The thing about Asperger's that I truly dislike is the emotional roller coaster. A little while ago I tucked my incredibly awesome son in to bed. A few minutes later he was breaking down. He told me that he wishes he had friends. He wants to have fun like other kids. The thing is, he doesn't understand kids his own age. He struggles talking to them. He has a big heart and wants everyone to be happy. He also is very big on rules so he wants everyone to behave. So, all the kids that he likes, he has, in fact, gotten them in trouble at some point during this year.
I know it's hard for other kids to talk to him. He's different. He doesn't understand sarcasm, or teasing. It breaks my heart to see him so lonely, but I can't force other kids to play with him. This damn syndrome is very hard to deal with on nights like this. I want his life to be a little easier. It doesn't have to be simple..just not so tough.
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