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Bishal and Poonam… An Inspiring Journey From Nepal to SW Florida!
Bishal and Poonam both grew up in the mountain country of Nepal. Twenty years ago, after Bishal trained as a physician and married Poonam, they moved to the United States seeking greater opportunities and adventures. They first landed in Cincinnati, Ohio but they didn’t stay still for long—after a few moves and new work opportunities, they eventually found their way to sunny Southwest Florida. They have lived in the area for ten years. Bishal, whose name amusingly means “larg
Jacinto… The Fragrance of Good Character!
Recently I had the pleasure of meeting a young man named Jacinto (Ha-seen-toe) while driving for Uber. I had taken a long trip out to Immokalee, Florida, and wasn’t expecting to get a ride request back toward Fort Myers. To my surprise, one popped up from the Immokalee casino. When I arrived, Jacinto came out with a bright smile and an upbeat attitude that immediately stood out. He works at the casino as a customer service agent and clearly enjoys meeting new people. Jacinto
Dauson… “Dealing” Life with Patience
Dauson was a friendly young man with a calm, easy-going nature that made me feel comfortable right away. He grew up in Lee County, spending much of his childhood outdoors in the quiet community of Bokeelia. His name came from his mother’s favorite TV show, Dawson’s Creek, but she gave it a unique twist — DAUSON — because she wanted it to stand out. And just like his name, Dauson has always been a little different in the best way. After finishing high school, Dauson began work
Bishwajit… Earth Champion!
When I saw the name “Bishwajit” appear on my Uber screen, I knew it was a name I wanted to add to my Ubernamez website. Thankfully, he...
Sahmara… Avid Reader and LEGO enthusiast!
On a recent Uber ride, I had the pleasure of meeting a young lady named Sahmara. Right away, I could tell she had a joyful and...
Despina… A Title of Honor and Grace
On one of my recent Uber rides, I had the pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple, Despina and her husband, Julian. Born in Mexico,...
Xavier… Skateboard X Man!
Recently I met a great Uber passenger named Xavier. While his name isn’t the most unusual, the story behind it is pretty cool. When he...
Yunosuke… Kindhearted in North Carolina!
High in the mountains of North Carolina at Teen Valley Ranch, I met a young man named Yunosuke (pronounced You-nes-Kay). His name has...
Bunzy… A Kind Soul!
At a recent yard sale, I met a woman with one of the most unique names I’ve ever heard—Bunzy. Before I even knew her name, she caught my...
Zulma Evette… Living the Life in SW Florida!
When Zulma was born, her mom had no idea what her dad was about to do. While she rested and slept after the birth, her father was handed...
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