Hi this is my first time on this site. I have 2 sons on the autistic spectrum. During the school holidays I feel very isolated by people who I consider to be good friends. I try to arrange days out or get together with my children and there neurotypical children with whom my son's consider to be there friends but to be honest my friends are not interested. During term time I regularly get together with my friends for coffee. I understand that they are busy but it is noticeable when we go to the park and see them out with other friends and there children. It upsets my youngest child the most because all he wants to do is join in with the crowd. He is such a good natured child. I can go for days in the school hols without any adult conversation apart from with my hubby. I don't say anything to my friends because I don't want to make a fuss and I am aware that they have busy lives. But just for once it would be nice if someone would pick up the phone and say let's meet up.
Does anyone understand where I am coming from. Please understand that I am aware that a lot of people do struggle with dealing with a person with autism. But I just wish they would understand how lonely and isolating it can be for the rest of the family. X
