“ parents with autistic kids ”

“ My name is Deena, and my daughter is 11 years old with High Functioning Autism, as well as a Mood disorder. She goes to Pine Hill and is a client of the Regional Center. I might be able to make some of the meetings, or be a part of online chatting. ”

“ Hi, I am the proud parent of a child with autism. Looking forward to learning from others. BTW-April 11, 2008 the SF Giants Baseball Club will be hosting the 1st Autism Awareness Day at AT&T Park. Visit: www.sfgiants.com to learn more... ”

“ Hello, i have been a Savage Nation fan for many years. It's hard to find people with similar views around...so here you guys are ”

“ Hello, I live on the peninsula and have an adult family member with AS and a nephew with autism. I really want to connect up with other family members of those with AS for support and encouragement and problem solving. ”

“ Hi. My name is Bryan. I'm looking to meet other single people. ”

“ Former programmer for a database based accounting system who is updating to newer and different programming and quality assurance technologies (read: going back to college?). ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have a 3 1/2 years old daughter with autism and would like to know other families on the spectrum in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I know my son has asperger's syndrome ”

“ I love these local Meetups because I own 26 kayaks and routinely take people kayaking, I create huge flying events for kids with disabilities, and I'm building huge fundraisers for environmental groups. Some fun it is to live in the Bay Area! ”

“ I want to join a Meetup for horseback riding. I love horses! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have a nephew with Autism. I wan to help my sister and support him. He is my only nephew and I want my family to be as informed as possible. Meet others to determine how we can help him be the best he can be. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have three children with special needs and I run the Bay Area Sensory Learning Center, a highly effective 30 day therapy for any children with developmental disabilities. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I have a four and a half year old kid with autism. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I want to gain a better understanding of Aspergers' and what it all means. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because the disability community is my commnunity, and what affects one person with a disability affects us all. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I think I may be an Aspie, but regardless, I often have difficulties "fitting in". So, I think I would benefit from meeting and sharing strategies with people like me. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I work in the special education field as an advocate. ”

“ My son is on the autistic spectrum. Talking with other parents is a great resource. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my 20-year-old son would like to meet other people dealing with Asperger's . ”

“ I recommend you contact Parents Helping Parents http://www.php.com (408) 727-5775 to find out the date for their next Asperger's Support Group meeting. PHP is a 28-year-old nonprofit, resource center that benefits children with special needs. ”

“ I'm 26, male, recently self-diagnosed, just looking for some cool people with the same quirks. ;) mup at eden2 dot com ”

“ We just discovered that my son, approaching thirty, has suffered from AS since he was a toddler. He suffers still but is relieved to learn that he isn't mentally ill. I hope to bring him into your support group in time but now he is still adjusting ”

“ Hi all. I'm mom to a wonderful 3 year old boy with high-functioning autism. I'd like to meet more parents of autistic kids in our area, so we can share info and help each other. ”

“ Where is the meetup on 20th? Is there one? Talk by phone? ”

“ I have an 11 yo son diagnosed with Asprege's two years ago. He currently attends Esther B. Clark School in Palo Alto. I also have a 7yo son 1st grade prediagnosis attending campbell schools. Having lots of behavior problems. Suspended 7 days already. ”

“ My son is a 27-year old who has mild AS. He was not diagnosed as a child. We are glad to be learning about the source of his uniqueness. Would like to meet other young adults with Aspergers. ”