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By: Michelle (in the az)

Michelle (in the az) — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 03:38:32 +0000

Could I be more touched? I’ve cried so many tears for you, for Liz, for Madeline. I cry even more tears because she has such an amazing father. I think the robot would be really good at consoling me. If he ever wants to visit Scottsdale, please tell him robot hospitality is my specialty. Oh, you and Madeline are welcome too!

By: Melody

Melody — Sun, 11 May 2008 03:27:37 +0000

Tomorrow I will celebrate the memory of my mom AND Liz. In addition, I’ll be thinking of the mom’s in your life (grandma broccoli & grandma candee), and of course, Madeline. Oh, and last but not least, I’ll pray that you know what an amazing daddy you are. Actually, I do that everyday. Take good care.

By: Rick Mirau

Rick Mirau — Sun, 11 May 2008 02:38:36 +0000

Hi Matt, We have about 25 of Liz’s relatives up here at the cabin and I thought I would drop you a line. Tommy and I are going back and forth with our phones, sharing the latest and greatest, and I just wanted you to know how much I appreciate you giving us a glimpse into your life. I hope the days are getting a little easier and it is now official; you have the cutest baby on the web. Take care, much love,

Rick

By: Laurie from MN

Laurie from MN — Sun, 11 May 2008 02:17:55 +0000

Just have to comment on the “is that a baby”? I used to get approached in the stores all the time with my infant daughter (dressed in pink) with “Oh, what a cute little boy or what is your son’s name” I used to think to myself, “come here so I can hit you again with this stupid stick”

Glad you had a few great days with your friends. They seem to be an amazing support system for you and Madeline.

Happy Mother’s Day tomorrow, we wil be thinking of you.

By: Stella T.

Stella T. — Sat, 10 May 2008 23:56:41 +0000

even though it made you sad.. i think it’s really nice/good/?? that you went to the restaurant that has so much meaning for you.

By: Amber H

Amber H — Sat, 10 May 2008 23:55:03 +0000

I was blessed with a link to your story today and i’m amazed! You can feel the love for your wife and your baby through every word you write. Your wife was blessed to be loved as much as you loved her. We all can only hope for that kind of love. Many prayers headed your way.

Amber

By: Jass

Jass — Sat, 10 May 2008 23:11:00 +0000

Hi Matt,

I have been coming on here for about two weeks now. And I have to say that you are doing a wonderful job being Madeline’s daddy.

I have to share with you that my dad lost his mom when he was a baby. He was raised by his dad, close family and friends. And he is an amazing dad to me and my brother. Just recently my grandpa passed away, and we all went back to Europe where we are from, and paid our respects to the man who was a great father to my dad and grandpa to us. I also learned so much about my grandmother through pictures and stories I have never had a chance to learn about. It was an amazing experience.

So with that I wanted to say that keeping this blog, stories and most importantly pictures of Liz for Maddy will mean a lot to Madeline when she gets older.

Big hugs to you, and again I am so sorry for your loss.

By: Christine in Atlanta GA

Christine in Atlanta GA — Sat, 10 May 2008 23:07:51 +0000

Hi Matt, I was so happy to read that you have had some fun times, as well as sad times, too, this week. It is so incredibly healthy, I think, to let yourself feel the emotions you are feeling, whether they be sad or happy. I have been divorced for some time now, and it does not compare at all to what you are going through now, but I also went through grief when I went through that experience. It was the loss of the life I had dreamed of for myself and my children, and I had to build a new life. I had good days and bad, and eventually the good days outnumbered the bad. If I was sad, I cried. The only way past it is through it. So, I guess what I am trying to say, is, keep doing what you are doing. You are so strong. And it sounds like you have a great support system.
Madeline has the bluest eyes! She is such a cute baby, and it is obvious that she is thriving in your care.

Take care of you, and I hope you are having a good weekend.

By: natalie

natalie — Sat, 10 May 2008 22:42:20 +0000

Keep up the good work…do something fun tomorrow.

By: Cathy

Cathy — Sat, 10 May 2008 22:41:48 +0000

Matt,

I found your blog a little while back, but was unable to respond until today. I cannot imagine that I can say anything that hasn’t already been said in here or to you personally. What has happened to you, Madeline, and Liz, is absolutely heartbreaking. I cannot imagine what you must be going through. I will tell you, though, that I have been in awe, and amazed at your blogs. I think that its absolutely wonderful that you can share this amazing journey of youurs with all of us.I imagine on some level, its also very theraputic for you. Madeline is absolutely beautiful, and seems to have a very strong, loving, courageous father. I am sure this is an especially difficult time for you with Mother’s Day being tomorrow. But I have to say that I believe that Liz would be so proud of you and Madeline. You are doing a great job! Thank you for putting yourself out there on your blogs so that we all may share in the experience. It’s been very amazing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. CATHY