Originally Posted by
samlad
I wanted to change the name 'Samlad' to just 'Sam' or 'Samuel'. The name 'samlad' was a reaction to being asked on the spot on my first day, "What are you going to call yourself? You need to register and decide now." That, unfortunately was the first thing that sprang to mind.
Why would I choose 'Sam' or 'Samuel'? Because it's the name my mother gave me. Hope that story is interesting enough for you?