Thanks Small R.D.
i understand why some people use assumed names and have no problem with their choice as long as they do not use it to try and demean others.
I worked in Europe for many years and have lots of friends there and by using my real name it is a way of keeping in touch.
We pilots as a group like to identify as pilots and like relating all the interesting stuff which can sometimes be seen as self promoting so we walk a fine line at times.
Time for me is passing by a bit to fast and I like to relate my past experiences because it makes me feel younger.
In a few weeks I will be eighty and I still am as healthy as a teen ager so I may live for a long time yet.