I am the grandmother of another granddaughter today...

[CTyankee]

no, not a new baby. This baby was born 15 years ago, a biological boy. She has chosen a new name, that of his much beloved great aunt who, unfortunately, was taken from us 20 years ago and a woman I mourned so much I thought the pain of sadness would never leave me. For all of the hideous pain that Trump can inflict, nothing can keep me from being so very happy at this moment in my life. Luckily, this darling grandchild of mine lives in Los Angeles, which is a great place to be for her.

This is great news. My family is rejoicing!

[Maeve]

1. Congrats!

Not all families are so loving--glad for you!

[CTyankee]

2. yes, we are all thrilled. Her late great aunt would have just loved it! I can hear her laughter

from heaven.

[malaise]

3. Congrats CTYankee

[Cracklin Charlie]

4. Congratulations!

Can I just ask a couple of questions?

Did your new granddaughter know your beloved aunt?

Did you know beforehand that she would be choosing your beloved aunt's name as her new name?

Just curious.

[CTyankee]

9. No, I don't think she did. But she did know her mom, my daughter, would have given her that

name if she had been a biological daughter. So it was apt if not perfect. I think my SIL in heaven is rejoicing with the other angels...

I knew this was being considered, yes, but not that it was final.

Her dad is a musician and a terrific guy. It's such a win-win all over!

[Hortensis]

5. Congratulations to all of you, CT. And what a nice compliment for L.A.

[CTyankee]

11. We're so happy we could plotz!

[Hortensis]

15. Lol. Of course!

[Pacifist Patriot]

6. Congrats!

[Demsrule86]

7. Congratulations! Nice to see some good news.

[oasis]

8. Congratulations.

[MoonRiver]

10. Congrats!

I've got 3 grands, but all boys. Every little one is a blessing!

[CTyankee]

12. I have another grandson and 3 other granddaughters. Great crew of kids!

[MoonRiver]

13. Oh my, you must be a busy grandma! One of mine is already grown, and the second is close.

[CTyankee]

14. We're on opposite coasts but stay in touch!

I have 3 other daughters in MA and a son in NYC (and my grandson there). Five in all. I am very happy.

[MoonRiver]

16. Yes, keeping in touch is what matters!