Really regret my faux pas guys. I had no idea whatsoever that a name was such an issue in whether formal or familiar. I really hate being called James, so I guess I can relate, but meant no affront in my error. Personally it saddens me if I offend or upset anyone in my writing, and I actually work hard to recheck my text to ensure I have not worded something poorly, but in this case the matter was beyond my awareness.
With my last name, VERY few people seem to be able to pronounce it, and it is irritating when name is called at a restaurant....Mic doggle; or other distortions.
Surprising that my inadvertent use of Harry for Henry was actually correct in the Kings English, as here in Texas we are dreadfully unaware of such propriety.
As noted, I do enjoy learning, and I promise never to do it again. ........
Keith and Stu.......thank you guys for the entries regarding various sword cane related examples!!! I find myself looking into pretty much every nook and cranny seeking examples and these are great!
All best regards
Jim
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