As all of you know Chris and I are expecting our first baby in March. I joined an online group to see what other women were going through the same things I am. Since we are all over 5-months pregnant the new debate is on names...
I like unique names, unusual names, etc. just fine. However, can't we agree that there is a line that needs to be drawn at some point? While I think Apple and Sparrow are wierd names, Pilot Inspektor probably crosses the line, no? Why is it that parents who want their kids to be unique insist on giving their children complicated, ridiculous names that will actually impact their lives in a negative way? Simply imagine young Butterfly Fairytale interviewing for a business position. Don't you think that it could be an issue?
The thing about a name is that it is not just a name. It is an identity. Your name is something that everyone looks at before they meet you, it is the first personal barrier. Let me conclude by mentioning that parents back east have named their children Adolf Hitler and Aryan Nation. These kids do not have a chance. They could be the nicest, most pleasant children ever and for the rest of their lives they will be shunned, made fun of and have troubles with school, jobs and friendships. That just isn't right...
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