What’s in a (Name)?
Category: Lifestyle
Tags: Identity · Self Improvement · Writing
Ever been reduced to a parenthesis? In this personal essay I tell how seeing my name listed as (Cindy) in my father-in-law's obituary sparked a poem, quick editing lessons and questions about how names are listed in obituaries and why names matter. Read my take on identity, publishing edits and choosing your own name.
Rolly's Take
For those who feel the weight of their name and the stories it carries — a quiet rebellion against being reduced to mere parentheses. It’s a space where identity and the intricacies of language intertwine, inviting reflection on how we wish to be seen and remembered. Here, words become not just tools, but bridges to deeper understanding and connection.