A divorced mother of an intelligent, creative son, we have survived beyond a thing or two. Mucking through life; us against the small-minded that may not see the beauty in an Aspergers boy's unmitigated perspective.

However, it's the enjoyment of the small things; corn dogs, Chinese food, bicycle rides, staying in hotels, movies, exploring the outdoors, and watching storm clouds pass by overhead. These are the stuff of childhood memories and smiles for us.

I write and photograph a bit. He creates videos and worlds on Minecraft. I, in the medical device field, he...full of resilience and strength.

Come sit a spell and let's swap a story or two. I noticed you over there. You seemed like the most interesting person in the room. Tell me...