Irish in Britain: My parents changed my name from Éilis to Laura when I was a baby

Irish in Britain: My parents changed my name from Éilis to Laura when I was a baby

Would a Laura by any other name feel more sure of herself? Possibly. But names are personal and political

A bit of McDonagh family lore: I wasnt meant to be called Laura. I was supposed to be called Éilis. Ive often imagined what happened after my mother announced her intentions in the delivery suite at … [+5256 chars]

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