Dear Abby: My boyfriend wants to start a life together, but it doesn’t include my autistic son

A woman is facing a dilemma regarding her long-distance relationship of 20 years. While both partners desire to start a life together, the boyfriend does not want her autistic son to live with them at this time. This conflict creates a significant obstacle to their unification, as the woman must determine the priority between her romantic partner and her child's needs while navigating the complexities of their long-term distance and future living arrangements.