almost all my friends and frequent acquaintances give me nicknames. it doesn’t bother me, BECAUSE they know not to use them in public settings where i would mind, such as at a wedding while talking with a former teacher, etc :). but if you mind the nicknames, it may be ossur for them to call you by them, and you should say something. there’s no less affection when using your real name. the fact that they tried it does show a comfort level tho.
now nicknames for you…. 😀
snowbunny
snow
sno
bunny
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hoppers
snowy
snowb
yep, that’s all i’d come up with!