My Name

I started knowing
myself through the
name I was given.
At first I did not
know how important
it is. Then I realized
that my name was not
just a label. It was
who I am bound to become.
To grow into this
name I was given.

There are a lot of
expectations with the
name I was given.
I have to uphold certain
qualities that are right
to those around me.
To act like the person
rightful for my name.
Yes there is pressure
but there is also pride in the
name I was given.

The pride comes
with the
name I was given.
People respect and know
the past bearers of my name.
Now it is time that
I carry this heirloom
and add honor to
this name. For this
is the
name I was given.