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    Who is the woman of my dreams, and where is she?

    You really are the only person who can determine what sort of partner you would want in a woman. I would advise trying out online dating. Examine yourself in what you have to offer (you seemed to easily list some of your good qualities, which is a brilliant start :D) and what you would...
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    Aspie dating

    I think being upfront about your ASD is potentially a good thing when looking for a relationship, regardless of gender. It is something that will come up eventually. I included it in my profile (along with the other things that were intrinsic or important about myself) when I used an online...
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    Aspie dating

    I also have had a hard time making (and keeping) friends, and dealing with the whole 'dating' thing. For now, I have acquiesced to the idea that friends are just not in the plan - maintaining friendships requires efforts I do not have right now. As for dating... I signed up to a local (well, for...
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    Age of Diagnosis

    I was born late 80's in NZ, and like you I can look back at my school years and read end-of-year school reports and see that it was quite clear. I also dropped out of high school before NCEA 1 because I couldn't cope with the social jungle that was an all-girl's school, and found my schoolwork...
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    Age of Diagnosis

    I was diagnosed at 23 - pretty early by the standards for females on the spectrum. Until then I had seen several psychologists/psychiatrists/therapists regarding anxiety, OCD and general social ineptitude.
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    How on earth will I find a spouse…

    Maelstrom I can't offer any advice on how to deal with those situations, NT girls travel in packs for some unfathomable reason. Approaching someone who looks friendly is undoubtedly easier, but you may be missing out when you pass up approaching a girl who looks anything other than. I'm sure...
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    How on earth will I find a spouse…

    This is such perfect advice. I've noticed it seems to (bizzarely) be something people (both ASD and NT) fail to consider when longing for a relationship, whether romantic or not. Keep King_Oni's advice in mind, and assess what it is that could make you interesting or a positive addition to...
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    How do Aspies celebrate Valentine's Day?

    If you are not getting what you want/expect out of the relationship, you really have two options: Express yourself and instigate a conversation about what you both require from the relationship, or end the relationship. It is unfair to both parties to hold heavy expectations and resenting the...
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    How do Aspies celebrate Valentine's Day?

    It baffles me that couples need to rely on a mandated 'holiday' to express and/or show appreciation for their partner. And that failing to buy into that causes such drama. It's absurd.
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    What Is Your Favourite Ice Cream Flavour?

    Orange Chocolate Chip, or Gold Rush (hokey pokey/caramel ice cream with chunks of chocolate covered hokey pokey).
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    Hi I am Aunt Fel

    I think you may be underestimating him (claiming he doesn't even know where groceries come from?) - 12 year olds tend to have some awareness. Many on the autism spectrum can lag in emotional and mental/social maturity, and many struggle with executive function and things. Have his abilities...
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    Hi I am Aunt Fel

    I suppose it would depend on what challenges he faces, and what he may be set to gain from investing time in a 'rehabilitation' program. And then it would depend on if he agreed to participate, and if he would even meets the requirements to obtain a referral to said program (based on the...
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    AS Friend Lies to Me

    Is it at all possible that he may feel uncomfortable with the level at which you are tracking his online movements (for example, keeping an eye on his Facebook activity status, tracking his Steam log)? He may be feeling the need to take time out from the friendship - it sounds like it is...
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    Mirrors

    YES. I often forget what I look like. My partner has been intrigued/playfully teases me about my penchant for taking 'selfies', and I often keep some on my phone for reference lol. I experience some interesting prosopagnosia (for example, any white, dark haired, thin man is Justin Long haha)...
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    Which Of My Included Dating Profile Pics Would You Use If You Were Me ???

    I would certainly encourage you to focus more on the content of your profile than the pictures you list. Maybe posting it and getting feedback would indeed be helpful? I noticed you already asked for advice on messages when approaching girls. I met my partner (of over a year now) via a dating...
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