So my teacher once mentioned a highly influential politician from a powerful oligarchy in class and asked if I knew them. I just realized why: my full name is 80% the same as his. Did someone ever feel surprised upon hearing your name?
I’m not sure, but I DETEST when I correct someone on the pronunciation of my surname and they then try to CORRECT ME on how to say my own name. NO! I SAID WHAT I SAID!
