Autistic and In Love

A friend tipped me off to this article in Glamour about a couple (pictured above), both on the spectrum.  I’ll say “on the spectrum” because the article characterizes everyone with ASDs as “autistic” even though some seem more high-functioning than others.

It reminds me just a little of Mozart And The Whale, another popular Aspergers/Autism love story.  We want to hear stories like these, and why not?  It’s inspiring to think that one day our children will grow up, find someone who shares their uniqueness, and love them not just in spite of but because of it.

Many adult aspies who are married mention that their spouse has at least a few aspie-like characteristics.  My husband is an introvert, analytical, and detail-oriented.  Yet his NT-ness shows in the quiet but easy way he relates to people.  Our similarities help us to understand each other without explanation; echolalia is a valid form of communication in our home.  (See “Interactive Scenarios” relating to Delayed Echolalia.)

It may not always be a fairy tale, but some of us do manage to find happiness with a partner with a kindred soul.

ETA: David and Lindsey were featured on Good Morning America this morning (2/25).  You can view the story and video here.  Thanks to all the Twitter friends who gave me a heads up!

(5/23/09: I read the article again and realized that I incorrectly assumed they were married!  Sorry Lindsey!)