Hello from the Rocky Mountains!!

[Decorated_Dust]

Hey everyone!!! I just felt the need to introduce myself.

I have been a member for sometime now but have no had the time or the social inclination to post. Now, things are different.

I am spending the summer working at the YMCA of the Rockies in Granby, Colorado, which is a huge change since Florida is where I call home. For those of you who know what Asperger's Syndrome is like, you know that a major change like this is not easy for someone like me who has it. Even though I am finding myself just as busy here as I was at home, I fell a greater need to connect to people so that I can still feel at home. Part of this for me has been being part of this community. I have lived my whole life in Florida about three hours away from WDW, which is still my favorite place in the world even after countless visits. I am hoping this community will allow me to feel closer to home while I am so far away for so long.

This is another reason I am praying that the podcast comes back soon, because I have found that listening to old podcasts has brought me closer to home than I ever imagined it would. The podcast team has become like a familiar voice that makes me feel safe. That voice will never be the same without Bob, but that does not change the way I feel about it.

Okay, I have to stop myself before I write a novel. Long story short, I want to stay connected to my second home through these boards, and I know that with these amazing people, it will happen.

 

[kaylajr]

Hi
and Welcome to Posting.
I hope you post on some of the other boards to and really get to know some other Disers.

Good Luck on your adventures this summer in the mountains.

 

[ILoveDisney&Cruising]

 

[magicaldisney]

 

[lovetoscrap]

What a huge and wonderful step for you. I completely understand that need to stay connected and you have found a great place for it. You might want to check out some of the game threads on the Theme Park Board and the Community Board. That is great way to connect with people in a low stress way and get your feet wet. Also try to answer questions for people on the Theme Park board since you have experience with the parks.

I think the plan is for the podcast to be back this week or next.

How did you happen to get this job in Colorado? Do you have family or any friends out there with you?

Make sure that in addition to connecting to people here you are also making that effort to connect with people that you work with. Social situations can be scary. You might also see if there is a support group for those with Autism/Aspergers that might help you connect with people. You sound like you might be a great resource to talk to parents with children diagonsed with Aspergers and help answer questions and address fears.

You have taken a great giant step out of your comfort zone. You should be very proud of yourself.

 

[Decorated_Dust]

to everyone!!!! Thanks a bunch.

How did you happen to get this job in Colorado? Do you have family or any friends out there with you?

Nope, it's just me. my friend recommended it to me and I decided to take the dive. So far, so good. I have been here a little more than a week and have not really become buddy-buddy with anyone yet, but I have met a lot of nice people and am starting to make connections. I'm doing better than I thought I would, but I still don't have set people to hang out with.

You sound like you might be a great resource to talk to parents with children diagnosed with Aspergers and help answer questions and address fears.

I actually have been looking into doing something like that. God's helped me make some huge strides and I want to be a resource to help other kids get through the experience of the disorder. I have read so many books on AS that say there is a high likelihood of divorce, we will not be able to hold jobs, and expressing love and affection is impossible. Even though I do have problems with things like this, it is not nearly as bad as I was led to believe.

Anyway, thanks for your warm welcome, everyone!!!

 

[magchavez]

Hi from Denver! Hope you enjoy our beautiful state!!!

Maggie

 

[Metro West]