And that's another reason why I went with a handle (aside from being a nobody .)
There was already an Eric & there was already a Hutchhead (which is close enough to my last name.) That's a problem when you arrive later to the party - your name belongs to somebody else.
Eric Hutchhead....that's a name you don't hear everyday .
I have no issues with someone using a handle and don't think it has anything to do with one telling the truth or standing behind what they say. Although I hate it when DJs do it .
BTW, my name is Mark Sheldon (sheldonm)!
...I'll be sitting a lot too when I'm his age; if I get there . I saw Clark last summer at the Chicago Jazz Festival. At that time he played with many musicians his age and he did sit the entire show. I thought he played well but wondered how he'd do if he was the primary focus of the entire show. I know I would still go; you never know how long these guys will be around and he'll probably give you a good show; he's a legend! Just my 2 cents!
Mark