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Dorothy

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Who You Are Mug personalised with the name Dorothy

Who You Are Mug

Their name, and what it says about them, on the mug they use every morning.

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Personalised Hoodie

Their name across the chest, in fleece.

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Name Stickers

A sheet of their name, for everything they own.

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Personalised Bottle

Never lost at the gym or in a school bag again.

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Name Cushion

Their name on the sofa, permanently.

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Personalised Apron

For whoever actually cooks.

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Name Fridge Magnet

Small, cheap, and somehow always kept.

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Personalised Coasters

A set with their name, so nobody takes the wrong drink.

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Name Tree Ornament

The one that comes out every December.

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Personalised Tumbler

Keeps coffee hot through a whole morning.

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Name Doormat

Their name, first thing anyone sees.

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Personalised Board

Chopping board with their name cut into it.

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Name Beach Towel

Nobody else picks it up by mistake.

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Personalised Cards

A deck with their name on every back.

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Name Greeting Card

For the birthday that needs their name on it.

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Personalised Invitation

Their name at the top, where it belongs.

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Custom Postage Stamps

Real postage, with their name on it.

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Personalised Napkins

For the table that is actually theirs.

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Name Wall Clock

Their name on the wall, telling the time.

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Personalised Pet Bowl

For the other member of the family.

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Name Pet Bandana

The dog gets a name tag everyone can read.

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Personalised Socks

Their name, where only they will know.

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Name Laptop Sleeve

Their name on the bag it travels in.

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Personalised Lunch Box

Never swapped in a school bag again.

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Name Backpack

Their name across the back.

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Name Baby Bodysuit

The first thing that is truly theirs.

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Personalised Umbrella

Their name, for the walk to the station.

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About the name Dorothy

Dorothy. What a beautiful name to carry through life. It comes to us from ancient Greek, built from two words that together mean "gift of God." Think about that for a moment. Someone looked at you and chose a name that literally means you are a gift. Because you are.

The name has been with us since the 1000s, quietly passing through generations, crossing oceans and languages. And along the way, it picked up some lovely companions. Dora carries the same heart. And then there is the nickname Dot, or Dottie, which has a charm all its own.

Dorothy had its golden era in the 1920s, when it was one of the most beloved names a little girl could have. It is rarer today, which honestly makes it more special. If you meet a Dorothy, you remember her.

And speaking of Dorothys worth remembering. Dorothy Parker, the brilliantly sharp writer who could say more in one sentence than most people say in a paragraph. Dorothy Dandridge, a trailblazing actress of extraordinary grace and talent. Dorothy Hamill, an Olympic champion who made the whole world fall in love with figure skating. These are the women who share your name.

And of course, there is Dorothy Gale. The girl from Kansas who followed a yellow brick road, faced the unknown with open eyes, and reminded us all that there is no place like home. Kindness and gentleness, that is what people tend to feel from a Dorothy. A steadiness. A warmth that makes others feel safe.

Your name day is September 6th. A date worth celebrating.

Dorothy. A gift of God. And honestly, that sounds about right.