I use a nickname for these boards, but I sign all my posts with my real first name (Lauren). My nickname comes from years of my best friends making fun of me and telling me I am the "Queen of all the spazzy." (Which basically means I am a energetic, hyper freak. And it is completely true, but I will NEVER admit that to a single one of them.) The numbers of my screen name come from a long standing joke between me and my best friend having to do with certain sports (it's best not to even ask).

I suppose it would just be easier to use my real name instead of a nick, but I guess I just like it this way.
~Lauren

Clark: Lois, you're kinda babbling.
Lois: I know. See, I never babble.
Clark: Are you kidding? You're a brook.