My name is Bethanie. I think this spelling looks nicer than the Bethany spelling, but I may just be biased. I always get compliments on my name, and although I haven't ALWAYS been happy with it, I love it now.
My name is Bethanie also. Like you above, I never liked my name until I got older. As time passed, I began to feel more comfortable with it and now couldn't imagine a better name. A name is not only what you are called, but becomes who you are and I like me!