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I actually also used the word “of” as an example in the case of Stephen, trying to point out how the ph in Stephen makes the sound of a passive f, the same way the f in “of” does. Some people are just willfully ignorant.

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And how awful about your xMIL! I’d be livid if someone intentionally spelled my child’s name wrong, especially on baby shower invitations and with the intention of trying to get others to spell it how she wanted it spelled. I’m sure you handled it a lot better than I would’ve.

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Theodora is a beautiful name! It feels so regal and warm. I love all the nickname options as well.

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It amazes me how some people think names, spellings, and pronunciations in use for centuries are just wrong.

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My sister’s name is Savanna and to this day some people in my family (like my grandpa) never get it right on cards and things. It’s always Savannah, Savanah, Savana, etc.