So, it is already Jan 2. It is 1:05 am. I am going to try to describe what it is like to raise a girl who has been diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome. 

This is for her. Because one trait that is common for aspies, is in generalizing. She hated Luke Jackson's book, Freaks, Geeks and Asperger's...because she does not think of herself as a geek. She is 14 and struggling with experiences in her life that seem contradictory.

Like being told from early on how intelligent she is. She started reading in kindergarten. With great expression. So much for the flat tonality that is considered a trait! Unfortunately in 4th grade her teacher referred to her as genius. She is not! And as she has gotten older, she is realizing more and more she misses much! And when she does she remarks, "I'm stupid!". I explain that she is not stupid, but because of the way her brain is wired, she does miss perceive things. 

It breaks my heart. Though I am also glad that she is beginning to realize she does have problems. Perhaps one day she will be willing to work on them!!!