My dad was an extrovert, and he loved being around people and socializing, and disability can be very isolating. Towards the end of his life he spent time online gaming and trying to connect with people in online spaces because like many disabled people it was hard for him to do irl.
My dad passed away many years ago, and I still miss him. And every time I see that joke, it's a sad, jarring reminder of the stigma and isolation he experienced as a result of his disabilities.
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