"Well, she might be pissed we didn't discuss it with her first, but she'll be happy for us. And she already likes you more than she ever liked Amanda, so you've already got that going for you." Lucille had never tried to keep her dislike of Amanda a secret. They constantly butted heads the whole time Amanda and Daniel were together. Maybe Daniel should've heeded his Ma's advice and steered clear of her. But then he wouldn't have his wonderful kids.
"Plus, it'll give her an excuse to buy a new hat..."