The twins. The baby groundhogs. Gerald’s little ones.
I’ve tried to hide it.
But the time to come clean has arrived.
Gerald’s boy and girl have no names. I mean, obviously they have names. Gerald’s a great parent and clearly took one look at their little groundhog faces and gave each one a name best suited to his and her personality.
Yet, somehow, their names aren’t clear to me.
The groundhog on the left is obviously male – I mean, just look at how he’s shoving food down his gullet.
Climbing all over Gerald, the female to the right is close to her family but longs to move to the city, experiencing a wilder side of life.
I can see her rockin’ the casbah, breakin’ groundhog hearts and connectin’ to her inner wild side.
All those actions that are so intense the ending ‘g’s run away, frightened.
And so I turn to you, dear reader.
Can you infer the twins names?
‘Cause I’m adrift.
Sometimes I pretend to be smart by throwing in Shakespeare references,
Megan
That Which We Call A Groundhog
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I do not understand all of this groundhog hoopla, but I’m loving it. Will need to research your blog to figure out when this started and what the story is. Until then, my names are:
Annie
Clarabelle
After Thomas the Tank Engine’s passenger cars, of course. Duh.
Hmm.
The only name that comes to me is Bob for some reason. But that’s because it’s late. I should come back when I’m alert. I imagine I’ll have a better name then.
Derrick and Gertrude. Best names ever, and they will stand the test of time.
You’re welcome.
Do they have to start with G? Is that a rule? If not, I’ve always though “ScoMan” is a pretty cool name. I think it suits either of the groundhogs.
I would offer you Maynard, but I’m saving that for if I ever get a pet rabbit.
Let’s stick with G named. Greg and Genevienve (Gen for short)
If you’re feeling Shakespearean, why not go that route with the baby names?
Imogen and Steve.
Hey, I tagged you… I think Roxane did, too… Cause you’re awesome like that!
I pondered this all day, which was a little awkward given that I was at a funeral. Still I persevered – for you.
What I finally determined was that in three pregnancies, I only came up with one suitable boy name. Also? My poodle is named Curlisse. My cats are named after story book characters so I didn’t have to think of those and the horse came with a name.
Clearly, I should not be naming things.
You’re on your own.
For the boy: Clarence. Or Hugo. Or Bob. I do like Bob.
For the girl: Arlene. Or Francine. Or possibly Mary Margaret.
No, I don’t know where I come up with this stuff, either. Am going to go hide under the covers now.
How about Jon and Kate, after that dignified couple famous for their bounty of offspring?
Jimmy and Suzy
Clark and Leonore
I love your groundhog series. I fully expect some full-out dramz now that poor Gerald is raising teenagers.
How about George and Gracie (as in George and Gracie Allen?). Just a thought!
I wanted to drop by (SO glad I did!) and thank you for visiting and commenting on my blog! I really, really appreciate it! Good luck with your groundhog naming! (Also, these pics are ADORABLE!!).
How about Geraldine & Gerry? In honor of Father’s Day & all…
Gwendolyn for the girl and Green Berry for the boy. (I am not joking, Green Berry is a family name on my dad’s side!)
Have you offered to babysit yet? Maybe you can get to know them!
Well, the boy looks like a “Henry” to me. The girl? “Grace” – or maybe “Gracie”. She’s *so* looking at her brother with a “um, klutz much?” expression…!
I’ll go with two names from one of my favorite Shakespeare scribbles “Much Ado About Nothing” – Verges and Beatrice.
Snickle-Fritz and Pickle-Poo. Just sayin.
I have something for you if you want it. Drop by when you get the chance so you can pick it up.
Later Love!
I think the boy should be Sir Gulpalot and the girl should be Greta. She needs a prim and proper name to rebel against.
Jimbo & Esmerelda
Okay…so I’m goin with…
Gabriella for the girl…or Gabby for short. And Gareth for the boy.
Can’t wait to hear what you have picked!
Megan
You could start your own Meerkat Manor. But what would you call it…Ground Hog Gully?
Peaches and Herb, baby. PEACHES. AND. HERB.
(“And” is not a name. It’s a conjunction. Just making sure we’re all on the same page.)
Don’t know why I’m feeling Cheech and Chong. I’m not a stoner. Ah well.
My friend from California had never seen a groundhog, and on his first exposure, he screamed “LAND Beaver!!!” and ran/waddled after it. Was pretty hilarious.