I have the privilege to be married to aged seventy-five years man who was diagnosed in late middle age with classic Aspergers Syndrome.
He walked the tight-rope of naivete until, at twenty-two he married his lovely first wife, who recognised him for the wonderful person he is, and she loved him totally and guided him when he needed it, for thirty-five years.
When she died I was so lucky to marry him, he is a constant joy and the delight of my life. Funny, challenging, unexpected, wise, fiercely loyal and willing to go through anything to make me happy.
He is valued and loved by his true friends, and we all enjoy his company and protect and guide him, and in his deep wisdom, he often protects and guides us.
People on the autistic spectrum are a pure gift to the world.
Gloucester, United Kingdom