Hello!!!!!! My name is Ben Purick. I'm 29 years old, and I have Autism. Let me tell ya all about my life! I work doing dishes at Bogey's Restaurant. It's at Bay Meadow's Golf Course in Queensbury New York. I have worked there for a long time now. I live on my own, in my own apartment, and walk to work. It's a nice apartment as any! I have lived here for about 3 years now. So far I like living on my own. I like my independence, but always worry about my supports! I'm alright for now!!!
I went to USA GAMES for golf in Florida, and it was a great opportunity!! It felt like the BIG leagues! Like the MASTERS!!! It was for Special Olympics! It was a big event!! I was overwhelmed with emotions! I got dropped down a tier for not playing as well as I wanted to; but I played better the next few days; and got a Silver medal! At times I like golf, and at times I LOVE golf!
Another positive experience in my life has been being in a drama club! It's called Adirondack Productions Theater. I sang What A Wonderful World, by Louis Armstrong. I sorta sounded like him at the time, I thought.
I like to cook at home, and my staff helps me with advanced recipes!