Comments on: sunday. http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/ life and death. all in a 27-hour period. what you read here is what follows. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:55:45 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: Candice http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-8557 Candice Mon, 05 May 2008 00:15:35 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-8557 I remember all too well what it was like seeing my husband's death spread across the news for a week. For me, it made the experience seem even more surreal and out of body, like it was happening to someone else and not me. The shock and denial were so unbelievably strong, and seeing my story in a public forum made them even more acute. I was so grateful for the news stories at the time, though, because somehow it seemed that my husband's tragedy was truly tragic enough to make it on the news...which was an entirely warped view, but it still brought comfort. But it is definitely weird to see yourself on a newsstand...and it's even weirder when it goes away. My thoughts go out to you, my friend. And thank you for sharing your story with the newspaper too; it's a beautiful article and tribute. I remember all too well what it was like seeing my husband’s death spread across the news for a week. For me, it made the experience seem even more surreal and out of body, like it was happening to someone else and not me. The shock and denial were so unbelievably strong, and seeing my story in a public forum made them even more acute. I was so grateful for the news stories at the time, though, because somehow it seemed that my husband’s tragedy was truly tragic enough to make it on the news…which was an entirely warped view, but it still brought comfort. But it is definitely weird to see yourself on a newsstand…and it’s even weirder when it goes away. My thoughts go out to you, my friend. And thank you for sharing your story with the newspaper too; it’s a beautiful article and tribute.

]]> By: Dawn http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-8103 Dawn Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:06:02 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-8103 Matt- You're Mom was in my work on Friday and told us what had happened . She had me in tears. Just breaks my heart. Then I read the blog, then the Star tribune. So I cried all weekend. I am the same age as Liz and am planning on having children in the near future. I can't put in words how sorry I am for you. Madeline is beautiful and at least you have a constant reminder of her! Wishing you the best of luck! Matt- You’re Mom was in my work on Friday and told us what had happened . She had me in tears. Just breaks my heart. Then I read the blog, then the Star tribune. So I cried all weekend. I am the same age as Liz and am planning on having children in the near future. I can’t put in words how sorry I am for you. Madeline is beautiful and at least you have a constant reminder of her! Wishing you the best of luck!

]]> By: Lynne http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-8051 Lynne Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:48:24 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-8051 I read about your story in the strib -- I don't pretend to understand what you are going through, but my thoughts and prayers are with you. You are doing a fabulous job. Take care yourself and that beautiful baby. I read about your story in the strib — I don’t pretend to understand what you are going through, but my thoughts and prayers are with you. You are doing a fabulous job. Take care yourself and that beautiful baby.

]]> By: Lynn http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-8047 Lynn Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:26:33 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-8047 I actually read Liz's obituary in the ST 2 weeks ago and mourned with you, even though I didn't really know what happened. I was shocked, then, to read your story on the cover last Sunday. Your story is so sad, yet so moving. Luckily, Madeline will always have Liz's genes, and you will always have some memories to share with her. I actually read Liz’s obituary in the ST 2 weeks ago and mourned with you, even though I didn’t really know what happened. I was shocked, then, to read your story on the cover last Sunday. Your story is so sad, yet so moving. Luckily, Madeline will always have Liz’s genes, and you will always have some memories to share with her.

]]> By: Steve http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-8030 Steve Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:40:37 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-8030 Hi Matt and Madeline, I saw your story on the Strib Online. Your story touches me in many, many ways. I'm a parent of a 20 year old and 17 year old-and about to be a grandfather in a couple of months thanks to my son and his fiancee`. I'm a pediatric nurse, and my wife is a funeral director. I'm sad to see that you have had to deal with my wife's profession about your wife. I cannot begin to tell you how badly I feel for yours and Madeline's loss. I'm a phone triage nurse. I work on the phone with new dad's all of the time. If you have questions, you can certainly contact me via rugbyrn60@aol.com, or via my blog that is attached with this posting. Your baby looks wonderful. Eventhough my two kids are pretty old, I remember them as infants like it was yesterday. Some of my favorite memories of my kids as infants was doing the 2 or 3 AM feedings while watching Aussie Rules football, or some other esoteric sport on ESPN. It was great bonding time. I think the toughest thing for any new parent is the sleep deprivation. Don't be afraid to hit up your friends and family to watch your baby a couple of hours here and there. You would be amazed at how much people want to help a new parent. I wish you all of the best at what can only be described as a very bittersweet time in your young life. Good luck to you both. Hi Matt and Madeline,
I saw your story on the Strib Online. Your story touches me in many, many ways. I’m a parent of a 20 year old and 17 year old-and about to be a grandfather in a couple of months thanks to my son and his fiancee`. I’m a pediatric nurse, and my wife is a funeral director. I’m sad to see that you have had to deal with my wife’s profession about your wife. I cannot begin to tell you how badly I feel for yours and Madeline’s loss.
I’m a phone triage nurse. I work on the phone with new dad’s all of the time. If you have questions, you can certainly contact me via rugbyrn60@aol.com, or via my blog that is attached with this posting.
Your baby looks wonderful. Eventhough my two kids are pretty old, I remember them as infants like it was yesterday. Some of my favorite memories of my kids as infants was doing the 2 or 3 AM feedings while watching Aussie Rules football, or some other esoteric sport on ESPN. It was great bonding time. I think the toughest thing for any new parent is the sleep deprivation. Don’t be afraid to hit up your friends and family to watch your baby a couple of hours here and there. You would be amazed at how much people want to help a new parent. I wish you all of the best at what can only be described as a very bittersweet time in your young life. Good luck to you both.

]]> By: Michelle http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-8002 Michelle Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:54:57 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-8002 Matt & Madeline, I was getting cash at a Super America in Mendota Heights when I saw the frontpage of the strib...and stopped in my tracks. Bought the paper and read your story in my car and cried. I am deeply touched by your courage. You are finding the strength from deep within to be an amazing daddy. Good job! Madeline is blessed to come from such a beautiful and charismatic mommy, and will be blessed to learn from such a courageous, loving, smart, and creative daddy. God bless you both... P.S....My husband and our 3 kids recently returned to the mn from just north of San Diego....hope you and Madeline make it back here someday, too (despite this miserable winter...). Matt & Madeline,
I was getting cash at a Super America in Mendota Heights when I saw the frontpage of the strib…and stopped in my tracks. Bought the paper and read your story in my car and cried. I am deeply touched by your courage. You are finding the strength from deep within to be an amazing daddy. Good job! Madeline is blessed to come from such a beautiful and charismatic mommy, and will be blessed to learn from such a courageous, loving, smart, and creative daddy. God bless you both…

P.S….My husband and our 3 kids recently returned to the mn from just north of San Diego….hope you and Madeline make it back here someday, too (despite this miserable winter…).

]]> By: tina http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-7998 tina Mon, 28 Apr 2008 18:57:09 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-7998 I have been thinking about u non stop since i seen u in the paper yesterday, and your baby is beautiful. I am from minnesota and almost 30, sept. 14. i will be, i also have a daughter she is 1 and 4 months, u seem to being doing a great job with her, and its nice u have so much help. I know from experience it isn't easy, but its worth it, they are such a joy. i will be thinking about u, and i will talk to u again, maybe meet u when u come back to minnesota. Give madeline lots of hugs and kisses for me. I have been thinking about u non stop since i seen u in the paper yesterday, and your baby is beautiful. I am from minnesota and almost 30, sept. 14. i will be, i also have a daughter she is 1 and 4 months, u seem to being doing a great job with her, and its nice u have so much help. I know from experience it isn’t easy, but its worth it, they are such a joy. i will be thinking about u, and i will talk to u again, maybe meet u when u come back to minnesota. Give madeline lots of hugs and kisses for me.

]]> By: laura http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-7982 laura Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:53:07 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-7982 went to the memorial - sat on the floor under the guest book cried lots. you are a strong man with the support of many. the outpouring of tears and laughter was quite a site despite the falling snow!!! iI think of the wedding and you and liz as a newly married couple and smile at the memories. all the best to you, madeline and your groovy familiies. liz is looking down with pride on all of you. went to the memorial – sat on the floor under the guest book cried lots. you are a strong man with the support of many. the outpouring of tears and laughter was quite a site despite the falling snow!!! iI think of the wedding and you and liz as a newly married couple and smile at the memories. all the best to you, madeline and your groovy familiies. liz is looking down with pride on all of you.

]]> By: Lyndsey Lang-Morson http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-7981 Lyndsey Lang-Morson Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:33:54 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-7981 Matt- I came across your story in the Star Tribune. It has been so many years since I saw you last. We met in junior high and you were a wonderful friend. You are one of the kindest people I have ever met...you will be a wonderful father. I am so sorry for your loss. Losing someone you love as much as you loved Liz is a horrible thing. Madeline is such a lucky girl to have a dad like you. You will teach her to love and laugh at the world around her. My thoughts are with you. Matt-
I came across your story in the Star Tribune. It has been so many years since I saw you last. We met in junior high and you were a wonderful friend. You are one of the kindest people I have ever met…you will be a wonderful father.
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing someone you love as much as you loved Liz is a horrible thing.
Madeline is such a lucky girl to have a dad like you. You will teach her to love and laugh at the world around her.
My thoughts are with you.

]]> By: Nancy http://www.mattlogelin.com/archives/2008/04/27/sunday-3/comment-page-1/#comment-7958 Nancy Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:20:40 +0000 http://www.mattlogelin.com/?p=135#comment-7958 Like a lot of other people commenting, I read the Strib article, then checked out your blog. It has moved me to tears. Liz was amazing; I wish I could have known her. And you're amazing. I'm so sorry for your loss. Best of everything to you and Madeline. Like a lot of other people commenting, I read the Strib article, then checked out your blog. It has moved me to tears. Liz was amazing; I wish I could have known her. And you’re amazing. I’m so sorry for your loss. Best of everything to you and Madeline.

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