Autism

I was diagnosed as being on the spectrum in my mid-30s.
I’ve documented so much of my life, it includes new and older posts showcasing the PRIDE
I have now knowing I’m autistic, and symptoms I missed …
… plus really cool adventures that naturally happen because I’m on the spectrum.

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Stimming Is Body Language—You Just Don’t Speak It
Stimming Is Body Language—You Just Don’t Speak It
Golden Retriever Soul, Raccoon Nervous System: The Wild Truth About Funny Autism Traits
Golden Retriever Soul, Raccoon Nervous System: The Wild Truth About Funny Autism Traits
Autism Symptoms in Females: Why They’re Often Overlooked
Autism Symptoms in Females: Why They’re Often Overlooked
#Fact: Autism Isn’t an Epidemic — Ignorance Is
#Fact: Autism Isn’t an Epidemic — Ignorance Is
The Signs Were There: Recognizing Autism Traits After a Late Diagnosis
The Signs Were There: Recognizing Autism Traits After a Late Diagnosis
The 'Aha!' Moments: Realizing Missed Autism Clues After Diagnosis
The 'Aha!' Moments: Realizing Missed Autism Clues After Diagnosis
SIGNS OF AUTISM THAT ARE OFTEN MISSED OR OVERLOOKED
SIGNS OF AUTISM THAT ARE OFTEN MISSED OR OVERLOOKED
I am the person behind the first “mean girls” law in the state of connecticut
I am the person behind the first “mean girls” law in the state of connecticut
I was considered a tech expert in a court of law at age 17
I was considered a tech expert in a court of law at age 17
I have facial blindness yet I am EXCELLENT at recognizing people (here’s how I do it)
I have facial blindness yet I am EXCELLENT at recognizing people (here’s how I do it)
#Unmaskyourselfie: What are The symptoms of autism in females?
#Unmaskyourselfie: What are The symptoms of autism in females?
Subtle signs I missed as a late diagnosed ASD
Subtle signs I missed as a late diagnosed ASD
#Question: What is a consequence of the late diagnosis of autism?
#Question: What is a consequence of the late diagnosis of autism?
#WTF: An Adult Autism Test in Los Angeles Costs How Much!?
#WTF: An Adult Autism Test in Los Angeles Costs How Much!?
Unveiling Female Autism: Challenges and Strengths
Unveiling Female Autism: Challenges and Strengths
#Fact: I was called a cracker and then questioned if i was too salty
#Fact: I was called a cracker and then questioned if i was too salty
"Autistic, Who, Me?": The Plot Twist of a Lifetime
"Autistic, Who, Me?": The Plot Twist of a Lifetime
#NerdsUnite: Understanding Autism Spectrum Tests
#NerdsUnite: Understanding Autism Spectrum Tests
Decoding the Unspoken: A Guide for Neurodivergent Individuals to Understand 7 Types of Nonverbal Body Language
Decoding the Unspoken: A Guide for Neurodivergent Individuals to Understand 7 Types of Nonverbal Body Language
Understanding Autism Symptoms in Adults: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Autism Symptoms in Adults: A Comprehensive Guide
Autism in Females: Digging Out the Different Symptoms and Experiences
Autism in Females: Digging Out the Different Symptoms and Experiences
#OpenLetter: Dear Grandma & Grandpa – you guys sucked (and you aren’t even the Hoar)
#OpenLetter: Dear Grandma & Grandpa – you guys sucked (and you aren’t even the Hoar)
#UnmaskYourSelfie: Autism and getting out of bed
#UnmaskYourSelfie: Autism and getting out of bed
#ActuallyAutistic: What Are Signs of Disrespect in a Relationship?
#ActuallyAutistic: What Are Signs of Disrespect in a Relationship?
#Question: What are the 5 symptoms of Autism?
#Question: What are the 5 symptoms of Autism?
#Unmasking: Anyone else practice speaking in front of a mirror before they went out?
#Unmasking: Anyone else practice speaking in front of a mirror before they went out?
#UnmaskYourSelfie: 20 Lesser Known Autistic Traits
#UnmaskYourSelfie: 20 Lesser Known Autistic Traits
#RealDeal: I didn’t know struggling with eye contact was an autistic trait
#RealDeal: I didn’t know struggling with eye contact was an autistic trait
#WTF: And he's out ... the man who hit me in the head with the brick has been released
#WTF: And he's out ... the man who hit me in the head with the brick has been released
#HowTo: Out con a conman (or in this case con-woman)
#HowTo: Out con a conman (or in this case con-woman)

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