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in reply to a message by Llewella
Let them wonder. Often, the knowledge of how nns came about has been lost because nns as fns have become more common, but I'll guarantee your grandparents or great-grandparents had a knowledge of them that many don't possess today. The point I'm making is that even though that knowledge may be limited today, it doesn't make the use of them wrong. Bring that knowledge back! If people ask questions, educate them.
Personally, I feel that the more layers a name has (like an onion), the more interesting it is. A full name suits every stage of life and offers a lot of possibilities. It's also a fun way to introduce yourself and your intentions ("Hi, my name is Mary, but all of my friends call me Polly."). And I'd much rather have those options than to be stuck with a nn and wish I had a little more to work with. Actually, I experienced all of those emotions before my name change so I know what I'm talking about.
BTW, the only nn I'm unfamiliar with is Noll which I've never heard before. I can't say I like it as well as Oliver but I do like it.
Personally, I feel that the more layers a name has (like an onion), the more interesting it is. A full name suits every stage of life and offers a lot of possibilities. It's also a fun way to introduce yourself and your intentions ("Hi, my name is Mary, but all of my friends call me Polly."). And I'd much rather have those options than to be stuck with a nn and wish I had a little more to work with. Actually, I experienced all of those emotions before my name change so I know what I'm talking about.
BTW, the only nn I'm unfamiliar with is Noll which I've never heard before. I can't say I like it as well as Oliver but I do like it.
This message was edited 11/10/2010, 11:26 AM
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For sure!
It would definitely be a bonus for me to find a nickname that isn't used much anymore and use it. I can school everyone. :)
I also definitely agree with your second bit. One thing that's always bothered me about my name is that it has no nickname. I think a formal name with multiple nickname possibilities is awesome.
It would definitely be a bonus for me to find a nickname that isn't used much anymore and use it. I can school everyone. :)
I also definitely agree with your second bit. One thing that's always bothered me about my name is that it has no nickname. I think a formal name with multiple nickname possibilities is awesome.
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