Tag: names
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What’s In A Name?
I’ve given nicknames for as long as I can remember. Sometimes it’s just to shorten a multi-syllabic name. Usually, it’s a term of endearment. I’ve been quite attuned to people as I’ve given names. Some are short versions of their own; others are creative ideas because of who they are. My grands have me beat.…
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What’s In A Name?
A child cannot remain nameless for long. There are rules to follow–birth certificates to fill out. Social security forms to apply for. Michael and Courtney had a trio of names picked out for their son when he was born. Deciding which one and which order was a challenge. The little guy had no opinion.…
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The Papa Experience
It’s a challenge for youngsters who have two people they care about named the same. Particularly when you don’t see either very frequently. It’s confusing to put faces with where they’re from, whom they belong to and how each shows up differently. Papas can be such a problem. Having the chance to visit our son…
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My Name Is Nana, But You Can Call Me Papa
My folks used to live in a condo not too far from where we grew up. The residents were a quirky mix of people that were friendly but distant. Upstairs was an older lady who always made me grin. The way she’d introduce herself never made sense to me. “My name is Helen, but you…
Tip of My Iceberg 