I forgot to comment yesterday, but I wanted to say that I didn’t change my name when I got married. It surprised my mom, who thought it happened automatically, but she seemed happy also. I kept my name for many reasons and I’m happy with my decision. It’s only occasionally complicated having a different last name (and sometimes a passport) as the rest of my family (husband and kids), but it’s not that big of a deal in this age of divorce, multiple marriages, stepchildren, etc. where there’s the possibility of everyone having a different last name. Do whatever works for you and your family!
I forgot to comment yesterday, but I wanted to say that I didn’t change my name when I got married. It surprised my mom, who thought it happened automatically, but she seemed happy also. I kept my name for many reasons and I’m happy with my decision. It’s only occasionally complicated having a different last name (and sometimes a passport) as the rest of my family (husband and kids), but it’s not that big of a deal in this age of divorce, multiple marriages, stepchildren, etc. where there’s the possibility of everyone having a different last name. Do whatever works for you and your family!