naming your child after someone, fun way to tell that person?

Judesmom09

If we have a boy we'd life his middle name to be Joseph...It s long story but...

 

Paula, is a lady who was like a mother to me after my mom left. He parents are Mary and Joseph. Mary is the most amazing old lady i have ever known and i love her dearly. Joseph (or as i used to call him, papa jo) died a few years back. Mary only has granddaughters so I thought it would be sweet to use joseph as a middle name for our next as a way to honor them all. 

 

Did you do something fun to tell the person you were naming your child after that you were? Or did you just flat out tell them? I think this is going to be a very special thing for Paula and her mother...and i want it to be special when i tell them.

 

Thanks for the help!! 

LaComtesse

Full disclosure--I'm not one who is really into "Fun way to ask your bridesmaids" or "Fun way to tell the family you're pregnant" or gender reveal parties or anything, so if it were me, I would just be straightforward and say "So we'd really like to name the baby Firstname Joseph in honor of Papa Jo. Is that okay with you?" By "asking", she feels involved in the decision herself and has an even deeper connection.

Very sweet, btw!

Ceridwen21

If it's an older lady that this news will be delivered to, I don't think "fun" is really what you're looking for.  Personally, I would write her a card telling her much her husband meant to you and your family, and tell them how you will be honoring him.  I'm sure she'll be touched.

JacquiDerek

LaComtesse:

Full disclosure--I'm not one who is really into "Fun way to ask your bridesmaids" or "Fun way to tell the family you're pregnant" or gender reveal parties or anything, so if it were me, I would just be straightforward and say "So we'd really like to name the baby Firstname Joseph in honor of Papa Jo. Is that okay with you?" By "asking", she feels involved in the decision herself and has an even deeper connection.

Very sweet, btw!

This!  I especially think "asking" her will make her feel special!  Great idea!  I'm sure she will be very touched and flattered.