Plastic

Hi all,

I'm actually Plastic's daughter. I've had this account for a long time now - he was always telling me about the discussions on here, so I used this account to have a look sometimes and be nosy. He really did enjoy talking to everyone on here and offering help. The number of times he and I had discussions about the things he'd seen on here, and how often he wanted my views on those things (then turning into multiple hour long debates), is incredible.

Your condolences are all seen and appreciated. I am so glad that he was able to help so many people, even in this little niche part of the internet. He was so passionate about using what he learned through raising me, and analysing for himself, to share information.

We will all remember him. 

(Totally understand this seems bit odd considering I have never posted, but I always saw this as his space. If anyone is doubting who I am, I can probably find some kind of way to provide proof of who I am.)

Edit: I understand that Plastics account is being terminated. I don't know if that means all his posts will be deleted, but in the case it does, I think something he wrote on here a few months ago needs to be preserved:

'I am an Apollo Saturn V 1st Stage,

I am strong and powerful but incredibly fragile.

I am as bright as the sun.

I have lifted an immense payload to stratospheric levels against all the opposing forces that the entirety of planet Earth could muster.

I have performed faultlessly.

I have set my crew on their trajectory to the stars.

I am spent.

My mission is complete.

I will fall back and be consumed.'

Hi all,

I'm actually Plastic's daughter. I've had this account for a long time now - he was always telling me about the discussions on here, so I used this account to have a look sometimes and be nosy. He really did enjoy talking to everyone on here and offering help. The number of times he and I had discussions about the things he'd seen on here, and how often he wanted my views on those things (then turning into multiple hour long debates), is incredible.

Your condolences are all seen and appreciated. I am so glad that he was able to help so many people, even in this little niche part of the internet. He was so passionate about using what he learned through raising me, and analysing for himself, to share information.

We will all remember him. 

(Totally understand this seems bit odd considering I have never posted, but I always saw this as his space. If anyone is doubting who I am, I can probably find some kind of way to provide proof of who I am.)

Edit: I understand that Plastics account is being terminated. I don't know if that means all his posts will be deleted, but in the case it does, I think something he wrote on here a few months ago needs to be preserved:

'I am an Apollo Saturn V 1st Stage,

I am strong and powerful but incredibly fragile.

I am as bright as the sun.

I have lifted an immense payload to stratospheric levels against all the opposing forces that the entirety of planet Earth could muster.

I have performed faultlessly.

I have set my crew on their trajectory to the stars.

I am spent.

My mission is complete.

I will fall back and be consumed.'

SkriviksSharpEyed said:

(Totally understand this seems bit odd considering I have never posted, but I always saw this as his space. If anyone is doubting who I am, I can probably find some kind of way to provide proof of who I am.)

Visiting the site and not posting is not in the least bit odd as some people are very shy and do not want to state anything that might cause offence, or else not be well received, with the most generally recognised term for anonymously observing being called "Lurking". 

One thing though that your father was quite particular about was that this space was neither his nor anybody else's in particular ~ but rather everyone's to use in respect of being or caring for someone who is autistic, whatever neurological typology one has; and what with being Plastic's daughter ~ I can only imagine you would be very much welcomed by those most fond of him. 

And the thing about proving who you are really is not viable as the whole point of being a member here is to stay individually anonymous, with the most basic premise being to explore and develop one's sense of individuality along with every one else in a safe and supportive way. 

SkriviksSharpEyed said:

Edit: I understand that Plastics account is being terminated. I don't know if that means all his posts will be deleted, but in the case it does, I think something he wrote on here a few months ago needs to be preserved:

When an account is deleted ~ it usually just means that the ability to log in and change the details and settings of which and so fourth is closed, whilst the actual person's avatar image, user name and posts remain intact as they are for site integrity and thread continuity ~ with the only obvious exceptions to that being when people themselves delete their avatar image and user names or even in some cases the content of their posts so as to no longer be associated with this website of forums any further.

The quote was an absolutely 'rocketing' good choice for everyone to remember Plastic by though ~ just perfect! 

I’m incredibly sorry for your loss! It’s good to have you here among us :-) I did mention to your father a while back, I run a social group for autistic women in North Essex, I have nearly 100 members and have many members from the neighbouring counties. We meet weekly; have weekly group video chats and have an active private Facebook group page. If you would like the solidarity of the support of a group of other Autistic/Aspie women, then you are more than welcome to join us. ‘Autistic (ASD) Women in and around Colchester (AWAC)’ or I can PM you the link. 

Please take comfort from the fact that your father was valued and appreciated by so many on this forum :-)

Thank you for making the effort to reply to this forum, I wish you and your Mother all the best.