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Ian Hepher's avatar

Names, given us under various circumstances, seem to stick with us. The app that came with my e-bike suggested I might might want to give it a name, so I called it. “Butch“ a name my dad sometimes called me. it feels good.

My second thought, inspired by your writing, is about the song “Names” by Nathan Bell. If you haven’t heard it, you may wish to listen to it.

Michael Hepher's avatar

I had no idea that Grandad called you that. What's the story behind that name? I'll have a listen to that Nathan Bell song. Thanks for the recommend.

Ian Hepher's avatar

I don’t know. It was always said with affection, saying goodnight etc. in

Terms of the Bell song, it’s timely but quite dark so choose your moment.

A.M. Jones's avatar

Such a good essay. Thanks.

Michael Hepher's avatar

Thanks for reading. It's a little nerve-wracking putting these random thoughts out there.