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DancinBarefoot
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Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by waterspout4
I love Sierra Belle!!!!
So did we.
Since everyone is voting for that I will add some background as to why we are now having a debate about it.
DH has this friend whose dog is named Sierra. This friend of his and I had a major falling out and essentially are only civil when we see each other b/c I am polite (she ignores me unless I say hi first).
When DH told me about the dog he said he wanted to pick a different name b/c the dog is a total ****** and hates him and growls etc whenever he goes over there. I was a bit indifferent since I never met the dog.
Well, we went to a wedding where said dog owner was invited. Turns out the groom's great niece is named Sierra. When DH said to dog owner - guess what the baby's name is - she looked confused so DH said Sierra - and dog owner's response was . . . (in a very sickeningly sugary sweet tone that I would never in a million years associate with said dog owner) "oooo, just like my doggy".  And now I can't get that image out of my head.
So, for those that chose Sierra - would you still use it????
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neener1211
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
I didn't choose Sierra, but after that story, I wouldn't use it. I wouldn't want to give her the satisfaction, even if I loved the name.
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| Posted 10/11/07 4:17 PM |
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Preguntas
it's pretty precious
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by neener1211
I didn't choose Sierra, but after that story, I wouldn't use it. I wouldn't want to give her the satisfaction, even if I loved the name.
eww- ditto.
I voted for Evelyn.
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| Posted 10/11/07 4:21 PM |
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boobanick
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by neener1211
I didn't choose Sierra, but after that story, I wouldn't use it. I wouldn't want to give her the satisfaction, even if I loved the name.
ITA
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| Posted 10/11/07 4:40 PM |
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MichelleR
my Becks
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tracyg
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
yeah same here. I've vetoed names because of bad associations with people or animals.
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| Posted 10/11/07 4:42 PM |
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Chica
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
So funny you posted this, b/c I was going to post a similar experience I had the other night.
I generally have a no-telling baby name policy. I broke it the other night when I told my youngest sister the baby name. Her response, "I know 3 people whose dogs have that name." I was so annoyed, but then realized (a) that's what I get for sharing the name, (b) screw her (temporary thought out of anger), and (c) I really don't care - DH & I love that name and that's what matters.
So, the bottomline of my long-winded response is that if you love that name, then to hell with that girl. With her attitude, I would tend to think she won't be involved in your (or your child's) life for that much longer.
Good luck with your choice. Screw that haters! 
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| Posted 10/11/07 4:59 PM |
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DancinBarefoot
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by Chica
So, the bottom line of my long-winded response is that if you love that name, then to hell with that girl. With her attitude, I would tend to think she won't be involved in your (or your child's) life for that much longer.
For reasons that are waaaay too complicated to get into, she will be a part of DH's life forever - and by extension I will have to tolerate her on occasion. (like when I see her on Saturday )
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| Posted 10/11/07 5:01 PM |
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Chica
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by DancinBarefoot
Posted by Chica
So, the bottom line of my long-winded response is that if you love that name, then to hell with that girl. With her attitude, I would tend to think she won't be involved in your (or your child's) life for that much longer.
For reasons that are waaaay too complicated to get into, she will be a part of DH's life forever - and by extension I will have to tolerate her on occasion. (like when I see her on Saturday )
In that case, I'm sorry to hear that. If it were me, and I really loved the name (which I do btw), then I'd name  Sierra anyway. I'd also arm myself with a bunch of sharp-witted comebacks to anything she might say to you in the future.
If you're not sooo committed to the name, then I'd look for another name. Have you considered Sienna?
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| Posted 10/11/07 5:07 PM |
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waterspout4
My loves
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
I take back my vote.
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| Posted 10/11/07 5:07 PM |
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MrsFlatbread
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Yes...but I told you...my name is gender neutral and you can use that if you wish!!!
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| Posted 10/11/07 5:42 PM |
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nicrae
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
I would use it anyway. I think it is such a beautiful name.
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| Posted 10/11/07 5:44 PM |
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Superkat
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by neener1211
I didn't choose Sierra, but after that story, I wouldn't use it. I wouldn't want to give her the satisfaction, even if I loved the name.
Seriously ditto.
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| Posted 10/11/07 6:03 PM |
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DancinBarefoot
06ers Rock!!
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Bump for SweetCin!
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| Posted 10/12/07 9:22 PM |
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pinkandblue
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Posted by neener1211
I didn't choose Sierra, but after that story, I wouldn't use it. I wouldn't want to give her the satisfaction, even if I loved the name.
I agree...what are our other choices?
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| Posted 10/12/07 9:23 PM |
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SweetCin
My green-eyed boy
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Cin
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Re: Spinoff to Girl Name Poll
Take back my vote too....but what if you spelled it different.
I like Evelyn too
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| Posted 10/12/07 9:42 PM |
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