"My Name" by Michelle Martir

My mom chose my name. She had a choice of Denise or Michelle. She did not pick Denise because that was the name of my dad's childhood sweetheart. Sometimes I like my name but at times, when someone else has my name, I hate it. I wish I had a name that is not very common or at least a prettier name like Marissa or Giselle. I also thank my mom for not naming me an ugly name. I am glad my name is Michelle and not an ugly name like Pancha or MOLLY!! I have never met a Denise in my life; therefore, I would have liked to be named Denise also.