As a little kid, all I wanted was to find my name on a keychain, mini license plate, or some other souvenir that you find on one of those colorful spinny racks--you know what I'm talking about. There's always a "Rebecca" but never my name: R-E-B-E-K-A-H. Come on, people, it's not that difficult! I know there are many unique names out there and it's impossible to cover them all, but it was always such a letdown--this is for you guys. Let's band together.

Yes, it may have been frustrating as a child when all you wanted was a dang 3D print plastic cup with your name on it, but if you think about it now, it's actually a blessing in disguise.

It means that your name is special and unique! I mean, after all, it was your very first birthday present, so you should embrace and appreciate it. I love how my name is spelled, even though it can be a pain sometimes.

Nowadays, when you go into a fitting room and the attendant asks for your name so they can write it on the door--an unnecessary obstacle if you ask me--I'm just used to them spelling it wrong. It's just a fact of life. Also, if you have a more abstract name, the confused looks and the innocent, yet questionable tone they give you when they ask "and how do you spell that?" is just something you have to deal with.

And don't even get me started on Starbucks. I'm sure if you relate to this article, you know exactly what I'm talking about. Enough said.

But don't fret, my friends. There is hope! I was at work one day filling the pop (or soda or whatever you call it) coolers and I stumbled upon what can only be described as a miracle--a bottle with MY NAME on it!! I immediately took the bottle, took a picture, gushed to all my co-workers, and texted my mom.

This was a monumental occasion. So thank you, Coke for making one of my childhood dreams come true.

So, of course, I had to tweet Coke to thank them and look at how nice they were:

In the end, all of our names are beautiful. In many ways, they tell our stories! Even if your name is as basic as you can get, or something that no one can ever pronounce correctly, you have to embrace it. I love my name, and I will always be proud of it.