You already know Della’s name—even her secret middle name. But what other names did we consider while she was, as pictured, in utero? Some doozies! Keep in mind, we didn’t know if she would be of the fair or unfair sex.
Alfred Utah: Alfie for short.
George Junius
Althea Oregon*: Althea of Grateful Dead fame. (*Steve never gave “Oregon” respectful consideration.)
George Michael: Again, Steve wouldn’t entertain this idea. Not, surprisingly, because of the gay ’80s pop star, but because of the late local sports news anchor of the same name.
Sure glad you got a girl !!
Cousin Annie would have liked a little Alfie too but Della is better for tea parties and the dolls’ Christmas.