My nick started on AOL also, many years ago. I needed a name for a roleplaying game there. Chai (Shy) because I am shy. And Lynne because it sounded good, also my cousin's middle name. Many people have asked me if I'm asian over the years which I'm not. I'm kind of attached to the name, and I've never had a problem using it wherever I go. I used to hate my real name when I was younger. I like it now but it's rather plain. Dawn