I have Asperger's Syndrome. While it is technically on the Autism spectrum, it is significantly milder. Because of Asperger's, I tend to take things literally and I sometimes don't understand other people's humor. However, Asperger's is great because I don't have to be interested in what all the other girls my age are interested in. I can spend my time reading great books and researching topics I want to know more about without worrying about how I look or if a certain boy likes me.
Because of Asperger's, my priorities are different than those of other girls my age. Most girls my age know a lot about makeup and whatever boy band or celebrity is currently popular, while I know a lot about outer space and cats. I'm what you might call a "nerd", and I'm proud of it!
Asperger's makes me different, but I like being unique. If you have any questions about Asperger's, feel free to ask me and I'll be happy to answer!
Until next time,
Semper Fidelis
Oh beautiful Faith! I love, love, love this post. Only a true daughter of the King could write with such confidence. God made you with a purpose, and you are purposefully made. Please continue to bless us with your writing. You have a gift!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! That means a lot to me!
DeleteLove it! And I love your perspective! It's refreshing more than I could ever say!
ReplyDeleteThank you Mr. Johnson! I'm glad you liked it!
DeleteYou are so inspiring and you post is so eloquently written! Love you, Faith(:
ReplyDeleteThank you Anna! It means a lot to me that you read and enjoyed my post!
DeleteWell, I wrote a comment this morning earlier, but I have no idea where it went! :-) I just want you to know this was a brilliant post, Faith. You continue to amaze me with your bold, open, humorous and educational posts! I am so inspired by you and, as I've told you in the past, you are one of my biggest heroes. I look forward to each day to see how God is going to use you to further His kingdom, because that's exactly what you do just by being you! I like the way you roll!
ReplyDeleteI am so thankful that you have allowed me to be part of your life. I consider it all joy when the name Faith McColl comes to mind. You constantly walk faithfully with integrity, with determination, with a twinkle in those beautiful eyes, and most of all, with the love of Jesus securely planted in your heart and on your face.
I love you very much. Keep rockin' it, sweet one!
Mary
Thank you so much Mrs. Mary! You are such a blessing to me! I'm glad this comment showed up. :-)
DeleteFaith. You have always been an amazing young lady. You have had to face more trials and challenges than most people who are in their senior years, but you always do it with a gumption that is astounding to those who watch you. I love the title of your blog - there are so many girls and guys your age that can relate to you on being chronically unique; they just don't always embrace it as gracefully as you do. I also love your Latin sign-off. Keep your blog going; I know there are many young people who will take much solace and encouragement from it. A friend just shared this with me and it seems like something that might encourage you as you continue to embrace the you that God made you: http://theaquilareport.com/a-sure-hope-for-the-future/
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing that link, Mrs. Elizabeth! Part of the reason why I started this blog is because EVERYONE is chronically unique in some way- we just have to learn how to appreciate it instead of stuffing it down. I'm glad you like my blog!
DeleteTo anyone who's been having trouble with getting their comment to show up- try posting with a different browser. Sometimes certain browsers won't post a comment for some reason. Thanks for your support!
ReplyDeleteYOU ROCK, Faith! Nothing is more beautiful than a woman who is confident in who she is and makes no apologies for it! I'm proud of you and love every little bit of who you are. The world is blessed because God decided to put Faith McColl on the planet. xoxo
ReplyDelete:*) That's beautiful! Thank you so much! That means so much to me!
DeleteStumbled across your blog through random internet procrastinating. I've been reading your blog for about five minutes, and you seem pretty awesome. Clearly you're a fighter, and I admire you for that.
ReplyDeleteAlso, just wanted to let you know that you're not the only girl in the world who doesn't care about boy bands and such things :)
Thank you, Annie! I'm glad you found my blog!
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