💛 My Found Family at Work Posted by Caleb | August 7, 2025 | Tags: autism, found family, workplace, mental health, quiet fighter I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how people come into our lives and unexpectedly become something we never had growing up. Support. Safety. Care that doesn’t hurt. At work, I’ve started to realize… I’m building a found family . Not all at once — but one connection at a time. And yeah, maybe it sounds cheesy. But for someone like me — autistic, queer, carrying a whole lot of life — this isn’t just a nice thing. It’s survival. And it’s something I’m proud of. 🧰 Here’s what that family looks like: 👨‍🔧 Boss-Dad — Ryan He keeps the shop moving and holds the authority. He might not say much, but there’s something grounding about him. I didn’t grow up with a stable father figure — so even the small ways he shows up offer something I never had: structure I can trust . 🧡 Mom #2 — Miranda She’s my rock. B...