Your channel and this little community you’ve created definitely helps me feel less alone on this journey. Congratulations on all the new subscribers, you totally deserve it!
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Michele thanks for being one of my biggest supporters.
@sueannevangalen51862 жыл бұрын
Happy Monday everyone! I'm hoping for a better week this week because I was sick last week for the third time in two months. Not sure what that's about. But I can't wait for cold season to be over. June can't get here fast enough.
@whitneymason4062 жыл бұрын
We had COVID last week so I feel ya! Glad you are better! ❤
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Both of you please feel better soon. We had illness in my house as well and lots of friends who are sick of have Covid.
@sueannevangalen51862 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory 😊
@whitneymason4062 жыл бұрын
l love your mug! You can stir your coffee with your crochet hook! 😂
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Ah I honestly hadn’t thought of that!
@nunyerbizness95982 жыл бұрын
My favorite and I think most important thing about your channel is that it addresses being late diagnosed. It is extra isolating and seeing you and the others posting here has meant a lot to me. There are many of us out there who need the answers we've somehow found. We all need to help them find it how we can and your channel is a good way of doing so. I also agree to be welcome or benefit from your channel the answer need not necessarily be autism, but finding who you are and being that person.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for understanding my friend!
@NiinaSKlove2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for providing us with a safe space ❤️ It’s really freeing to come here and just sit and listen to you talk and enjoy your coffee ☕️ I so appreciate what you do for the autism community. Every time I watch your videos, I always feel so calm and grounded. 🙏🏼😊🌻🐰
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Niina thank you for your kind words - you are always welcome at porch coffee
@NiinaSKlove2 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory ☕️ Thank you 😊
@T.T.M.602 жыл бұрын
Very late diagnosed here…age 60 when it happened( 64 now)….thank you for this channel, feels good to be around other people who understand.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
I’m so happy to have you I hope you stick around
@T.T.M.602 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory you can bet on it!
@julie82342 жыл бұрын
It's a great place to hang out ☺️🌿
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Julie
@julie82342 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory not sure if you've seen this, but Michael is lovely. I'm not 100% on his mam though, but he's great kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2HQk3d5a5KomcU
@julie82342 жыл бұрын
*Michael from Australian love on the spectrum
@brandywells65032 жыл бұрын
Happy Monday Claire! 🤗
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Hi Brandy hope you are well
@deltatranslation72882 жыл бұрын
My “favorite” question I was asked after I realized I had undiagnosed ASD was from my dad. “Are you sure?” “Yeah dad, never been more sure of anything!”
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Right!?! I’m 150% sure
@michaelmalervy90662 жыл бұрын
Small successes are still successes. To quote a lyric from a Depeche Mode song, everything counts in large amounts. I hope you have a great week!
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael thanks for always supporting me
@jbullets59642 жыл бұрын
Fly season is indeed upon us 😆 my mom got her hair stuck in a fly trap once and I had to help her wash it out of her hair along w all the flies. That was not fun lol. I'm drinking coffee as well, just got into work and gonna enjoy this fine memorial day, remembering those who sacrificed for our safety and freedom, including my dad - may he rest in peace. Love your coffee mug, so unique! I have a coffee mug collection 🙃
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Hi J - what is your favorite mug?
@jbullets59642 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory I have a few but I really love my llama mug lol
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
@@jbullets5964 that sounds so cute
@margotgrey10062 жыл бұрын
I am not autistic, but I have two autistic friends, so I enjoy watching your videos and gaining insight because of that.
@whitneymason4062 жыл бұрын
What a great friend you are! ❤
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Margot happy to have you here, ASD friends are loyal and true
@CathyThwing2 жыл бұрын
That's an awesome mug! I have to use the same mug every day. I really enjoyed your Love on the Spectrum reviews. You provided a nice narrative and really insightful analysis. I feel less alone with your channel. I also feel like autism is normal here, like I don't have to focus on the ways I'm different because I feel accepted here. Congratulations on the new members! So awesome!
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cathy for always being here for me - I always look for your comment ❤️
@stijn24722 жыл бұрын
Is there a handbook on making friends? And the definition of friends? That would be awesome.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Gosh I am not sure! But I wish there was.
@stijn24722 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory Yeah that would be great. I suck at it. No clue how to make them, or how to to act (around them), but I somehow manage to have a couple? Weird...
@stephensanner13152 жыл бұрын
Hey Claire! Just dropping in to express how much I enjoy Porch Coffee even if I don't often have much to say. Look into getting a venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula)! Sounds like they'd have some good eating. They're native to the marshy coastal areas of the Carolinas, though, so I don't know how well they'd match in terms of climate to where you are. Maybe there's another carnivorous plant that would be a better fit.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Stephen I am so happy to have you here - so I did have some carnivorous plants that didn’t make it but I have recently acquired a small table top green house they might do well in
@NikkiRaven2 жыл бұрын
I love these chats! Thank you for making me feel so welcome🥰
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Nikki I’m so happy to have you ❤️
@Wiz.370832 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video Claire... I enjoy the content. I see some of your handiwork around you, very nice... I'm self diagnosed last year... and yes, it was an eye opener. It explained a lot... Kind of a wow moment...but I'm good with it. I went a long time wondering why I was so different than others... Now, in conversation, I try not to say much... Again, thanks for the video...
@T.T.M.602 жыл бұрын
Very relatable❤️
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks wiz, you are very welcome here
@laurajomorrow96682 жыл бұрын
I like your new mug! I enjoy your videos! Take care and stay safe!
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks LauraJo! I hope you’re well.
@9crutnacker9852 жыл бұрын
Some mugs have a hole in the handle for a spoon, sure it's not for that? No idea about bob's burgers so I'm typing this. I watch because I like your sense of humour (& you do interesting & varied stuff). I broke my 'main' drinking glass 3wks ago in a stupid accident so I was drinking out of the 'wrong' glass/es for a week. Managed to find a replacement at the carboot sales that I liked the look of & have 'bonded' with that one now.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
I am also bonded to certain cups 100% I’m sorry to here you lost your favorite.
@gardenlove77502 жыл бұрын
As always - thanks mate!.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for always supporting me
@izzyhendrix26512 жыл бұрын
Bob's Burgers is me and my boyfriend's safe show, we watch it every night to fall asleep haha. We are both late diagnosed autistic too! Bob's is great and the whole family is pretty ND coded ;) Love your videos, thanks!
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Izzy so grateful to have you here!
@stijn24722 жыл бұрын
That's great! May I ask how you met your boyfriend, or is it too personal? I'm trying to figure out how all of this works (relationships)... and I sure am having a hard time.
@narriparri2 жыл бұрын
I'm crocheting while watching this. Is there some mystical connection with crochet and autism.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure but there def IS a connection!
@narriparri2 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory thank you for replying! I have been Googling this crochet and autism thing. Could you do a video where you crochet and talk what it means to you? 🐥❤
@HermetteMelville Жыл бұрын
Thank you Claire. Im newly aware of my autism and your videos have been some of the best for me. I like them in the morning before work. Thankfully I have a lot to catch up on. You're adorable.
@WoodshedTheory Жыл бұрын
Hi I am so glad you are vibing with the videos - don't worry you have hundreds of videos you can catch up on lol
@passaggioalivello2 жыл бұрын
Hi Claire, you created a great community. I feel safe here.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Pass that makes me so happy to hear.
@Esther-kq7nv2 жыл бұрын
Hi! New subscriber, here. Early 50s, diagnosed last year. Yeah, it sure explains my life. I'm so relieved & happy that I found your channel. Thanks! I have lots of mugs, with my favorites being my 24-ounce Hello Kitty ones (all, same design). I MUST drink my coffee & tea from them. All of my other mugs are great & I love them. But I'm a stickler on from what I drink my coffee & tea. ☕
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Hello kitty is so cute!
@yourspecialness39902 жыл бұрын
Hahaha I love Bobs burgers, I liken myself to Louise 😂😂😂😂
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
I like her she is scrappy
@smicketysmoo2 жыл бұрын
Happy Porch Coffee y'all! (I seem to be noticing the use of y'all has increased recently, wonder why? 🤔) Thanks for the impromptu Bob's Burgers review, didn't know it was a thing! I can't deal with cinemas so will wait for streaming, but with much anticipation now. Always identified with Louise 😂 👯 Glad to hear that your subscriptions are on the rise, I always believed it would come. Congratulations and welcome to all the new followers💜 I think it will continue as more of the "lost generation" become aware of themselves and the fact dawns that they do not have to be alone in their struggles. Have a good week, looking forward to the next content.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Hi Smoo - good question on the y’all - I did spend a few years in Texas but I think my desire for a 3rd person common plural is from being exposed to it in other languages. It’s a gap in English in my opinion.
@smicketysmoo2 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory Good point! Hadn't thought of it like that. My British-centric blind spot with the language hadn't picked up on that. It's not something we use. Thanks.
@Dayglodaydreams9 ай бұрын
Cool mug.
@WoodshedTheory9 ай бұрын
Thanks
@briannah19152 жыл бұрын
Hi! A couple things... btw I rarely comment but wanted to share I found u thru mom on the spectrum and I am glad I did I could use another asd homegirl on the interwebs lol. I recently realized I am indeed on the spectrum, not sure if and when I will get a formal diagnosis I really can't stand to be shut out and told no.....when I know my truth. I actually starting thinking I was on the spectrum when I watched the first season of Love on the Spectrum I would have tears just falling from my eyes because I could relate soooooo much it hit so hard but I doubted because the people they picked seemed to have more obvious struggles I guess u could say....I dont want to say higher or lower functioning. I just got rid of Netflix so I am excited to watch your reviews. I also love Bob's Burgers❤ can't wait to see the movie.
@whitneymason4062 жыл бұрын
I came over from MOTS too, glad you're here! ❤
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Love my MOTS gals so grateful to have you. Brianna self diagnosis is valid and we are happy to have you. I was also scared about getting diagnosed cause I had to pay out of pocket and was worried I was making things up
@madberry Жыл бұрын
I need to start watching Bob’s Burgers again I left it mid season somewhere. So funny.
@WoodshedTheory Жыл бұрын
it's so funny
@andreaharmon89312 жыл бұрын
Never heard of Bob's Burgers.
@smicketysmoo2 жыл бұрын
It's a mad cartoon show - probably on Comedy Central/Cartoon Network/Adult Swim et al. I swear that the Belcher family kids are coded autistic, hence the comments likening themselves to one or more of the characters. Has won Emmy's and nominated for loads more. It's cool. But that's just my opinion. Depends on whether you like quirky cartoons or not. I always liken it to "King of the Hill" - but that probably dates me.
@andreaharmon89312 жыл бұрын
@@smicketysmoo thanks for explaining it. I do like weird cartoons but am sensitive/don't like crude or fowl language or mean behavior. I know King of the Hill but don't know if I ever watched it. I used to watch The Simpsons way back in the day, and I always thought King of the Hill had a similar vibe, but maybe not.
@smicketysmoo2 жыл бұрын
@@andreaharmon8931 Yes, Bob's Burgers is definitely more of the Simpsons vibe, but actually quirkier. It is more recent and therefore a progression of that style. It is family friendly and heart warming. As I say, just my opinion.
@andreaharmon89312 жыл бұрын
@@smicketysmoo thanks. Maybe I'll give it a watch first without kids. I've got younger kids. I grew up watching The Simpsons when it first came out. King of the Hill came out when I was a teenager and I don't know if I actually ever sat down and watched an episode, though I'm sure I was exposed to it. I got more picky with what I watched as I got older and especially after having kids. I'm sure I'd find humor in Bob's Burgers. I really don't watch a lot of TV and I go see a movie about every 5 years or more. Though I watch plenty of Netflix or Disney plus movies. Where does Bob's Burgers tv series stream?
@smicketysmoo2 жыл бұрын
@@andreaharmon8931 Probably a good idea to watch w/out the children, they may not get a lot out of it. Not violent or nasty though, just anarchic. As to where to see it - ? I live in EU so catch it on Comedy Central, but believe it is also shown on Adult Swim and Cartoon Network. Good luck and hope you enjoy.
@stijn24722 жыл бұрын
At what point is it late diagnosed? Does 17 count?
@madcow34172 жыл бұрын
No it doesn't, I banish you from the channel. Kidding. Since it's all subjective I'm going to guess 10 years old would be the beginning of 'late'. It would make sense for another category of adult-diagnosed.
@WoodshedTheory2 жыл бұрын
Sure it counts… or not… whatever you are comfortable with. We are just happy to have you here being yourself.
@stijn24722 жыл бұрын
@@madcow3417 yeah it seems to be subjective, but I prefer just a number, but it sucks no one can give one. Am I the only one with this problem?
@stijn24722 жыл бұрын
@@WoodshedTheory Thanks :) I think it counts I believe, but it is subjective.
@madcow34172 жыл бұрын
@@stijn2472 It really is a semantic discussion, and language is fuzzy. We, as a people, tend to suck at imprecision. I had a bit of a tantrum when I tried to figure out which generation I belong to, Gen X,Y,Z, millennial? The borders between them move. It's madness.