One day, Le Clown will write such a long post title that Fiona Apple is going to call and give me shit for stealing her shtick. Fiona, you don’t have to wait until then to call me…
If you have received a gold star for suggesting a moniker for our daughter, congratulations, you did not bore Le Clown, and your suggestion is up for vote. The poll is open until Friday, 11:59PM, Eastern Time. May the best blogger win – which is funny, as Le Clown is the best blogger, but he can’t vote, even though he’s a winner. He wins everything. I should rebaptize myself Le Clowinner. But that would make me a contemporary John the Baptist, and my head is prettier on my shoulders than rolling on a dirt floor.
The Toddler formerly known as…
Okay, I just voted and of course voted for Voracious Intuitive Poppy because that one was mine and you gave me a gold star. It was cool when I did because I’m the first one and the little thing went to 100%. I have that going for me.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:03Brigitte,
I would take a screen capture of it! And frame it. Perhaps put it on your night table, besides your copy of Fifty Shades of Grey.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:05No shades of grey for me, buddy. no-no, i will not give in. But beside my copy of War and Peace, Moby Dick, and How to Spruce up My Writing Space in 30 seconds or less, yeah, I can see that.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:09Brigitte,
Come on… I know that ALL Americans read Fifty Shades of Grey, ALL of them, and they are either Team Edward or Team Jacob… When everyone should be Team Le Clown.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:11Le Clown, you cannot label me.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:15Brigitte,
Have you read Page Six, yet?
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:16I agree.. no shades of grey!
Posted by unfetteredbs | July 11, 2012, 22:28I just voted for that one, too. You owe me $.
Posted by calahan | July 11, 2012, 12:08Yay! two votes for VIP
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:10I’m sorry Brigitte, I had to go with Lollipoppy because that may be one of the cutest words ever and would go perfectly with one of the cutest little girls ever.
Posted by Maggie O'C | July 11, 2012, 12:05boo.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:11In my defense, I didn’t know Vociferous Violet was yours till after I voted.
Posted by Maggie O'C | July 11, 2012, 12:15No, Voracious Intuitive Poppy is my astounding creation. VIP.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:18okay, I didn’t know that either
Posted by Maggie O'C | July 11, 2012, 12:21I have clicked on the vote thing again and it tells me my vote has been counted but Lollipoppy is winning. It is winning.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 14:31tiny smile
Posted by Maggie O'C | July 11, 2012, 16:29Maggie, Brigitte,
This post is so great – I wrote it without even coffee – that it’s already going viral, comment wise. I don’t even have to comment myself! Maggie, I had a special thought for you in the title, I’m sure you noticed…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:24Dear clown,
You should have had your coffee first, you’ve ballsed it up by not adding ME when I got a star.
Love Dotty xxx
Posted by Dotty Headbanger | July 11, 2012, 12:30or the title….
Posted by Maggie O'C | July 11, 2012, 12:53Maggie,
HA! Corrected. Thank you.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:24I have a few that I really like, it’s hard for me to choose. So I’m going to beat the system. I’m going to vote once from my computer, once from my laptop, once from my phone, once from Mr. Weebles’ computer, once from his laptop, and once from his phone. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!
Posted by Madame Weebles | July 11, 2012, 12:09You’re a sneaky one, MW.
Posted by Brigitte | July 11, 2012, 12:12I just like thwarting Le Clown, Brigitte.
Posted by Madame Weebles | July 11, 2012, 13:29I’m voting more than once as well, mainly because the moniker I chose is unpopular.
Le Clown, Fiona Apple, really?
Posted by Love & Lunchmeat | July 11, 2012, 13:11I think that’s fair, Lovely. Vote early, vote often!
Posted by Madame Weebles | July 11, 2012, 13:28I might have my dog and my dead grandfather vote too.
I think we are introducing Le Clown to the true American way!
Posted by Love & Lunchmeat | July 11, 2012, 13:44Yes!!
Posted by Madame Weebles | July 11, 2012, 13:52L&L,
Fiona? What an amazing artist. So, yes!
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:29Madame Weebles,
Did we fall from the same tree?
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:30It’s the only logical explanation, Le Clown. Same majestic, glorious tree.
Posted by Madame Weebles | July 11, 2012, 13:33Yeah Mme. Weebles!!
Posted by Sword-chinned bitch | July 11, 2012, 17:23Dear clown,
Ahem. I received a gold star. Where’s my suggested name?
Love Dotty xxx
Posted by Dotty Headbanger | July 11, 2012, 12:12Dotty,
Bongo is there. It was added during an “editing” and for some reasons, the poll always takes time to update. Same goes for titles, and stuff.
Your #1 fan,
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:20Dear clown,
It’s not there yet and some votes are already in.
UNFAIR.
Love Dotty xxx
Posted by Dotty Headbanger | July 11, 2012, 12:28Le Clown doesn’t actually believe in democracy.
Posted by meizac | July 11, 2012, 12:37Dear meizac,
That’s because the word has more than two syllables and he hasn’t yet got round to asking TRM what it means.
Love Dotty xxx
Posted by Dotty Headbanger | July 11, 2012, 12:43Dotty,
Best answer of the day.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:55I totally adore lollipoppy as its poppylicious but I was confused between lollipoppy & Poppy Metal Petal
Can’t wait to find out what’s final 
Posted by quod1me4nutrit1me9destruit | July 11, 2012, 12:19U,
It’s sweet isn’t it, Poppy Metal Petal?
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:56Le Clown,
Indeed it is, I hope it gets max votes *evil laugh* although I voted for lollipoppy
Can I give one more vote? Or let try 
x
Posted by quod1me4nutrit1me9destruit | July 11, 2012, 13:07thanks for voting PMP…otherwise known as PIMP…Poppy is all about business.
Posted by Clandestine Cuba | July 13, 2012, 13:23
Posted by quod1me4nutrit1me9destruit | July 16, 2012, 11:50U,I don’t answer to emoticon.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 16, 2012, 17:55Le Clown,
There isn’t any option to upload a photo with a huge smile teehee… but I like your comment =D
U x
Posted by quod1me4nutrit1me9destruit | July 17, 2012, 05:46Such a tough decision, but I ended up voting for a short moniker. After all, Le Clown shouldn’t risk Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by writing his daughter’s name.
Posted by Carrie Rubin | July 11, 2012, 12:48Carrie,
You have my well-being at heart. A true, loving Carnie.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:57FOOW,
You make a convincing argument. You must be a lawyer.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 12:56Why do you insult Fish?
Posted by Fish Out of Water | July 11, 2012, 13:29This was a really tough one! There were so many to choose from, so my head nearly exploded with existential angst. But my vote eventually landed on Lollipoppy. It’s the cutest thing, and it’s really fun to say.
Posted by Sophy | July 11, 2012, 13:13Sophy,
Argh. Lollipoppy. It’s great. But it’s soooo sweet [no pun intended]. May the best one win, I said. So I will stand behind the most voted choice. Yes I will. I can do it.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:28Actually lollipoppy sounds more like a porn name. Just saying. I think it`s better to give her a name that envourages self-esteem and empowerment like the one I came up with…POPPY METAL PETAL…or PMP. (PIMPs have power and self-esteem).
Posted by Clandestine Cuba | July 13, 2012, 13:26I dunno, you might have to combine them…Lollipoppy is very very cute but is missing that edge. The Vociferous Lollipoppy might work. Then she also gets higher stature afforded by ‘The’.
Posted by dinnerversions | July 11, 2012, 13:46DinnerVersions,
Exactly my sentiment! It’s sweet and cute, but that certain edginess is lacking. I adore your suggestion…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:48Oh and check out this great summary of 50 shades of grey. No one needs to read the book now: http://zharptitsa.wordpress.com/2012/05/27/50-redundant-shades-of-hues-and-tints-of-tones-of-gray-or-grey-or-gray/#comment-636
Posted by dinnerversions | July 11, 2012, 13:50DinnerVersions,
Detractors of Fifty Shades of Grey are only supporters of Stephenie Meyer. It’s the absolute truth.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:51Hmmmm….I read 50 Shades (hating it and also compelled to finish it…I sense a similarity here), but haven’t read ANY of the Twilight books. So there!
Posted by dinnerversions | July 11, 2012, 13:58DinnerVersions,
You’re Team Le Bright.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 14:00I’m pretty brilliant actually…..smart enough to not extend my energies thinking up my own clever moniker, just use it to edit other people’s work!
Posted by dinnerversions | July 11, 2012, 14:08DinnerVersions,
Benevolent and magnanimous, that’s what you are.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 14:10May I just plug “The Teetering Pavot” for a moment?
Pavot being French for poppy (silent t) and adding an elegance to the formerly sleepless ones name who is also still teetering on the edge of naughtiness…perfect no?
That being said I also adore Poppy Metal Petal!
Posted by drawandshoot | July 11, 2012, 13:54Karen,
I do have a little je ne sais quoi for your suggestion, being Le French Speaking Clown… And it’s edgy…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 13:57Merci, Le Clown.
Posted by drawandshoot | July 11, 2012, 13:59Le Clown,
I have just voted but knowing my luck…i never win
. My choice is getting a few votes so this election might change my luck
Posted by boomiebol | July 11, 2012, 15:32Boomie,
You won just by commenting on this blog. More than once. It makes you very special. Le Clown says so.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 21:02You are too kind Le Clown…tres very much
. I must say that i mentioned you a terrible post i did today…if your awesomeness has time…check it out…it is a terrible post but i was desperate when i wrote it 
Posted by boomiebol | July 11, 2012, 21:22This sucks. I never saw this post in my (very finicky) reader, so no suggestions from The Mama.
I would have suggested She Who Must Not Be Named…
Posted by Christine | July 11, 2012, 17:05Christine,
It’s true! You are one of my most loyal Carnies. Shame on you?
As for your suggestion, it would have been a worthy contender… I fear though that the She Who Wrote About He Who Must Not Be Named would have asked for royalties…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 17:11I have been having occasional issues with my WP Reader showing me only some of the blogs to which I subscribe. It is frustrating…
Posted by Christine | July 12, 2012, 09:48I just voted but I don’t remember what I voted. I’ve had oral surgery. May the better man win.
Posted by Sword-chinned bitch | July 11, 2012, 17:25Auntie Sandee,
How are you feeling. Did the give you codeine? Or OxyContin? Are you hallucinating? How many fingers?
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 20:59I’m not voting because all elections are rigged.
Posted by Fred | July 11, 2012, 17:37Fred,
You’re not voting because you don’t have the legal age. I’ve met you, and that’s not your real avatar, nor is it your real videos with SSG. Let the truth be known…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 21:01Voted! Some really good suggestions in there.
Posted by Jen and Tonic | July 11, 2012, 18:37Jen,
Pfft. Lollipoppy. I’ll add something like La Cyanide Lollipoppy.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 21:03Dear Le Clown.. oh How I love you but your post title made me vomit maximus(the first part) Lordy leave the politics in the shitter, will ya?
Posted by unfetteredbs | July 11, 2012, 18:41UnfetteredBS,
Nothing says “controversy” like “moniker”, right?
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 18:52laughing… well choosing a new name is a risk
Posted by unfetteredbs | July 11, 2012, 19:08Looks like a clear winner is emerging!
Posted by robincoyle | July 11, 2012, 18:44Robin,
Sigh. Yes. I wish this was a dictatorship……
…………
…………
Le ……. Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 21:04I believe you are the supreme leader here.
Posted by robincoyle | July 11, 2012, 21:21This is a bunch of poppy cock…hey! PoppyCock!
Posted by Dianne Wing | July 11, 2012, 19:12Dianne,
It’s my second post where I speak of Obama, and I’ve been waiting for you, each time. Good to see you around!
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 21:05It sucks that my suggestion “shark bait” and even the one YOU suggested (that flower with the cool name) weren’t included. But I voted anyways. Your welcome.
Posted by writerwendyreid | July 11, 2012, 20:53Wendy,
Sharkbait is Finding Nemo trademarked. And as much as Le Clown is powerful, he wouldn’t fuck with Disney…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 21:06Fair enough. But couldn’t you spell it differently? Shark Bate? or Shark B8? Could you still be held liable?
Posted by writerwendyreid | July 11, 2012, 21:09Bongo is pretty great.
I didn’t get a gold star, but I would’ve gone for “Tiny Geek” (in keeping with the circus theme AND the webiness of it all).
Or “Mlle. Fearless”
Or “Pop Rocks”
Or “Little Miss Cannonball”
Or “La Petite Chaos”
Or “Darling Daredevil”
Posted by saradraws | July 11, 2012, 21:21The Ringmistress,
I feel a Coup in the making….
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 22:33I actually LOVE Pop Rocks!! Le Petite Chaos is cute too.
Posted by Jen and Tonic | July 12, 2012, 02:24Le Petit Chaos. Nailed it! All other suggestions (even my own) overruled.
Posted by DFB | July 12, 2012, 09:08DFB,
I feel a coup d’état coming. Ouch.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 12, 2012, 09:11Le clown,
…the tigers come at night
With their voices soft as thunder
As they tear your hope apart
As they turn your dream to shame…
The Ringmistress and i are building a barricade as you type!
Posted by DFB | July 12, 2012, 14:52DFB,
It happened: My Name is The Ringmistress and This is a Coup.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 18, 2012, 10:33Blast so close to the list yet so far.
Posted by nevercontrary | July 11, 2012, 22:21Never Contrary,
Are you referring to how far your comment is to the actual post?
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 22:34No I meant that my name suggestion failed to be good enough. But I am not very good at creating nick names.
Posted by nevercontrary | July 11, 2012, 22:35Never Contrary,
Disney threatened me. They are one of the only forces Le Clown doesn’t fuck with. And that McDonald’s Dude.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 11, 2012, 22:37Hey, my suggestion’s not doing too bad! And you could always add Le to it, if you wanted another word . . . Le Poppet.
Posted by Angel Fractured | July 11, 2012, 23:31Angel,
You’re doing pretty good… I wonder where this will all go…
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 12, 2012, 17:05Aw, it’s gone from second to third place.
I wonder if I should hit the campaign trail . . . oh, wait, you’d need money for that!
I guess this is strictly a grassroots campaign. Go, poppet, go!
Posted by Angel Fractured | July 12, 2012, 18:35Mine didn’t make it! I spent hours doing research, brought out the dictionary and everything for it! oh well….
I voted for Lollipoppy, its just so cute!
Posted by MissFourEyes | July 11, 2012, 23:55Miss Four Eyes,
I’m sorry, I didn’t think Fifty Shades of Grey was an appropriate moniker.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 12, 2012, 17:06That was a tough decision to make. On one hand, she’s still too cute to be anything but “awesome little kid”. But since that wasn’t an option you gotta with the choice of metal, obviously.
Posted by daddyranman | July 12, 2012, 05:31DaddyRanman,
The Iron Toddler.
Le Clown
Posted by clownonfire | July 12, 2012, 17:06