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The Day I Laughed Myself to Pieces

 Some days at O’Reilly’s are quiet. Other days, they’re like this. Mikey had just left, and I was standing at Miranda’s counter while she and Chaz were talking. Well… they were talking; I was mostly just listening, like usual. Then this customer walks behind me and says what I swear I heard as: > “I need a room, a plastic shit, and some measuring cups for paint.” I immediately start laughing — badly trying to hold it in, failing miserably. Miranda notices and asks, “Why are you laughing?” I can’t talk, so I just hold up one finger and keep giggling because words? Not happening. Gotta love being autistic sometimes. Customer finally leaves, and both Miranda and Chaz look right at me, dead serious, and say together: > “Tell us what’s so funny, or we’re calling your mother.” That got my attention real quick. 😂 I finally manage to say: > “I thought he said he needed a roll of shit on plastic and measuring cups.” And Chaz, in perfect comic timing, says: > “I hope he can pinc...

When Autistic Laughter Wins (And Almost Your Bladder Does Too)

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🌀 When You’re Not Supposed to Laugh… But Your Autistic Brain Says LOL Anyway 🌀 That time I nearly laughed myself into another dimension Date: June 23, 2025 Posted by: Caleb Intro: There are moments in life that hit you so sideways with laughter, you forget everything else—where you are, what’s happening, and sometimes even how to function. If you're autistic like me, that kind of laughter doesn’t just sneak up—it ambushes you, full-body style, and refuses to let go. What follows is a tale of facial expressions, uncontainable giggles, and hallway chaos with my nieces. Also… I nearly peed my pants. This is your warning. You ever have one of those moments where you’re not supposed to laugh—and that just makes it even funnier? Yeah. That happened today. And it completely wrecked me in the best way. My mom was getting on to my niece Haley. I don’t even remember what for, honestly. What I do remember is the face she was making. Something abou...