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What's In a Name

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I have know idea if this is what the sponsor is looking for. But this is where my muse led me.

A name was chosen for you before you were born. Like it or not your name is associated with you. So embrace the name given to you. Folk will call you many things like: Dumb, stupid,crazy, ignorant,fat, skinny, lazy, ugly and etc. It ain't what they call you it's what you answer to. Be proud and stand tall of your name Many generations before you carried that name 1-13-17 Contest: What's In A Name Sponsor: Silent One

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Afzal Nusker

Date: 1/25/2017 6:30:00 AM

Very bold and empowering!

Phatt Matt

Date: 1/14/2017 4:20:00 PM

true that ,very well said ...~phatt

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 1/14/2017 3:33:00 PM

Good, wise advice in this poem, Alexis. I was named after my father, so I always liked my name. Good write w/even better message. Love and peace to you.

Paul Callus

Date: 1/14/2017 1:35:00 PM

"It ain't what they call you it's what you answer to"....that sums up the main message of this poem, Alexis. I would like to mention that some parents ought to be more careful as to the choice of names for their children...some names I would never answer too!!:) Regards // paul

Alexis Y.
Date: 1/14/2017 1:50:00 PM

Hi Paul, I totally agree, parents should choose wisely when they name their children. I appreciate that you stopped by:-) Alexis

Caycay Jennings

Date: 1/14/2017 11:48:00 AM

You made some great points, Alexis! I don't know what he wants either, but I thought we were to hint at our name without giving it away - I really don't know. I'll have to go back to my muse's drawing board. I enjoyed this. I've missed ya, been absent over a week! I used to ask my son, "if someone calls you an elephant does that make you an elephant?" Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Alexis Y.
Date: 1/14/2017 1:53:00 PM

Hi CayCay, It's so nice to see you. It's always a pleasure when you stop by.I'm glad you enjoyed it however I have no clue if it's what Silent is looking for: -) Alexis

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 1/13/2017 3:39:00 PM

Yes we should always be proud of who we are indeed sweet lady.Lovely message.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/13/2017 3:07:00 PM

- This gives me thoughts of how much ugly stuff we humans say to each other - a great poem Alexis - Good luck in the contest - Best wishes for a lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Chris Green

Date: 1/13/2017 1:19:00 PM

Have you been talking to the people I know? How did you know all those things they call me? :) Really nice Alexis, this says it exactly as it is. Be yourself and be proud of who you are. Thank you for sharing this uplifting and encouraging peek with us today. You are an amazing poet.