at least one major activity, such as writing with the other)? I used to be. Shoot, I used to be able to write forward with one hand and backwards with the other at the same time. My left arm is paralyzed now, though. Also, are you...

I am thankful for heated socks! :)

Woops! I missed a couple. Beleg and Firehawk, I bow before your aspie greatness! :bow:

I got: Your Aspie score: 177 of 200 Your neurotypical (non-autistic) score: 25 of 200 You are very likely an Aspie I appear to be the most Aspie so far. :P

Moe, I've been thinking about what you said here for several days... I'm inclined to agree that God will open the door if it's his will. I've been miserable in every ministry position I've ever volunteered for. I didn't volunteer for this motorcycle ministry - I was dragged into it. I...

This is a really interesting question. The Bible doesn't say "thou shalt not make thyself look taller" nor does it say "thou shalt not change thy appearance." So, strictly speaking, I don't think anyone can find a biblical reference that labels this a sin. However, in 1 Cor 10:23, Paul...

It's probably worth mentioning that my love languages are Affirmation and Quality Time. I was almost perfectly split between the two when I took the test. Considering the typical aspie struggles with relationships, it should come as no surprise that I generally feel unloved and unloveable...

Welcome Pam! :) I struggle with this nearly every day. I often wonder if I might just have to accept that I will never really feel it, which is a depressing thought, but I get through it by looking back over my life and considering what God has done. Years ago, I had coffee with a friend...

Now we know what's wrong with me: I'm a man. :doh: Seriously, you have some pretty good suggestions. The mall is out, though. Especially around the holidays, going to the mall is beyond uncomfortable. It's pure torture. Worse, my job is most stressful at the beginning and end of a semester, so...

That's never really worked for me, either, Moe. I actually thought for a long time that I would have to give up on ever connecting with anyone in this life. Something inside me just won't let me give up, though. A few years ago, as I was shutting down the sound equipment, a new pastor (fresh...

From my own observations, it seems that having a diagnosis of my mental condition from a specialist and realizing that our struggles are not due to a failure on your part as a wife has helped tremendously. We are also finding that there are people (online and even a few locally) that understand...

I'm Kris's aspie husband. :) I wasn't planning to follow this thread, as I want Kris to feel free to say what's on her mind, but with her permission, I'm going to tell you a bit about me. Before I do, though, I'd like to say that my relationship with Kris is much more important to me than my...

Yes! I am very blessed to have her. :) Thanks, everyone, for the warm welcome.