Mistaken for a Lawyer … or a Factory Worker

So far, I’m really enjoying teaching primary school. It’s endlessly entertaining. Kids say the darndest things. I had a class Continue reading →

You Can’t Rush Quality

  Every Thursday at lunch hour, I run a design club for my year 3 and 4 students. During the Continue reading →

The Curse of “High-functioning Autism”

Recently on Facebook, someone posted: “Much of ‘high-functioning Autism’ is dealing with people who hold you to an impossibly high Continue reading →

I’m horrible at lying – honest!

Lying is an important part of daily life. It maintains social bonds and prevents the human race from collapsing. Yet, Continue reading →

I can’t do Small Talk

For maximum enjoyment, you may want to listen to this while reading.   I cannot do small talk. I’ve done Continue reading →

What are some good books for those recently diagnosed with autism or families wanting to know more?

One of the more frequent questions I encounter is: what are some good books about autism? Since being diagnosed with Continue reading →

Would you help your friend get away with murder?

Helping cover it up was fine. It was the cannibalism that really tested our friendship.

Embarrassed by your coffee order? You’re not alone

It’s a free world. You should be able to order whatever you want. However, generally not a good idea to Continue reading →