Category Archives: Challenges

US Autism Caucus activist directory

Posted on November 16, 2013 by T.Rob

Yesterday in a Twitter chat with Lynne Soraya (you can visit Lynne on Twitter or Facebook), several of us were discussing how to compile a directory of the US legislators involved with the Autism Speaks to Washington event. Many of us … Continue reading →

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Firesigns, warning signs and better times

Posted on September 12, 2013 by T.Rob

When I moved out of home at the ripe old age of 17, I’d already been a Firesign Theatre fan for several years and was spending all my spare change on their albums.  I’d managed to collect Waiting For The … Continue reading →

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I never would have guessed you’re autistic

Posted on March 6, 2013 by T.Rob

Prior to starting this blog I wrote about my Asperger’s on an as-needed basis.  When I mentioned it at all, it was peripheral to the story.  I didn’t try to avoid it, nor to keep it a secret, but didn’t … Continue reading →

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My journey to the brink and back

Posted on January 30, 2013 by T.Rob

I originally wrote this in response to a question received in the first week after starting the blog, and then I shelved it.  After leaving school I never gave much thought to these events so when I undertook to put … Continue reading →

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Fear and loathing in the Charlotte CBP offices

Posted on January 23, 2013 by T.Rob

I continue to surprise myself.  Not necessarily in good ways.  I’m known in my family for an even temper, patience and deliberation.  My wife, kids, mother in-law — they’re the ones who get the occasional anxiety attack.  Me?  I’m immune … Continue reading →

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What not to celebrate

Posted on December 30, 2012 by T.Rob

Trigger warning: ableism, bigotry, bullying, callous disregard for others, dehumanization, forced isolation Sorry to dredge up something from last year, but dissecting this cadaver in the name of science will do much to advance our understanding of mental illness and … Continue reading →

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FAQ: Ask An Aspie Reality Policy

Posted on December 28, 2012 by T.Rob

Other web sites have a Privacy Policy.  I have a Reality Policy.  Welcome to my world. Hi, I’m T.Rob.  Yes, that’s my real name.  The short story is the name was thrust upon me by a manager at a store … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Ask an Aspie

Posted on December 22, 2012 by T.Rob

Welcome to the inaugural post of the Ask an Aspie blog.  Although I have never tried to hide my Asperger’s, I have not until now gone out of my way to focus on it.  But after Sandy Hook it became … Continue reading →

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