I have spoken a lot to my husband on the journey of learning about ASD.....but I don't get a lot of response. He is very patient and understanding, though. But now, when I express frustrations as an Aspie.....he just looks like it is adding strain on him. And he doesn't have much response - he will respond to situations some, but my emotions/reactions seem way too intense for him. I think it is damaging and stresses him out. This is where I think having this site and these members to "talk" to, to vent, etc....this is invaluable for me. Because for the first time in my life, I feel like I have a real, genuine community - and I'm finding that is so, so important for being able to manage my emotions and my life. Maybe it's similar to how people say you should have friends you can turn to/lean on rather than expecting your spouse to be the only source of support - that is too much for one person/spouse. In that way, I think it is better for me to just turn to this community to vent, seek advice, even just express my Aspie struggles: experiences, fears, frustrations, hopes, etc. I am going to try to come here for that, and then just focus on the here and now with my husband and trying to enjoy the time we have together. This community is going to have an integral role in my life. And I think it will help my marriage be happier and healthier and help me and my life (especially work life) be happier and healthier.