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RedMetal
Yellow-bellied Woodpecker
Joined: Dec 10, 2007
Posts: 54
Location: United Kingdom
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What is your first name? Robert
Age: 24
Location: Scotland
Hobbies and Interests:
I listen to music - just like most people my age. I enjoy playing and collecting computer games - both PC and console games. I'm a huge Nintendo fan - although I have a PS2 and an Xbox - and I've owned every home console they've released from the NES (which was my first console) to the Wii. Apart from gaming - which, to be honest, I'm a bit rubbish at - I play pool and ten pin bowling. I'm not much good at pool or bowling either, even if it's something I do regularly, but it's a lot of fun. I also spend hours browsing the internet.
Why are you here?
I am not only here because I'd like to learn more about Asperger's Syndrome - I'd ultimately like to meet a few people - with Asperger's syndrome or otherwise - who I can relate to or with whom I can forge friendships.
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder):
I was diagnosed as having Asperger's Syndrome two years ago, in the summer of 2006. I was aged 22. I was previously treated for depression and anxiety.
Favourite subjects:
I don't have a favourite subject, but I tenmd to perform better at scientific subjects. I tend to struggle when it comes writing assignments though, so I fear English and I worry about subjects that rely heavily on essay writing. I am currently studying biology, chemistry, statistics and mathematics so I'm just delaying the inevitable. Next term I will finally resume my English studies so I will see if I can confront my problems.
Year/Grade:
I quit school aged 16, so I'm some way behind where I'd like to be educationally. I'm at college now, but I don't think I have an assigned grade. I suppose the work is similar to what I would have been doing at doing had I stayed on for my 5th and 6th secondary school years (age 16-18 ).
Favorite music:
Since I got into metal music about half a decade ago, it's been mostly that. Power metal, symphonic metal, heavy metal, melodic progressive metal, melodic death metal and thrash are all good with me. I listen to Children of Bodom, Blind Guardian, Nightwish, Nevermore, Symphony X, Judas Priest, Kamelot, Angra, Sonata Arctica, Megadeth, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Van Halen, Arch Enemy, In Flames and plenty others.
Books:
I honestly don't read a lot of fiction. I'm a little embarrassed about this. I'm more likely to haphazardly scan reference titles as my attention span sees fit.
TV shows/Movies:
Science fiction and comedy (Simpsons, Futurama, Star Trek, Farscape are a few favourites). As for movies - I enjoy a mixture of genres and I enjoy too many to mention. There are few movies that I would personally describe as life-changing. I like to keep up to date with current affairs too, but political programmes are usually on at inconvenient times.
Instrument:
Well, I can't play anything but I enjoy LISTENING to the guitar, piano, bass guitar and drums. The violin is pretty cool too.
Do you like sports?
Yes. I love football! I watch and (very rarely, unfortunately) play football - the kind with the round ball. I used to be a big Championship Manager nut, but I haven't bought a new version since the title was changed to Football Manager, and I just stick to games consoles for my football gaming fix these days. Aaprt from that, I like to play pool and ten-pin bowling, but I told you about that earlier.
Family:
Mother, father, brother, deceased sister. I love my family dearly.
Clothing:
Cheap, casual and scruffy - I tend to wear things out before replacing them. I neglect clothing when it comes to spending my money, almost always opting to spend my money on some new gadget, game, CD or DVD. I plan to change that eventually, but for now I have yet to find "my style".
How did you find this website?
Someone told me about this. I cannot remember who it was. The woman who I thought had told me insists she didn't.
Job:
I am not currently employed. I don't want to get a job right now - I'm still adjusting to a more normal way of life after many years of isolation, and college is enough for me right now. Maybe next year.
Plans for the future?
I plan to obtain some more qualifications - qualifications that give me a better platform for higher education or employment. Ideally, I want to make some solid, lasting friendships. It's so difficult to find individuals who have overlapping interests, who I can trust and rely on, and who are enjoyable to be around. |
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Mirage
Tufted Titmouse
Joined: Apr 25, 2008
Posts: 25
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What is your first name? Stefanie
Age: 16
Location: Canada
Hobbies and Interests: Reading, writing, figure skating, and any type of video games
Why are you here? Probably am an Aspie
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): soon probably
Favorite subjects: English, history, and math
Year/Grade: 11
Favorite music: anything but rap, i love Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Queen
Books: Harry Potter, the Twilgith series, anything by Tolstoy
TV shows/Movies: Jeopary, Wheel of Fortune, anything on the discovery channel, oh and Criminal Minds
Instrument: Piano, Alto and Tenor Sax, flute, trumpet and kazoo
Do you like sports? Yes Figure skating, soccer, hockey (love it!) and many others
Family: me, my mom, my cat
Clothing: AE, smart set, and anything i can buy at NEON. but basically i dont care what evr is clean, sometimes whatever is within reach,
How did you find this website? googled Aspergers and this came up in the Wikipedia search
Job: N/A
Plans for the future? Writer
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Sceadufaux
Yellow-bellied Woodpecker
Joined: May 05, 2008
Age: 20
Posts: 72
Location: Maryland
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What is your first name: Glynnis
Age: 20
Location: Baltimore, MD
Hobbies and Interests: Reading, writing non-fiction essays, being with my dog, walking outside, surrealist art.
Why are you here? I like talking to other Aspies (I only have a few aspie friends) and sharing common chatter, ect.
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): 13
Favorite subjects: Biology, english, neuropharmacology
Year/Grade: SHOULD be a junior in college; I was in nursing school, but changed majors, so now I'm a sophmore.
Favorite music: I am absolutely obsessed with Pink Floyd; I have been since a kid when my dad used to play all his old albums.
Books: Lord of the Rings series, including the Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and Children of Hurin. Anything non-fiction, particularly compilations of essays, as well as autobiographies.
TV shows/Movies: Classic Simpsons, Weeds, Family Guy, How It's Made, Mythbusters, Food Network, and Conan O'Brien. My favorite movie of all time is The Lion King. I know the Swahili/Zulu phrases, and their translations.
Instrument: I play both acoustic and electric guitar, as well as a tiny bit of piano
Do you like sports? Not really, but I enjoy going to Orioles' games, I guess you can say I follow them.
Family: I come from a large dysfunctional Irish family; I am number 5 of 6.
Clothing: Anything casual and cotton. I often wear two pairs of pants, or two shirts if the fabric has an irritating texture.
How did you find this website? Browsing for Aspie research
Job: I'm a student, and a nursing tech on a pediatrics ward at a community hospital. I also substitute teach.
Plans for the future? get my BA/BS in English and biology, respectively, and minor in education. I'd like to work in an outdoor learning center, like a nature camp.
Any comments? Glad to be here 
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Sabercat
Emu Egg
Joined: May 05, 2008
Age: 26
Posts: 4
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| Posted: Mon May 05, 2008 4:34 am Post subject: ok...I just joined up. here goes nothing |
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What is your first name? Bill
Age: 26
Location: Washburn, MO USA
Hobbies and Interests: can't really say I have hobbies. interests - I love certain rock music esp. Evanescence, older Nightwish, and Pink Floyd., and I love reading about conspiracies esp. anything to do with the illuminati.
Why are you here? I believe I have Asperger's and this seems like a really cool group
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder):
Favorite subjects: Sociology, Geography, History, and the Paranormal
Year/Grade: "13th grade" lol. I'm a college dropout
Favorite music: Evanescence, Nightwish, Within Temptation, Pink Floyd, Ozzy Osbourne. many others mostly classic rock, but those are my top 5.
Books: Children of the Matrix by David Icke - the most informative book ever written, imo!
TV shows/Movies: tv/movies? lol. I've seen a lot of movies, but not really into many. I guess the 'Children of the Corn' series was cool. As for TV, I used to watch a lot of sci-fi stuff like Stargate SG-1, Farscape, and anything Star Trek related. I <3 all those shows, but I almost never watch TV anymore. If I had to watch 1 show, it would be M*A*S*H. Hawkeye Pierce is legend.
Instrument: um...kazoo? I love music, but I'm not musically talented
Do you like sports? other than air hockey? no
Family: they're mostly Christian fundamentalist Republicans. I don't have a whole lot to do with them
Clothing: has to be comfortable. no collars and NO TAGS! I wear blue jeans & blue shirts for work, but at home usually black shorts or sweatpants and a black t-shirt (usually a band shirt) unless I'm wearing one of my Pink Floyd shirts. they're grey
How did you find this website? google. :p
Job: Wal-Mart Unloader. It can be dangerous and kinda sucks, but I've had much worse
Plans for the future? hopefully win the lottery or go on disability if I get diagnosed
Any comments? Is Asperger's considered a disability in the U.S.? |
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JerryHatake
Kumdo Practitioner
Joined: Jul 02, 2006
Age: 20
Posts: 8481
Location: Woodbridge, VA
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Nice to meet you, Bill. 
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Jerry
"No one is the same you can't compare yourself to other people because everyone is different" - Michelle
"Everything happens for a reason, no matter how hard that is to believe sometimes, it is so true!" - Michelle
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eyelesbarrow
Butterfly
Joined: Apr 09, 2008
Posts: 15
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What is your first name? K
Age: 25
Location: Manila
Hobbies and Interests: reading, newspapering, collecting records and books, indiepop, cooking, making sandwiches, Scrabble
Why are you here? Was diagnosed with having borderline AS and social learning disability. Needless to say, the diagnosis boggled me and friends said I should get a second opinion.To find friends.
When were you diagnosed?: last month, april 08
Favorite subjects: anything that requires reading (English, Creative Writing, History), some science like biology
Year/Grade: went to grad school for a year, but stopped to devote myself to newspaper work
Favorite music: mostly indiepop, 60s girl groups
Favorite movies: Alfred Hitchcock movies. On top of my head: Clean, Leon, Eastern Promises, Ghostworld, Lovers of the Arctic Circle. Hong Kong action movies.
Books: Oh man. I studied Comparative Literature in college, so needless to say, I have TONS of favorites and I read anything, from fantasy to SF, short stories, critical theory books, Man-Booker-types of novels. Recently though, I’ve been into a lot of Scandinavian mysteries/detective fiction. Really, my love for Henning Mankell knows no bounds.
Clothing: mostly t-shirts and jeans and sneakers. And hoodies, and jackets and cardigans, because I’m overly sensitive to cold.
TV shows/Movies: Arrested development, Buffy, the X-files, The Late Show with Jon Stewart, CNN, BBC, 30 Rock, Pushing Daisies, Ugly Betty, House
Instrument: used to play a bit of keyboards, but stopped to devote myself to reading
Do you like sports? I like tennis and hope to learn it soon
Family: I don’t talk as much around them and they generally leave me alone to do my thing, which is perfect. My younger brother’s pretty cool, though.
How did you find this website? Surfing the Interweb
Job: I work as a reporter for a newspaper and mostly, I cover police, crime, and local councils
Plans for the future: be a better, kick ass reporter, expose a crook/ or a shady deal in the government that will lead to reforms (HAH!, but seriously  ), and explore European/Scandinavian horror fiction
Any comments: Hello, everyone |
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JerryHatake
Kumdo Practitioner
Joined: Jul 02, 2006
Age: 20
Posts: 8481
Location: Woodbridge, VA
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Nice to meet you, K.
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Jerry
"No one is the same you can't compare yourself to other people because everyone is different" - Michelle
"Everything happens for a reason, no matter how hard that is to believe sometimes, it is so true!" - Michelle
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MrEckshun
Tufted Titmouse
Joined: May 09, 2008
Age: 28
Posts: 31
Location: Northern Colorado
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| Posted: Sat May 10, 2008 6:40 am Post subject: Re: Questions about you |
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Hi all. Guess this can't hurt for a first post. So...
What is your first name? Chris (the guy kind, not the girl kind )
Age: 28 and some change
Location: Northern Colorado
Hobbies and Interests: Yes. Uh, I mean: History, restoring old bicycles, watchmaking, psychology, music, philosophy, physics, solving all of the world's problems.
Why are you here? Why are any of us here?  Yeah, I'm pretty socially inept (surprise, surprise) and figured I'd might as well give internet socialization a try.
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): I haven't actually been formally diagnosed yet. I first started reading about Asperger Syndrome in about 1999-2000 and finally decided that the diagnosis fit last week. Eight years? Naw, I don't over-think things at all .
Favorite subjects: If I were an artist: anyone who'll sit still long enough for me to paint 'em. If I were in school: any and all who's teacher knew how to teach. In conversations with a friend: the tragic comedy of social interaction seems to be a big one these days.
Year/Grade: Well, I have some red wine from 2001 in my rack. I haven't had any for more than two years but from what I remember I'll give it a 'B-'.
Favorite music: Nearly everything. If I had to pick one I'd say Blues, Jazz, Classical, Classic Rock, Jimmy Buffett (where does he fit in?), and some Pop-ish stuff .
Books: Covering a wall in my bedroom... everything from an organic chemistry book from ~1965 to biographies to "junk food" fiction (Tom Clancy, Lawrence Sanders, Tim Dorsey, etc.)
TV shows/Movies: Nearly anything with some actual content. Mostly comedy.
Instrument: Guitar, some mandolin, and I'm working on the piano.
Do you like sports? Ehh...
Family: I come from one, but haven't started one. My brother is an astrophysicist.
Clothing: Yes... for now . I don't know, mildly nerdy? Jeans and ugly button-downs in the winter, jeans and polo shirts int the summer. Fashion doesn't interest me.
How did you find this website? Some random web search.
Job: Until a couple months ago I spent six years working at an auto restoration shop. Currently nothing.
Plans for the future? About all I really want is a romantic relationship of some kind and enough money that I can go nuts with my hobbies without worry. Y'know, just the basics.
Any comments? Lots, but I've learned to hold off 'till someone asks a specific question . |
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ThatRedHairedGrrl
Pileated woodpecker
Joined: May 11, 2008
Posts: 185
Location: Totally confusing all the passing piranhas
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What is your first name? Sarah.
Age: 39.
Location: Eastern UK.
Hobbies and Interests: Art, music, writing, sometimes in roughly that order.
Why are you here? Well, first the earth cooled, then the dinosaurs appeared....Oh, you mean why am I on this site? I found it recommended in various places online and decided to check it out.
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): I haven't been diagnosed, but I strongly suspect I have AS.
Favorite subjects: Linguistic oddities, aspects of spirituality, human anatomy, the novel I'm currently working on, and anything a bookstore would shrug and put on a shelf marked 'Miscellaneous Weird Stuff'.
Year/Grade: I'm all grown up and thankfully faaaar away from the mire of despair that is compulsory education. I always loved learning but hated school, so spent a lot of time (and still do) in libraries.
Favorite music: Anything that makes me go 'Hey, this is good!'. Looking down the CD rack here I have the Pixies, Trachtenburg Family Sideshow Players, Medieval Baebes, Bat for Lashes, Thermals, Shonen Knife, Modest Mouse, Johnny Cash, Beatles, Rasputina, Go! Team, Deerhoof and P. J. Harvey, to name a few. Oh, and I have a Nirvana obsession.
Books: Yes please. I'm reputed to read the backs of cereal packets, but that's not quite true (the sides are usually more interesting), and my other reading matter includes: fiction of many kinds but especially fantasy/SF, biography, art, music, writing, religion and philosophy, occult, mythology, history, languages, travel, poetry, psychology and the weirder reaches of science. Oh yeah, comic books - anything by Alan Moore or Neil Gaiman - they are not 'just for kids'.
TV shows/Movies: QI, My Name Is Earl and various cartoons. Not a great TV watcher. I like good movies (Truman Show, Airplane series, anything starring Tenacious D are faves) but I never seem to get round to watching them till long after 99% of the world has already seen them.
Instrument: Guitar and 'cello.
Do you like sports? Duhh....what is this 'sport' of which you speak? (Seriously, if anyone can teach me how to follow and understand American football, do tell.)
Family: One husband and one cat who are my daily companions. No children, because while I love kids the idea of raising one totally freaks me out. Various other family members whom I keep at a...manageable distance.
Clothing: Jeans below, whatever suits the weather on top. I'm a thrift-store hunter-gatherer. Also, I like odd hats.
How did you find this website? Like I said, rooting around after Asperger info elsewhere and seeing the number of times it came up.
Job: Medical clerk.
Plans for the future? Long-term, involve emigration to the USA, running an arts center and having a small devoted underground following as a singer-songwriter. Short-term, surviving the work week and getting through Friday night's open mic without throwing up from sheer terror would be nice.
Any comments? Am I the oldest one here?!
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Lily_cat
Phoenix
Joined: May 12, 2008
Posts: 570
Location: London, Ontario, Canada
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 3:43 pm Post subject: Mew |
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What is your first name? Lily
Age: 18
Location: Canada
Hobbies and Interests: reading, writing, movies, music
Why are you here? A friend of mine is a regular visitor here and told me about it. I thought it sounded interesting...
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): Earlier last year
Favourite subjects: writer's craft, living and working with children
Year/Grade: 12
Favorite music: metal, musicals, opera
Books: I'll read almost anything
TV shows/Movies: sci-fi shows, anything but documentaries for movies
Instrument: bass guitar
Do you like sports? no
Family: Grandparents, two brothers, sister, sister-in-law, step-nephew
Clothing: soft clothes or jeans ( I like the way Jeans feel  )
How did you find this website? Friend suggested it
Job: part-time mc donald's worker
Plans for the future? want to get my ECE (early childhood educator) and work with kids |
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JerryHatake
Kumdo Practitioner
Joined: Jul 02, 2006
Age: 20
Posts: 8481
Location: Woodbridge, VA
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| Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 6:46 pm Post subject: |
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Nice to meet you, Lily.
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Jerry
"No one is the same you can't compare yourself to other people because everyone is different" - Michelle
"Everything happens for a reason, no matter how hard that is to believe sometimes, it is so true!" - Michelle
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panda367
Butterfly
Joined: May 12, 2008
Age: 18
Posts: 10
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What is your first name? Miranda
Age: 17 (18 tomorrow )
Location: Rochester, NY
Hobbies and Interests: Reading, writing, singing, acting, playing my viola, watching TV, wasting time on the Internet
Why are you here? To find out more about Asperger's, learn how to deal with it, and hopefully make some friends in the process.
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): A couple months ago- probably mid-February
Favorite subjects: English, Psychology, Music
Year/Grade: 12
Favorite music: Musical Theater (Avenue Q, Rocky Horror, Rent) and classic rock (The Who, The Beatles, Rolling Stones)
Books: Harry Potter, "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky
TV: The Office, American Idol, MST3K, Seinfeld, Family Guy, The Simpsons, Arrested Development
Movies: Almost Famous, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Juno, The Breakfast Club
Instrument: Viola
Do you like sports? Yes, especially baseball (go Red Sox!). I'm terrible at playing sports, though- gym class sucks. I like watching sports on TV or in person.
Family: Mom, Dad, brother Ricky (15) and sister Lydia (12)
Clothing: I mainly get my tops from Old Navy and Target and my pants from Sears
How did you find this website? The wikipedia article for Asperger's
Job: Student, but over the summer I'll be running the rides at Seabreeze (local amusement park)
Plans for the future? Boston University, majoring in English
Any comments? Happy to meet all of you! |
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Vimse
Yellow-bellied Woodpecker
Joined: May 12, 2008
Age: 30
Posts: 50
Location: Norway
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| Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 6:50 am Post subject: Re: Questions about you |
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What is your first name? Anne
Age: 30
Location: Norway
Hobbies and Interests: Reading, music, computers/internet
Why are you here? I have Asperger syndrom and ADD
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): Last week
Favorite subjects: Books (fiction) and computers
Favorite music: Classical and heavy metal
Books: Anything written by Doris Lessing
TV shows/Movies: Farscape!
Instrument: Violin and piano
Do you like sports? No
Clothing: Casual
Job: Unemployed
Plans for the future? I plan on going to school and becoming a librarian |
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JerryHatake
Kumdo Practitioner
Joined: Jul 02, 2006
Age: 20
Posts: 8481
Location: Woodbridge, VA
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| Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 8:17 am Post subject: |
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Nice to meet you, Anne.
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Jerry
"No one is the same you can't compare yourself to other people because everyone is different" - Michelle
"Everything happens for a reason, no matter how hard that is to believe sometimes, it is so true!" - Michelle
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Tim_Tex
Bender in Human Form
Joined: Jul 03, 2004
Age: 28
Posts: 18700
Location: San Marcos, Texas
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| panda367 wrote: | What is your first name? Miranda
Age: 17 (18 tomorrow )
Location: Rochester, NY
Hobbies and Interests: Reading, writing, singing, acting, playing my viola, watching TV, wasting time on the Internet
Why are you here? To find out more about Asperger's, learn how to deal with it, and hopefully make some friends in the process.
When were you diagnosed?(skip if you don't have a disorder): A couple months ago- probably mid-February
Favorite subjects: English, Psychology, Music
Year/Grade: 12
Favorite music: Musical Theater (Avenue Q, Rocky Horror, Rent) and classic rock (The Who, The Beatles, Rolling Stones)
Books: Harry Potter, "The Perks of Being a Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky
TV: The Office, American Idol, MST3K, Seinfeld, Family Guy, The Simpsons, Arrested Development
Movies: Almost Famous, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Juno, The Breakfast Club
Instrument: Viola
Do you like sports? Yes, especially baseball (go Red Sox!). I'm terrible at playing sports, though- gym class sucks. I like watching sports on TV or in person.
Family: Mom, Dad, brother Ricky (15) and sister Lydia (12)
Clothing: I mainly get my tops from Old Navy and Target and my pants from Sears
How did you find this website? The wikipedia article for Asperger's
Job: Student, but over the summer I'll be running the rides at Seabreeze (local amusement park)
Plans for the future? Boston University, majoring in English
Any comments? Happy to meet all of you! |
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