The names we are given often tell rich stories about where we come from. The punk practice of changing your name is about taking control of who you are now.
Yooooo! Those opening paragraphs are straight philosophical alchemy, Norm! I apologize for always saying "Arenas" - but it seemed like you were destined to play in arenas. "Norman" having no family history is so foreshadowing. If it helps strengthen our bond, please allow me to mention that my name is "d.kaa.ruh" (not "d.care.uh" nor "dick.era", especially not "dick.era"). After moving to Japan, ironically, i finally hear it pronounced correctly, and yes, it is dope. Like you, we didnt bother correcting anyone, and even just started pronouncing it "d.care.uh" ourselves. Because... why not... right? A rose by any other name... and me by any other pronunciation... still smells as... sweet?
OH ALSO - how about "Vic Beyond." And OFFF COURRRRSE, dont forget "Bhakta Vic" and "Vraja Kishor Daaas" boi.
Yooooo! Those opening paragraphs are straight philosophical alchemy, Norm! I apologize for always saying "Arenas" - but it seemed like you were destined to play in arenas. "Norman" having no family history is so foreshadowing. If it helps strengthen our bond, please allow me to mention that my name is "d.kaa.ruh" (not "d.care.uh" nor "dick.era", especially not "dick.era"). After moving to Japan, ironically, i finally hear it pronounced correctly, and yes, it is dope. Like you, we didnt bother correcting anyone, and even just started pronouncing it "d.care.uh" ourselves. Because... why not... right? A rose by any other name... and me by any other pronunciation... still smells as... sweet?
OH ALSO - how about "Vic Beyond." And OFFF COURRRRSE, dont forget "Bhakta Vic" and "Vraja Kishor Daaas" boi.
Changing one's name can change one's direction, I know it helped me navigate life. Another great read Norm!
King behavior!!!! Honored that you shared this with us and looking forward to Thursday's post <3