Dave, I have a son who suffers from "asperger" syndrome (you will hear about it at school if not already).

He is 19 now -- going to college, working p/t and living with a roommate. 10 years ago, therapists said he would never be able to live independently and would need assistance throughout his life. What saved him? SCHOOLS and TEACHERS (through the high school level).

I will be eternally grateful to the various teachers and counselors we met along the way. Small schools, large schools, we had them all.

I also have been able to teach from time to time (not music! I wish) and enjoy it a great deal. I can easily understand your feelings.