Why Did You Choose That Username And/Or That Avatar (Or No Avatar At All)?

[Bernie's_mom]

I have a very difficult time ever feeling safe, so right off I didn't want my true identity to be visible to people outside of this forum who might stop by.

My avatar is Berlin (aka "Bernie"). He's the big goof-ball who helps me feel safe.

I had another dog prior to Bernie. When that one got really old and I knew he didn't have much more time I noticed my anxiety levels getting higher and higher. I adopted Bernie the day after my old dog died. I couldn't wait--I was becoming a basket case.

I have spent most of my life being harmed in one way or another within the four walls of my own home. A large, protective dog is probably one of my most effective tools for keeping my symptoms under control.

This photo looks so far away. Maybe another time I can come up with something better.

 

[Changing4Best]

It is just a photo of me, but I like the fact that there is a photo of Jesus there behind me; it is kind of like Him looking over my shoulder and protecting me, which He is, 1000% of the time!

 

[Britt.f7]

Photo Courtesy of freedigitalphotos.net.

I chose this one because it is American Heart Month and it reminds me of my own beating heart.

 

[ccbloom]

I chose the username CCBloom after Bette Midler's character in Beaches. Also, it was pointed out to me when I first joined, that CC Bloom was a strong independent woman - much like myself.

The avatar is of my last cat.

 

[Charmedone]

Last avatar was a disturbing image of a figure trapped behind a screen, I chose this as I feel trapped with my past and can't escape the memories.

New avvi is two Lego people :) one represents me and the other my hubby to be. Lol, Lego has some funny meaning to me (personal joke between me and special friends).

 

[Finding Shawna]

User name: I have spent all of my life doing for others. It has been a way of survival for me. Anytime I do/want for myself, I feel guilty. Somewhere along the way I lost myself. Pretending to always be ok on the outside. Then come the demons 30plus years later and I am more lost than ever. It is hard to live for me. I have always gotten joy out of making others happy.
Finding Shawna
The avatar will probably change, just depends on my mood.

 

[ChavaRo]

I chose my avatar because it's a picture from my wedding - I got married 5 months ago and it represents my relationship with my husband who has helped me through so much. We have been through everything together.

 

[Core]

Core; Becuase I don't know what I'm feeling deep down, I don't know if my core if fine or wounded or what.

Avatar; Matches the name and is really anonymous, which fits when you constantly feel very insecure, and a need to hide and disappear.

 

[Doolali]

Hello - superb thread!

I call myself doolali is this is the name of my bestest horse ever - she was called Cali Doolali. She was just that bonkers, but she kept me going through some incredibly dark years. I have her foal now (who's actually 13 years old!). Those horses are the best - he's just as loopy, in case you were wondering ;)

My avatar is an homage to my roots. It's a British thing, for those that have tried Marmite. You either love it or hate it - this is the logo - with a twist. I am also Brummie, being born and 'raised' in Birmingham (not the Alabama one). I love and hate my old home town. I guess that's what my choice of avatar is all about!

 

[Mella]

My username is kind of personal (what my nephew used to call me) but my avatar is the famsa hand is a "good luck" charm/symbol of protection. I love it. I have a necklace that I always wear that has the famsa hand on it.

 

[Mella]

Wow Athena, Great thread topic!

I love that you come up with such a well thought out name and Avatar. I loved reading your explanation. Thank you

I love your avatar! I have a bumper sticker like that!

 

[Emma13]

The name is what I chose it because Emma is my nickname that my friends call me. The number 13 is my favorite number. My avatar is a picture of one square of the origami quilt I have been working on since the beginning of January.