Comments on: monday – 5-week birthday.

By: Porscha Butler

Porscha Butler — Wed, 20 May 2009 17:36:56 +0000

Mat,

I know it’s been a while since you posted this but here I am, finding out about your family story for the first time and crying in front of my computer at work. You are an amazing man and I wish all the best for you and Madeline. Thanks for sharing this incredibly personal story.

By: Esh

Esh — Mon, 04 May 2009 10:16:09 +0000

I just have to read an older post to remind myself how far you guys have come!
Love you both!

By: Chibi Amy

Chibi Amy — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:55:40 +0000

I just wanted to let you know, I’ve been reading your blog, and my prayers are with you. I hope you have an amazing Christmas knowing there are so many people who care about you and your daughter! *hugs*

By: mama's losin' it

mama's losin' it — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 05:30:52 +0000

I’m catching up. Crying. And catching up.

By: Linda Hinz

Linda Hinz — Mon, 12 May 2008 02:38:15 +0000

Dear Matt,
I ran into Liz’s aunt, Penny Fick, this evening at Olive Garden. She told me that Liz was her niece. (Richard and Penny’s son, Jeff, is a good friend of my son, Dusty.) I had already read the article about you and the tragedy of losing your wife in the Minneapolis Star Tribune but didn’t know it was Penny’s niece. I am so sorry for your loss and just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Linda Hinz

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 01 May 2008 19:09:48 +0000

PS, I was reminded today by reading about infants – that after month 4 the crying mellows out. That was the case with both Boogie & Amadeus. Hang in there…

Hugs,

By: Heather

Heather — Thu, 01 May 2008 19:03:29 +0000

I’ve been in training again today. I took two tests so that I can assist at Amadeus’ daycare. You know what that means? I have the papers to prove that I am capable and more than happy to help you out with Madeline. Also, a resume that will tell you that I can handle anyone elses paperwork in this world but my own. Would love to help you. Also, I’m becoming good at fighting crime.

Hugs to you and Madeline, thinking of you both all the time!

Cousin H

By: Dad Stuff

Dad Stuff — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 19:35:11 +0000

Cry it out, Baby!
I just heard of your story and can’t imagine your feelings. Keep writing if it helps.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:20:40 +0000

So glad the site is back up so I can get back to mourning and marveling with you. Missed you guys.

By: Hawkfeather

Hawkfeather — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:39:02 +0000

more tricks and tips..
a never fail for daddy and babe at our house- was to hold baby in your arm a la the ‘football hold”
babe facing the floor lying across your bent arm- your hand cupping her diaper and her head resting in your elbow.. walk- bounce- back pats.

i found wiht my youngest too- sometimes when nothing else worked- and burping failed me- farting was the next best deal. usually by laying her on her back on the bed or couch in front of me and bending her knees up to her chest.. or rubbing her tum in an upside down *u*.. from one hip up to her upper tummy and down to the other side..
but i guess they just cry. seems only fair.

Look at all yer comments! such pretty faces sure do deserve to be seen by all.