As you all know, we have publicly referring to our babies as Alpha and Omega for as long as they could be called anything. This was mainly my decision since everyone knew so much about them from the time they were just eggs! Something has to be a surprise, right?? Michael kindly humored me, as he often does. Tonight, Michael suggested that we have a Guess the Names Contest before they arrive. There really hasn't been too much speculation about their names, although, a lot of people think that they will be named after them! No shortage of ego in our friends and family, apparently.
Several prizes have been suggested, including diaper changing privileges. Nothing firm has been decided as a prize, but, rest assured, it will be worth the while. Here are the rules:
1. One entry per person (that means names for BOTH babies in one entry), to be entered in the comments section below
*Feel free to gather non-computer literate family members' guesses and enter them for them, just be sure to give them credit*
2. One point will be awarded for correctly guessing the first name and middle name of each baby (so, it's possible to get 4 points if you get all four names correct). The person with the most points, wins.
3. Spelling doesn't matter; however, in event of a tie, spelling will be used as a tiebreaker
4. No purchase necessary, but you can probably bribe me with a bag of Oreos
5. Winner will be announced after the babies arrive
We can't wait to see these guesses! Get your guess in early because who knows when these munchkins are arriving!
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Here goes......
Roberta Rosanne
Frank Richard
Guess the Names Contest is a great idea. How clever! I will definitely enter, but I will need to think about the names. I won't wait too long. I am so glad that Jessica posted a link to your blog. You look wonderful.
Lynn and Frank and Kathy and Tim were here for dinner last night. We really had a nice evening of food and conversation.
Well you both take care and I will get back to you about those names. Mary Ann
Myron Paterno
Sonni Bologna
Gillian Jane and Alexander Michael
OK...
Christopher Michael
Kara Elizabeth
Schmo wanted us to post his votes which were:
Schmofty Jr.
and
Schmofty Jr.
His reasoning: Schmofty Jr. works for a boy or a girl.
Mrs. Kathy votes for:
Nicholi Edward
Olivia Jane
I remember Michael's fondness for all things Tesla, and I think Lea believes in family ties.
from brian and becky:
Julia/Juliet Rose
Jack Michael
Bean says:
Fitzwilliam Xavier
Gillian Frances
nickname used interchangeably: Astronaut
(I hope Omega really is Gillian - such a good name.)
Aiden Michael and Gillian Rose
David hates Aiden, but I like it! Mercedes
from Benjamin:
Luke Skywalker
Leya ? (mommy says Rose)
Al and Maria send their entry via email. Their input:
Stephen Rhyno
Jennifer Lynn
Although, I have to say Schmo would be highly insulted if we named a baby after Rhyno and not him.
Grandma Hannold says that she thinks Michael and Michelle would be nice middle names, but she hasn't any guesses for first names. She says that there are such cute names now she couldn't pick, although Robert goes well with Michael. That was my dad's name.
Ok...after a very long conversation with my mother, her guesses are...
Michael Francis and Kira Jane
I find it very suspicious that three people guessed Gillian with a "g". Do they know something I don't?? Even though I think "Amy" and "Joe" would be most excellent, I'm thinking Lea is not sold on those names, and Matt took my original guess so my guess is...
Alexis Nicole
Logan Michael
I do also love Gillian : )
-Amy
I think most of Team Gillian are remembering Michael's fondness for that name in conjunction with that Barenaked Ladies song... Joseph Brown, having two friends? Dan and Gillian?
At least this member of Team Gillian.
Becky Snedden said:
Elizabeth Grace
Jacob Michael
FYI .. I am Rosanne's baseball pal & very excited about the babies...
My Mum's friend Jessica W. has entered:
Wesley Michael
Sophia Renee
Keep the guesses coming!
Lea
From Auntie Sharon:
Jonathan David
Anya Lynn
Beth and Dave entered via email:
Jillian Rosanne
Michael Scott (That's what she said)
Natalie says Dada would be good for either. Pretty good job for being 10 months old.
The Primas's would like to add that they desire a half a point if either of the twins has the middle name "Nittany". (I wouldn't expect to see these half points being awarded)
Great-grandma guesses:
Nancy Catherine
John Wayne (which isn't a joke, those are MY great-grandfathers' names!)
We are weighing in for the Irish. (some of us due to Notre Dame and others due to heritage and because Ireland is a beautiful land and a strong people)
Rosanne's suggestions:
Declan Michael ( no surprise to Lea and Michael as I campaigned for this name since our return from Ireland in the Spring)
Maura Rosanne
Greg's suggestions:
Knute Ara Lou Uhl (tribute to Notre Dame coaches)
but his guess is Alex Michael
Katie Rosanne
We trust that no matter what their parents choose as their names, they will continue to collect nicknames (Alpha and Omega) as that is the way with this combination of families.
We are excited to meet them and begin this new era.
I don't even want to read the guesses because I LOVE being surprised!!! I will wait until they're here! :o)
I think they should be.....
Jacob Edward
and
Isabella Jane
Well for the boy's name I like Caleb Paul
Girls names are always harder and since my daughter chose Isabella I have to come up with something else so here goes.
Michaela Jane
Aunt Lori
Ken and Laura have entered via email:
Lilly Ann
Shaun Michael
Although, Laura is suspicious of all the Gillian guesses.
Although late, these guesses are, unfortunately, still within the deadline!!
I should note that Ken and Laura have 3 month old twins of their own, so the lateness of their guess is completely understandable and excusable!!
Apparently the email that Lea received was only Laura's guesses. Kenny sent his in separately:
Luke Christopher
Abigail Amidala
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