Welcome, @actsman! So glad to have you here with us on Steemit platform. You're absolutely right to see autism as not a disability. Life may have been tough, I can only imagine, but people like you is just what the world needed to know and appreciate even more. I have come across many autistic students in my teaching journey; and they have never failed to inspire me to be a better teacher and most importantly, person. Look forward to seeing your great talents! :)