Name

21/03/19

LEAVE ME MY NAME!!
-John Proctor

What's in a name?
When multiple people go by the same
two or three syllables
written identical in form fillables,
what's in a name?

How's it said?
One spelling is never wed
to a corresponding pronunciation
and can change with region or nation.
How's it said?

What does it mean?
Is there more to it than at first it may seem?
Does it convey you are a blessed son
or the offspring of a Joan with many wars won?
What does it mean?

What if I forget?
Would that make you terribly upset?
It wouldn't be a purposeful diss
for tone and accent make it easy to miss.
What if I forget?

Anyways, what is your name?
Tell me your interests, no matter cool or lame.
I'm new to this place and you seem nice.
Sorry to go and ask you twice,
but remind me, what is your name?