In the Name of Love
Thursday, October 30th, 2008Men can take their wife’s name in marriage, if they wish to do so. If – very few men actually choose to take their wife’s name. Or do you know anyone who has? Well, there you go!
It’s another one of those seemingly insignificant issues that shows up how far from gender equality we really are. Sure, it’s not that big a deal who takes which name. It’s just a name! But names are loaded with meaning – family tradition, memories, social ties play into the true meaning of names. You realise what’s really in a name when you hear from men who have taken their wife’s name. This story about a man who decided to take his wife’s name is a real eye opener! (more…)
