That girl from America's next top model.

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I find this result really disheartening. Practically every job in the world has an important social aspect to it. And no matter how fantastic any of us are at the work we do (and Heather's photos were by far the best of the group), we'll only get so far and hit a wall. At least she got really far before she hit it.

I feel so stupid but I have to admit I'm totally crying right now. I guess sometimes I identify with someone on TV too much! Actually, I think I'm upset because this brings up an issue I'm having at work right now (today) - my AS keeping me from seeing what to my boss was a really obvious mistake in reading people, that got me in trouble... but more importantly than getting in trouble, I'm kicking myself so hard for being so socially imbecilic that I'm sure I won't get a wink of sleep tonight.

But I'm really glad Heather is proud of how far she got. And the aspect of having to live in that house with all those bitchy NT's (not all were bitchy I know) - she was so brave and dealt with all of it so well.

"Have you landed a great contract yet?"

I hope she succeeds! It's great to have an Aspie success story!

when i called Heather's publicist and she asked which outlet I was from and I said WrongPlanet.net, she sounded annoyed that I wasn't from someplace like TVGuide

I feel the reasons for Heather's elimination were incredibly unjust, although I think its a good point that now she doesn't have to be locked into a contract like the winner does. Now I'm just hoping that b***h bianca doesn't win. Saleisha is boring, though.

I really believe heather will or has already gotten more work in the modeling industry. The way she moves is original. Her shots are just stunning. She's the type of person an artist like me would love to paint. She can convey emotion; she can give you anything you want. I've had friends model for my paintings before and sometimes even if they are beautiful the photos just come across so fake! I would love to paint her someday.

I was really sad watching tonight's episode. I, too, am incredibly directionally challenged. I think it was unrealistic and unfair for Heather's getting lost to be counted against her. If she had a real modeling job, she could have someone go with her to help her find the place (friend, family member, assistant) or carry a portable GPS unit. These are reasonable accommodations. I think that a model in a foreign country with a strange language and alphabet should always have someone to accompany them, disability or not. Seriously. I can understand why being late was counted against those who were late, but I think it was awfully bad for them to let Heather get lost like that. I felt her pain. I got lost in Rome by myself a few summers ago, but at least its the same alphabet and everyone speaks english anyway. Still, it is an incredibly stressful situation.

I'm sure the show is rigged. That would be something interesting to ask her, but honestly I'm more interested in her life and her interests than the stupid show.

I really wanted to yell at the other girls who were making fun of her behind her back and then acting all nice when she was down. I've known girls like this and when they get like that they are pathetic excuses for human beings. They gang up on the one who won't join a gang. They pick on the one who is nice even to the ones who pick on her. I really don't understand people like this.

I am disappointed that she didn't win because I know she wanted it, but also because I enjoyed watching her. Most of the aspies I've met are guys, and as broad as the spectrum is, it is rare to meet an aspie who is similar to yourself. I related a lot to Heather. It felt good to see someone who I thought of as "like me". Never before have I ever really given a crap about anybody on tv.

Alex, please tell her that we are all so thankful that she was on the show. I hope she posts on here. Although if I were her I wouldn't come right out and say who she is cause she'll probably get a lot of awkward dudes PMing her saying "You pretty! Be my girlfriend?"

I can't wait to read the interview. Or will it be voice?

Oh, I loved how she frolicked off the stage. It was the best exit ever! She should be really proud!

I would like to know exactly how many times Heather wanted to slap Bianca. Saleisha wasn't that nice either.

Also, shouldn't Bianca have been booted for her mistake of her fear of heights and wussing out?

ooh I hope that's what they do.

alex, I do have some serious questions I would like you to ask Heather.

1. Throughout your life, what aspects of Asperger's Syndrome (and its comorbid conditions) have you struggled with the most?

2. In last night's episode, you said that since being on the show you learned to be more confident, to not always be so self-conscious, and that not everyone is going to judge you because of your condition. What else did you learn?

3. Do you feel that your social skills have improved after being on the show? And if so, to what extent?

4. Given the harsh treatment that you received from some of the other contestants on the show, how did you manage to stay so upbeat during the competition?

5. What are your future plans? Have you signed any modeling contracts yet?

6. What suggestions do you have for young people with Asperger's Syndrome who want to overcome the social problems that come along with this condition?

Alex, I hope you let Heather know how much of a fan club she has here.
Also please find out where we can send fan mail, because I am behind on everything and haven't gotten around to it yet...
Thank you.

I just watched the show as it just got through airing here. Did anyone else notice how upset Bianca looked? I think she liked Heather.

Ugh, that was a smirk on Bianca's face. She didn't look upset to me at all.