Changing names?

Thanks for all the responses. I think that the problems i see with changing names is that first of all who wouldn't change their names at 11? It sounds fun to change your name but I don't know if she realizes that its not just a game its forever! I also think it might be hard for her in school for her to change her name. People are going to have a hard time with it at first and might think its weird that she changed her name! kids can be mean! She already has white parents which she has to explain to people all the time and i just don't want it to be another thing she has to explain all the time. I guess the kids could think it was cool but she will be in 6th grade and they are not known for their understanding! lol I do like the idea of having her write down why she wants to change it and I will talk to her therapist about it and see what she thinks and maybe she can talk to her about it! In the end though if she really wants to change I am sure I will do it! :love: