My favorite book!

There are several flavor-free toothpastes available (on Amazon US, at least) if it’s the taste that’s irritating. I can’t vouch for their texture or effectiveness, but I’ve known several flavor-sensitive people who have found success with being able to use them.

My new favorite way of describing my life.

I know this isn’t the same as a friendship or intimate partnership developed between adults, but there are a lot of times I don’t understand my (teen and adult) kids, but I will always love them.

My sister-in-law stayed with me for two months in 2007. We each moved to different states soon after that. I still get mailers at least twice a year addressed to her at my house offering to buy the time share neither of us ever owned.

Yes! Interoception is considered the 8th sensory system and ties in with the sensory processing differences common in autism. An occupational therapist familiar with interoception can help. Kelly Mahler has some good resources (and a whole curriculum for sale, but look for the free stuff).

My state (republican trifecta) requires a signature at the polling place that matches your voter registration card or photo ID card. I assume they can audit these if there’s a question.

Most people think specifically of photo ID when they see this. In Oklahoma (republican trifecta), you have options, including your voter registration card. I’m assuming there are variations in other states, as well. https://oklahoma.gov/elections/voters/proof-of-identity.html

If you’re on the constipation side, try adding magnesium supplements.

Sad I can only upvote this once!

This. My college psych professor said, “It’s only a disorder if it interferes with your daily life.”

I came here for this.