Today Stephen and I went to the coast to escape the Central Valley heat (the high for today was 105 degrees) and to talk about middle names for our son. We went to the small, quiet beach in Los Osos and enjoyed an afternoon of cooler weather, talking about our babe, and a lot of laughing. Who knew naming a baby could be so funny? At one point, we wrote down "Otis Greasy-Nape Tootle" (In case you're wondering, it was a reference to our accidental over-application of sunscreen.) but in the end, it just didn't ring. For those of you who didn't already know, we really are using Otis as a first name. It was Stephen's beloved grandfather's name and it means a lot to him to honor his grandpa. Plus, it's a cool name. If you think it's weird, just wait. It will grow on you! So today, we were working on a name to go between Otis and Tootle. We agreed on four possibilities, and we're waiting until he's born to decide for sure. And we're going to be big meanies and not tell the possibilities until we decide. :)Sunday, May 17, 2009
29 Weeks and Baby Names
Today Stephen and I went to the coast to escape the Central Valley heat (the high for today was 105 degrees) and to talk about middle names for our son. We went to the small, quiet beach in Los Osos and enjoyed an afternoon of cooler weather, talking about our babe, and a lot of laughing. Who knew naming a baby could be so funny? At one point, we wrote down "Otis Greasy-Nape Tootle" (In case you're wondering, it was a reference to our accidental over-application of sunscreen.) but in the end, it just didn't ring. For those of you who didn't already know, we really are using Otis as a first name. It was Stephen's beloved grandfather's name and it means a lot to him to honor his grandpa. Plus, it's a cool name. If you think it's weird, just wait. It will grow on you! So today, we were working on a name to go between Otis and Tootle. We agreed on four possibilities, and we're waiting until he's born to decide for sure. And we're going to be big meanies and not tell the possibilities until we decide. :)
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You jerks! It was miserable yesterday, so I'm happy that you escaped. Your belly looks glorious in this shot.
Meanie! I'm glad that you are naming him Otis, though; I really like that name.
Oh man we toyed around with the name Otis as well !!! It really is a cool name : )
#1. I LOVE this photograph. It's a framer for sure.
#2. I love love the name otis and think it's quite fitting for your first son and lovely to honor steve's grandpa. Congratulations in making that decision. It's a big one!
#3. I told rob your baby name and this was his quote:
"Nice. I dig it"
In case you care you have his approval too. :) (HUGS!)
Yea! What a great photo! It sounds and looks like you guys are having a ball. Enjoy this time together! I love the name Otis and am happy we have another boy joining the family, and another name beginning with O. I think Oliver and Otis will be great friends. I can't wait for them to meet! Love you!
Right on; right on.
This is where we went: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=592
It was one of my favorite places to hang out when I was in college.
I've always loved Otis. Can't wait to hear the full name when it's decided. Your photo is definitely a framer. I just love you two, I mean, three!
I told grandpa Bill that the name could be Otis Floyd. Did I guess right? what a fun exciting time. We can't wait to meet little Otis. Take care and stay cool.
You are meanies. I will like what ever name you pick out. Erica, you mom couldn't figure out what the striped thing was in the photo. I told her it's your grandson! Oh!
I'm glad you got away from the heat, if only for a day.
Love you, Dad
Otis is a kickass name.
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