Harper Stites Cayton

From the book The Secret Universe of Names: The letter R resonates with cheeky sexuality, which explains why it's the initial letter of romance, rakish, rebel, risque, ruddy, randy, racy and robust. But in combination with the hushed and humble tones of the letter H, the R generates the words that describe the more admirable aspects of human endeavors heroic, honor, harmonious, heart, hardy, and humor. These emotive qualities reflect the way HR people typically wear their hearts on their sleeves. To really know an HR is to find it difficult to resist the hearty and down-to-earth personality. HRs have the rare ability to put other people at ease without appearing smug or condescending. HRs may be solicitous and gentle with their loved ones, but they're not overburdened with patience. Still, even if they vent with the occasional burst of bad humor, everyone knows that it's more bark that bite. It's a good idea not to push them too far or too often, though, for over time, even these otherwise-harmonious individuals will become cranky and unreasonable. HRs amble through life with an abiding hatred of routine, which is why you won't find them slugging away at the nine-to-five grind unless forced into it by the prospect of poverty. These are capable people who have a lot to offer and aren't the kind to take a backseat to anyone. Typically, they're attracted to jobs that promise creative freedom (or at least a high degree of autonomy) and the most common complaint about the HRs is that they'll sometimes take their independent philosophies to the extreme and make far too many reckless decisions. HRs are introspective people who are dedicated to their ideals and convictions. And as friends, HRs are almost without peer. Trustworthy, reliable and dependable, they understand that the responsibilities of friendship extend beyond the casual familiarity and the occasional drink. To them, a friend in need is a call to arms, and they'll reflexively volunteer their services without having to be asked. HRs tend to choose mates who can balance their adventurous aspects with responsible and grounded outlooks. But in their zeal to find mates who can offer them the stability they need, they run the risk of settling for women who don't appreciate their unconventional perspectives. Still, because HRs are quick learners and masters in the art of compromise, their marriages are more stable and permanent than most. — Sean, Cathy, Abby and Harper