Had a nice tea and lunch with an old school mate today, who I see once a year. She is the only person I am still in contact with who went to the same school as me. It was good to have a catch up, and I think I listened well and responded well. I think I am now quite good at this social chit chat business, although I still find the nuances of relationships terribly difficult, and conversation dries up fairly quickly. I was with her for just over an hour. It is easier sitting down with someone in a peaceful environment than walking with someone, because there are less distractions. She knows I have Aspergers, and is very accomodating. I am getting more relaxed in her company.
