Actually, I watched him with school "buddies" at an event the other day where he didn't know I was there, and I was sad for him. He was faking it like a pro. But I could tell he was not really having fun. It was a little eerie.
Poor guy. That is tough. I hope that he is able to find a kindred spirit soon.
I hope so too.
At the same time, there is quite a lot to be said for "faking it till you make it." People learn to socialize with more different kinds of people by doing it. It's not always a good time (especially for brainy introverts, a book is generally more fun). But it is very good learning, and can actually become more fun the more you do it.
