Wednesday, September 16, 2026

my name

 

Yurii Chornyi 

August 26, 2026

ESL 100


I was born in Ukraine, in a small town in the western part of Ukraine. In Ukraine, my name is pretty popular. I was named after my grandfather.  Which in my country  is a common tradition. Yurii and George are the same name and have one history and tradition.


I don't remember very well the history or the story behind my name, but when I was a child, my mom read a book to me about my name. The name Yurii means "farmer" or person who works with the earth.  Farmer are supposed to be  hard-working, kind, and friendly. He loved to work in the fields and garden, planting flowers and vegetables. 


My grandfather also planted things in the earth, and I’m like him in many ways. I’m very similar to my grandfather and to St Yurii, who is  known for his kindness and connection with nature. I also got a love for plants and animals. I know how to take care  flowers very well, because in Ukraine I had a big garden. Together with my mom, we had more than 50 bushes of roses and other flowers, trees and fruits.


I like my name, and I’m really happy, to carry this name with honor.








3 comments:

  1. Your name is great! From your story I can learn that you are a person full of love.

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  2. Your story is fascinating. I love the connection between you, your grandfather and nature.

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  3. Your name sounds beautiful and I like the picture that u posted.

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