Little Bit of Green

You might have been one of the little tots on the playground back in the day, sporting the latest craze in sneakers. And around your wrist, you might have had a little glint whenever you moved your hand. Or maybe it was a flash of gold or silver around your neck that you liked to stop and fiddle with from time to time. As a child, nothing could be considered more precious than getting a little piece of jewelry with your name on it. When you’re young, your name is still so new to you. Everything from the spelling to the way it looked on paper was fascinating to you. To see your name embossed in gold or rhinestones was nothing short of a miracle. It was a proud moment to be able to actually wear your name in shining letters. Necklaces and Name rings alike, it was a youngsters dream come true. And always so fashionable.

But as you grow, the wonder tends to die. A person can grow so accustomed to writing their name on essay after essay, or signing endless credit card bills, that the wonder and mystery of a person’s name is gone. It’s a travesty, because a name is the most precious possession a person has. The meaning of a name holds so much power over who you become, it would be awful to lose sight of it. Name pendants may seem like it’s targeted towards a younger crowd. And yet, it can hold even more sentimental value for adults. After years of evolving with your name, maybe taking nicknames or learning a different way to write it, a name becomes the most inseparable part of you. A tasteful necklace or ring with your name engraved upon it can only add to your self-being and growth. A piece you’ll treasure forever.

Not that such jewelry is rare in more adult settings. It is a marvelous idea to even add more meaning to an heirloom or ring, which you already hold dear, and have your name carved into it. Giving someone jewelry with your name on it is also a great gift idea. It can be overwhelming in a store when trying to find jewelry gifts. But getting someone you love a piece of jewelry with their name on it makes it all the more personal and thoughtful.

Even if you weren’t one of the children on the playground with your name on your jewelry, never fear. It’s never too late to embrace your inner love for your name. Make a statement and show your personal style. Tell the world who you are.

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