Tag Archives: Aspie

So Much to Say…

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

So I wanted to do an update. Usually I stick with a theme but tonight, I just feel like writing about…well…life. A lot has been going on with the book, the illustrator and lulu are still working on bleed issues … Continue reading →

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I Wish

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

You know what I wish? Sometimes I wish I had a British accent. Who am I kidding? I’ve always wished I had a British accent. Or maybe an Irish brogue. Yes, that would be perfect. It’s just romantic. Simple as … Continue reading →

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Sometimes

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Sometimes I don’t know what to write. During those times it’s nearly impossible to force it to happen. It’s like my creative side has fallen asleep for a period of time. Tonight we watched the movie Breakfast at Tiffany’s. It … Continue reading →

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Down Time

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

I am seem to be quiet lately. I feel like I am calming down a lot these days. Maybe it’s that I’m just too exhausted to talk. I’m not sure. After what happened in Boston last week, I feel very … Continue reading →

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Always Processing

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

I feel that about 99% of the time, I react versus respond to stimuli. The lights, the noise, the people, you name it. I find it frustrating at times that I overwhelm other people but I can also see why. … Continue reading →

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My Conundrum

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Sometimes I feel like I learn a concept but cannot actually understand it and this leads to me going in circles and unable to let go of whatever it is because I know it’s important. It is so odd at … Continue reading →

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Could You Turn That Down?

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Tonight, I have so little energy it’s unreal. It is amazing how exhausted I can be after a simple day at work. I know life isn’t easy for anyone and I don’t want to complain because I have so much … Continue reading →

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Dear Autism Community

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Dear Autism Community, As most know, today marks the start of Autism Awareness Month 2013 and I want to share my hopes and goals for this month: 1) I am hoping that April 2013 will bring the Autism community closer … Continue reading →

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The Moral of the Story

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Sometimes it takes me wearing someone else’s shoes to appreciate their side of the story. Actually, it happens more often than not. It seems appropriate to be writing this post on my birthday as it marks a new beginning for … Continue reading →

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Goodbye (For Good?)

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Gretchen McIntire (formerly Leary)

Spoiler Alert – I will not be discussing much of the actual plot from Wicked but a scene from the show inspired me to write this which will be vaguely discussed. If you have not yet seen this show, I … Continue reading →

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