Piece #50 - Reunions

This year marks my 25th high school class reunion. I've only attended one reunion and that was my 10th. Why the 10th? I guess because I was curious to see what had happened to everyone in that first 10 years. Sadly when my wife and I attended, I came to find out that not a lot really changed. They all acted the same way I remember from school, but just 10 years older. I haven't been to a single reunion since. I know there are college reunions, but I've not seen any invitations to any and I'm not sure if I'd ever go. Jaimee had her 25th union last year and she never even gave it a thought. In fact, she hasn't been to any of her reunions. I don't blame her. I guess in some ways technology has bridged the gap for my curiosity into what has happened to old friends...Facebook, Twitter, Google+, etc.

In a small way, I wouldn't mind seeing everyone again, but with my Asperger's, it makes it REALLY difficult to suck it up and go. We're having it at a bar and grill again...I say that because the 20th was at the same place. I thought we might have it in a different location, but I guess their happy with this spot. I saw on Facebook that my cousin Sara had her 25th reunion recently, but she lives in California and to me, anywhere around there would be special to me. Maybe I can talk our class of 88 to have the reunion in California? (Only if I had the money I guess!!!)

I think this is a case of bring back old bad memories, more than what is supposed to do and relive all the good times. I guess that's why Jaimee never wants to return to her reunions because most of her memories are bad. I did have some good times, but if the right people aren't there, it's kind of tough to relive those good times if all your surrounded by are people who gave you nothing but a hard time. And the worst part is, after 25 years, it tends to happen all over again. It almost sounds like I'm making up excuses, but having run into some of these people in the past, nothing seems to change. My wife and I were watching the movie "Romy and Michele's Class Reunion" which oddly enough they are celebrating their class of 87! I realize it's a comedy and at the same time absurdity of the movie, but in a small way; they do poke fun of what many of these reunions tend to be like. (Though I doubt Jaimee and I will be flying off in a helicopter in the end; leaving everyone with the idea that we invented Post-it notes!)

This is my 50th posting as well. I wasn't sure whether or not I'd write this much, but here it is. I hope everyone has enjoyed the material I've written and you're always welcome to make any comments. It's really awesome to see people from around the world read this blog. I will continue to give you all the best perspective I can as an adult with Asperger's Syndrome. God Bless.

Song of Inspiration [Check it out on iTunes or Android!]:

Song: "Good Times"

Artist: Manic Drive

Album: Epic

Here's the music video to Good Times!

Sorry for the size. The caption reads "This is me giving the thumbs up. I'm not sure why."

Piece #28 - Puzzles

I realize autism is symbolized by a puzzles piece and I've noticed that some people have taken some offense to that, but this doesn't deal directly with that topic. This is a straight observation on puzzles and how they affect me and the twins. With the new age of electronic devices, it has changed to way we do pretty much everything! In this case I want to focus on puzzles because there are lots of computer game companies that are betting on us to buy their own special puzzle game, whether it is on the iPad, iTouch or smart phone. I will say that I do own an iTouch and yes, I do love it! Unfortunately, I can get sucked into several good puzzle games. So far the top ones I love to play are Chuzzle, Bejeweled, Tiki Totems and of course...Angry Birds. To be honest, I also will go 'old school' and play Solitaire, Mahjong, Sudoku and even Tetris because they still have a place in my heart. Sometimes the simpler games I would rather play because they are quick and easier ...

Piece #35 - Christmas!

I intentionally waited until December to write this particular blog. Unlike many stores who seem to think that Christmas starts in August , I actually was patience enough to write this within the month. Of course, if you ask the question 'What is your most favorite time of the year?’ some will say summer, but many would say Christmas . I wanted to write this early because Christmas is one of those holidays that are a full season, not just one day. I think this is the one time when I enjoy the days leading up to Christmas more than the actual day itself. It's amazing how things change so quickly, from the decorations, lights, trees and all the other Christmas displays that spring up faster that lightning! There is no other holiday that has this effect on our society as much as this one. With my Asperger’s, Christmas can be a little difficult because the traditions that I did as a child are not the same as an adult. Worse than that, my tradition is constantly changin...

Piece #12 - "Temper, Temper."

Anger is a learned behavior. When we come into this world, we comprehend how to react to things by watching others. One of my many...many weaknesses has always been my anger. As you can tell I enjoy writing and whenever I've written in my characters for a story, at least one would have an anger issue. The story I'm currently writing now called Horizon, the main character Miko has problems with her rage. It's something she'll have to deal with throughout the entire story. I guess in many ways it's a reflection on how I've had to handle it. Early in our marriage, I had warned my wife that I would need her help in making sure I wouldn’t let the anger get ahold of me, for the main reason...the kids. I love my girls way too much for them to pick up the same bad habit. Yes, I obviously understand that we all get angry from time to time. ( Even Jesus got angry when merchants were selling their items in the temple .) I'm talking about an extreme anger when in many ...

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