I have been watching the Bachelor/Bachelorette show on TV since its beginning. Last night Ashley sent Ames home. Watching Ames has been a heartbreaking experience for me because his demeanor has been very similar to our son's. Though not officially diagnosed, our son could be the poster child/adult for Asperger Syndrome. The AS diagnosis became part of the Autistic umbrella after our son was screened heavily as a child so he never had an official diagnosis to explain why he was in *special ed* till high school graduation, even though he has since graduated with honors from college.
It was great to see so many fans of the show liking Ames and rooting for him. Our son is also a *sweetie* like Ames but it will take a very understanding woman to appreciate either man.
I wish more people would understand this quirkiness and had treated our son better. Hopefully, those watching the show will realize that people with social awkwardness are worth having as friends.
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