This is what an invisible handicap looks like. I am in a normal classroom, but sometimes the other kids are so loud I cover my ears. I am kind, but may not understand what sharing means if it’s my toy and I don’t want you to touch it, so you may think I’m mean. I want to sing in music class, but only if someone encourages me in the right way at the right time…. the wrong time makes me miserable and unable to cope.

I’m making friends at my own pace, but some will leave me behind when they think I’m aloof. My teachers say I’m the most affectionate kid they’ve come across with Aspergers, my mom and dad made sure I was hugged, kissed, and loved so much that it made me less resistant to affection from other people. There are plenty of days that are difficult to get through like a typical kid, but that doesn’t mean I’m not trying. This is what an invisible handicap is….you may see me struggling, but you couldn’t see why. #aspergers