up,
back into the suit,
the only suit i own,
the wedding suit, the
fancy-dinner suit and more
recently, the funeral suit.
madeline in one of her
new fancy outfits,
walked through mom’s
kitchen, saw a photo on the
fridge.
me.
liz.
grandpa.
2/3 no longer here.
we walked out to
the car.
it’s early morning and
it’s already hotter
than hell.
gonna get really hot,
lots of humidity.
not sure how i dealt
with this for so
many years
(no humidity in the los angeles).
headed to the funeral spot,
the fire station in hopkins.
grandpa was so many
things, but forever
he was a fireman,
for a long time
the mn state fire marshal.
so this was a fitting place
for everyone
to say goodbye.
saw lots of people
i hadn’t seen in years,
some i saw in april,
(got to stop getting together like this).
great tribute to grandpa
and a fitting celebration
afterward with some of
grandpa’s favorite food
and some booze.
after the service
i took some photos
of madeline in her
daddy-purchased outfit
(still proud of myself over this one).
later we headed back
to my former home and
i got out of my suit,
into something a little
less funeral-y,
passed madeline over
to grandma broccoli
and headed to josh and jane’s
to continue
the celebration.
hung out with family and
friends, spending
too much time in the
heat and humidty.
used the groomsmen gifts
given to us by josh
to shoot holes in cans.
then we had some food
and watched the storm
roll in.
the sky turned a color
i haven’t seen in at
least 8 years
(we don’t get these type of epic storms in the los angeles).
said goodbye to everyone
before the
sky got really green,
and headed to the mpls.
for a night of sleep.
quiet time.
no computer.
no tv.
no phone.
(well, i did check my e-mail twice with the bb).
went to bed by 11:00.
first time in like, forever.
hate funerals.
hate thinking about death.
hate the constant reminder that
liz
is not coming back.
somehow still had an
okay day.
tomorrow,
burial.
94 Comments
That storm picture is amazing…we Californians miss out on those cool storms. Maddy looks adorable in her “daddy” outfit. You did good!
once again amazing photography.
do you ever consider moving back to MN, closer to family?
i dreamt of you last night. perhaps i’ll email you and tell you about it.
The storm pictures are incredible! And of course Madeline is as cute as ever! Pink is definitely her color – great job with the outfit!
1. You are an awesome daddy.
2. You are an awesome daddy.
3. Your photography is wonderful.
Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you….Thanks for the updates..Madeline is so sweet and getting so big. You are doing such a wonderful job….I am sorry about all the losses lately…I know it is tough and there are no words, but I wanted to let you know I was praying for you from Dallas….
Those clouds are called Mammatus. Another sign that Momma Liz is with you both everywhere, always. A shitty consolation, but still, it’s something.
(I’d never seen that formation before — it’s relatively rare — but MN skies have been wondrous and bizarre since spring and it’s happened a few times.)
Also, hot damn…your baby is c-u-t-e! Hope the days since the funeral have weighed lighter on your soul and that you’ve both had lots of happy times.
PS: I LOVE the color of that wall (and the paint job is excellent). I think I’m going to do my bedroom in it next week. So add interior design to photography and fashion under your ever-expanding “spheres of influence.”
I love that outfit! You did GREAT!
madeline’s outfit is great, but her expressions are even more great!
love the picture of the spray getting shot out of the can (or through the can – loved physics, but always confused me).
i hope you are having a good day today, matt!
((((hugs))))
Thinking of you as the month of August approaches…
I recently came across your blog. First of all, you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Liz, and your grandpa.
Secondly, I can tell that you are (and will continue to be) a wonderful father to Madeline. It’s obvious that she will learn so much about her mom from you.
Thirdly, it seems as though you have a wonderful support system, and you realize that. It’s clear to see that you are very grateful for that.
Fourthly, your daughter is absolutely beautiful, and your wife was too, both inside and out.
Fifthly, you are a great photographer!
Love the storm picture, it looks like something straight out of a movie!! so cool.
I wish things would lighten up for you, everything has been so heavy on you!! You still soar through everything with such grace and through it all manage to be one of the most amazing parents I have ever had the privelage and accquaintance of knowing!!!
The storm pic is great, We get those storms regularly, but I have yet to get a picture of the clouds that is that good.
Madeline looks fab in her Daddy picked outfit!
Awesome – Celebrating Wes’s Final Alarm. Funerals really do suck, especially since you are reeling from one that came far too early. But I always like sendoffs like that for the elderly.
As for storms – NJ gets the yuck ass humidity and awesome thunderstorms (that get rid of the humidity and help you sleep like a rock)
But midwest storms scare the shit out of me. Doesnt green sky mean tornado?
(again as always, awesome pics)
Wow, those storm pictures are amazing! It really doesn’t look like anything here in California. And that first picture of Madeline looking back at you with those huge blue eyes! She melts my heart. I, too, had a dream about you last night. Weird that I wasn’t the only one.
Glad you are doing well – that baby is the sweetest. You take GREAT photos so I listed you on my blog in the category of “Kickass Photograghers.”
http://meredithkwilliams.wordpress.com
Hugs
Unsure of what to say for comfort lateley, so I haven’t commented for awhile. Lamenting – that the year my dad died everyone in my family lost an uncle when his brother died in July, my mom’s brother died in Sept. and dad died in Oct. – doesn’t seem adequate to compare to all you’ve had to deal with, of course the grief is grief and my minor comfort that year was that things occasionally happen in three’s so i hoped for no more funerals and none happened – I hope the same for you.
Madeline looks divine in her daddy-picked-out-outfit. Peace to you.
thinking of you…
Love the pictures. Don’t you love the Midwest storms?
Madeline looks beautiful. Is her hair a bit reddish? It looks like it in her recent pictures.
Love madeline’s outfit…and those clouds looked majestic, great pics. I think it’s awesome how they chose to honor your grandfather, loved what they wrote on the sign. Again, I am so sorry you have had to go through this again…but I am really glad you had an ok day after all. The days will continue to get better. Praying for ya.
You guys look dashing! i’m so glad you got her the bright colored outfit! It definitely suits her! I just love those big blue eyes!
I’m sorry about your grandpa, but it’s nice knowing he lead such a wonderful life.
Madeline is changing so much! Love the outfit!
What a way to send off your grandpa! So sorry you have to go through this again. Sending you good thoughts and prayers. Love Madeline’s facial expressions….they will only get better!
Amy from Louisville, KY.
I was reading your blog with my 5 month old daughter in my lap, and when we got to the close up pictures of Madeline she got this big ol’ grin. I scrolled away, then scrolled back, and she started grinning like an idiot again. So tell Madeline that Megan in Seattle says, ‘sup?
You’re a wonderful writer and fantastic photographer. Thinking of you and your family.
Good job on the daddy-purchased outfit! She looks super cute in it—of course, she’d look cute in anything. And for what it is worth—I immediately knew why she wore onesies over her pants. My boys were super skinny and I had the same problem–only, I never thought to put the pants under the onesie!! Great idea!—and she looks cute in it, too!
Ugh, funerals SUCK!!!
Maddie is absolutly beautiful!!! I really do think she looks just like her mom.
Matt,
Great pictures! The one with the can exploding is cool. My FIL bought my 10 yr old son a BB gun last month(W/out my permission…)but he is having a blast with it and is responsible. Anyway, Madeline’s dress is fabulous.
Lots of prayers and hugs from OHIO
Take care,
Debbie
i also live on the coast and we don’t get the storms here either (rain forest)..
I miss the epic thunder storms of tornado alley- the colors.. even the smell.
the fear and excitement the energy. the grand flashes and rumbles..
I loved it and like I said – miss it.
I am always thankful when others share storm shots.
Sounds like a day and a half- loads of ups and downs.. and a fitting farewell.
My family is made up of firefighters on my fathers side.. I have long since had loved ones dash out from family meals and know they might not come back..
and when they did come back they were in another world.
Not unlike death and birth.
both move at their own speed.
“I loved you in the morning, our kisses deep and warm,
Your hair upon the pillow like a sleepy golden storm,
Yes many loved before us, I know that we are not new,
In city and in forest they smiled like me and you,
But let’s not talk of love or chains and things we can’t untie,
your eyes are soft with sorrow,
Hey, that’s no way to say goodbye”
-Leonard Cohen.
I’m so amazed every time I visit this site at how open and real you are about your experiences. What a lesson for Madeline as she grows up. She is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing this process with us.
And I’m having a little girl in September – can you tell me where oh where you bought that dress? It’s fantastic.
my Chime .. my babe.
she has a comment today too.
She says she wants to hold that baby..
and that you shouldn’t break your pop.
pop-soda.. i know that is regional.
Your grandpa must have been a hell of a guy. I bet the former MN state fire marshal had an awesome cache of stories; you’ll have to write them down so you can share them with Maddy someday.
The stormy sky photo is awesome. Humidity sucks, but I love those huge Midwestern storms. That don’t involve tornadoes, of course.
I wish I could say something to comfort you and your family during such an awful time, but really, I know words can’t do much. For what it’s worth, you’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
You’ve got a keen eye for fashion, my friend. Miss M’s outfit is fabulous! (And the onesie over the tights does rock. Again, you and your excellent fashion sense.)
xxxxxxx
So sorry for the loss of your Grandpa. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. The Hopkins Fire Dept Sign was very touching! I know what you mean about the weather- everytime we go back we say the same thing (we can’t seem to dry ourselves off when we get out of the shower…the towels and our skin always seems to just stay wet) Same with the winters too…growing up it was the best when the snow was 3/4 up the garage door. Now, I can’t imagine…we’ve gone ‘soft’ in our 8 yrs in CO.
Still reading everyday, not commenting so much. Seems like you have everything under control, you are even picking wonderful clothes.
Just wanted to stop by and say hi and that your strength inspires me.
Thank you
Love that last pic of Madeline, her face is priceless. And she looks adorable in her outfit.
Hope you’re doing okay today. Take care
xx
looking at the pic of Madeline in your lap on the plane; did you ever think she’d almost be TOO long to sit like that?
Those storms clouds are great. We have the humidity in FL but not clouds like that (unless a hurricane/tornado is approaching.
Miss Madeline looks lovely in her daddy-picked outfit. I bet Liz would be proud of how fashion forward you are with her (pants/onsie). She always looks dressed to the nines.
Safe travels back to the LA, I guess you’re proabably already back but you know what I mean.
Look forward to more updates and photos.
It looks like you’re gaining weight! Your face looks so much fuller than previous weeks. And I of course mean this in a very positive way.
I live in Mpls also, and experienced that eery color of the sky Friday. Craziness. There is something about a great storm that makes me happy.
Hope you are having a great day.
Matt-
Liz may not be coming back, but she’s there. Those shots of Madeline… she is looking more and more like Liz everyday. Hold on tight to her.
Have a great day!
PS those storms were way overhyped… but we got a great “sprinkle” huh?
Great pictures again, great shot of, well, the great shot…
Madeline looks great, very alert and happy-baby-ish.
(There is SO such a word.)
Funerals are pish.
I think the movie was “Three Weddings and a Funeral” which sounds so sad, but in your case it’s “Three Funerals and a Wedding”…..an even sadder story. The pics of Madeline are amazing. She is turning into a beautiful little girl and I LOVE the way you dress her. My favorite outfit is still the onsie over the leggings, but this colorful dress is definitely Madeline looking like the super model that she is. You are looking pretty dapper yourself, Matt : ) all dressed up!
When it rains it pours, just remember that everything happens for a reason, no matter how shitty. Matty is starting to look so big, I cant wait till her hair grows long enough for you to learn how to style, the next step in daddy daughter care, lol. Hang in there, your doing a great job!
Hey Matt,
I recently came across your blog and I have got to hand it to you, I love it.
I don’t know if you read these comments or not, but if you do, I would love to tell you my story. I’m 17 and my dad raised me by himself. My mom left when I was 6 and my brother was an infant. If you ever want to know the daughter’s perspective of being raised by her dad than I would be more than happy to share it with you!
I think you are doing an INCREDIBLE job as a dad and it warms my heart to think that there are other dads out there like mine. You and Madeline (Who is adorable) will be so much stronger because of everything. You will be amazed at how strong Madeline turns out to be. I have a lot of suggestions for you for when she gets older, (how to deal with the woman stuff, ect) but the most important one that you can start now is to tell her that you love her everyday.
Best wishes to you,
Kelsey
I, too, have wondered if you have ever considered moving back to MN…….but anyway, I love Madeline’s style, even her blankie is super stylish!!!!
And your photo’s are amazing to look at, I’ve wondered if that has something to do with your career, or is it just your hobby…..
I know the funeral has come and gone, but I wanted to share something funny…we lost my Grandma a couple months back, and about half way through the funeral, my Grandpa started snoring!!!!! It was his nap time, and it gave all us younger folk a giggle!!!!
I hope you got some giggles too, spending time with your family and friends, remembering the good times….
love, peace and prayers to you from Central CA, again
OK I must be having an emotional day…that sign for your grandpa made me tear up big time. Plus I just can’t believe how big and beautiful Madeline is getting. I love bald babies.
I miss those green skies and huge thunderstorms of the Midwest, but I don’t miss the humidity. I lost both my Grandma and Grandpa within four months of each other this year, so I know the feeling. My cousins and I kept complaining that we had to stop meeting under those circumstances. I had to go back to the MN for both of those. I actually cried uncontrollably as we were leaving New Ulm after Grandpa’s funeral because I knew it was probably the last time I would ever be there. I had so many good memories of visiting that tiny little town.
Anyway, hope you’re back safely in the LA. Maddie is just beautiful and she’s absolutely thriving. Don’t let anyone tell you anything other than you are a fantastic dad.
11 weeks and counting ’til the debut of “Peach.” He or she cannot wait for our play date with Maddie!
Hang in there! You’re doing great!
P.S. Glad to see you had a burger and a beer in honor of your grandpa. My cousins, brothers, aunts and uncles and my parents all did the same thing. We had grandpa’s favorite – a bump and a beer – in his honor.
I drove past that sign in Hopkins for your grandpa. I wondered who it was for. What a coincidence. That storm took down the tent for my wedding and knocked out the power in Stillwater. It was crazy! I hope ominous sky was all you got. LOVE the Madeline outfit!
Matt,
LOVE the outfit! You did a great job.
Thank you for your blog. I’ve been reading for over a month now, after a friend forwarded it to me. It’s touched me on many levels. Though the circumstances were difference, we’re dealing with a somewhat similar situation… Our dear friend Julie passed away from cancer last November at the age of 35 leaving behind her husband (our best friend) to raise their three kids — ages 7, 4, and 1.
We’ve witnessed first hand how exhausting this single dad gig can be, so I salute you for all you are managing to accomplish with Madeline, even in the face of such loss and grief.
All the best to you and yours,
Carrie
I lost all four of my grandparents before I hit the age of 23. It was rough. None of my grandparents ever got to meet my current husband, and my child was born 3 years after the last one passed. There’s a sense of tradition across the generations that I will miss. I said all that to say this- it’s totally rad that you get to take Madeline to all of the places that mean something to your family, like the firehouse. My Grandad was a pilot and he built his own little hobby planes. He had a hangar at his house, and it’s where I took my first steps. That house was sold after my grandmother died. (I know I’m rambling, but I’m getting there, I promise.) I’ll never get to take my daughter to that house, and she’ll never get to smell the scent of freshly cut grass and motor oil. Sounds funny, I know…but it’s one of those unique smells that make me remember all of my happiest times.
So, here’s my idea of the week. I think you should put some of Liz’s clothes in an airtight bag to preserve her scent. One of these days, Madeline is going to wonder what her mom smelled like. I think it would be hella cool to be able to show her…
Asalamalaykom,
LOL at Jen’s comment, “Matty is starting to look so big.” I thought she was talking about your weight gain! And I thought it was overly fammilar towards you; creating that nickname. Ya, I read on and realized it was Madeline she meant.
Matty & Maddy? Matt & Madd? M-squared? Matteline? If celebrities can have combo names, like “Brangelina,” then so can you!
My question is: where were the branding irons to emblazon the burgers with the former groomsmen’s initials?
like everyone else, i love the storm picture.
maddy had the cutest expressions!
I love it when my hubby chooses outfits for his girls. Seeing what things he likes to see on them is fun – those daddys have great taste. What a GREAT tribute for your grandpa. I love (is that the appropriate word for this?) going to a funeral when there is so much meaning to where you are and what goes on there. You have been through so many highs and amazing lows this year. Do you subscribe to the thought that you are “only given as much as you can handle”? . . . . .
You should absolutely be proud that you picked out that outfit! It is a fabulous choice!
I’m so sorry about your grandpa. It’s pretty neat that the funeral was at the fire house though! GREAT outfit for Maddie! She looks beautiful in it and it looks nice and cool for the weather.
Also–great storm pics!!
That outfit is amazing. I still can’t get over those big blue eyes! The shots you take are amazing. I keep saying that, but it is true.
I am sorry for all your losses, no one should have to endure this much. Your strength is amazing.
The sky on Friday night was AWESOME!! I was in the car and wanted to take a picture, but didn’t have a camera. The shitty little camera on my phone just didn’t cut it.
I was in the same predicament this morning. On my way into work the coolest clouds were hovering overhead and no camera. It must be so strange not to have midwest style storms. I always laughed at one of my high school friends who moved here from ca. She would have mental breakdowns every time the storm clouds rolled in.
I’m glad you had a nice day in the mn. Hope your week is going well.
I really miss the midwest thunderstorms. There’s nothing quite like them.
Love Madeline’s outfit–she’s the hippest baby I know thanks to her daddy’s fashion sense.
Keeping you two always in my thoughts!
What a wonderful tribute to your grandpa to have the funeral at the fire house. My dad is a fireman (retiring soon, we hope) and even in my 30′s I love going to the fire station with him. My husband recently climbed up on a fire truck for the first time and it was so strange to me, because climbing on the trucks was such a big part of my childhood. Anyway, I think that was a very sweet and loving way to say goodbye.
Your pictures really are great. You need to share with us what kind of equipment you use. We’re in the market for a digital SLR and could use the recommendation.
Amazing shot of the storm rolling in. Your pictures have inspired me to improve my own photography skills…my husband is teaching me the basics on his old Pentax manual SLR. It’s really fascinating, and definitely feels like more than just being in the right place at the right time (although that is a pretty big part of getting a great shot!).
So sorry that you have lost your grandfather. He sounds like he was an admirable man, one whom you looked up to. The photo of his farewell sign was very touching.
Now, Ms. Madeline…she’s looking absolutely adorable! She’s got the cute chunky-baby look going on…(and I can say that ’cause I have my own chunktastic kid). Seriously, she looks very healthy and happy.
Haven’t had a chance to say so yet…but good for you on the tattoos. Aren’t you SO glad you remembered to grab an example of Liz’s handwriting?
Hope the rest of your trip was good. Still sending {{{hugs}}} from the ATL.
Great photos, loved the new outfit. She is so pretty. You are doing great, so sorry you have to go through this again. My thoughts are with you and the little one.
Sorry to waste space with another post. After I wrote the last one, I went out to work on my garden. It struck me that perhaps I didn’t properly word what I was thinking before – I asked if you subscribe to the notion of you are “only given as much as you can handle”? If you do, do you feel like you are at your max? My husband always says that I come up with some strange things to ask people (perhaps that is why he will never stop at the Amish jam/jelly stands when I ask. He is frightened at what I might ask and how long we could be stuck there). I digress. I just really, truly want to understand people and their feelings. . . Ugh, I still am making little sense. Is it beer-thirty yet?
That’s it. No more funerals, damnit. Matt needs a break. You hear me, whoever is in charge of this shit? I mean it.
On another note, I hope you have a credit card that gives you frequent flier miles. At this rate, you will be able to travel all over the world for free when Maddy gets a bit older.
who said men don’t know fashion? that outfit couldn’t be any cuter on that little body!
@Hawkfeather: My mom use to sing that song to me when I was a baby. I heard it the other day and thought of Matt and Maddy too.
You just can’t beat that awesome green midwest hue of the sky when a storm is coming in.
Madeline’s outfit is adorable.
Matt: I love it Madeline is a world (CA–MN) traveler!! LOVE IT LOVE IT! Totally sucks you had had 3 funerals!
My condolences to you for the death of your grandpa.
I love the way you and your family and friends celebrated his life with some of his favorite things: good food and booze.
I don’t know how I came across your site, but I visit it daily now. Madeline is just a tad younger than my own daughter (she was born 3/5) and I enjoy seeing her grow, and reading about your adventures as her daddy.
Also, any chance you can tell me where her outfit is from? Love it!
Love your suit…and Madeline’s of course. But let’s not see it for a long time! Unless, it’s a wedding or something happy….
Thank you for sharing your life with us…
Will you share where you got that precious outfit as well???
Thank you for sharing your life with us.
Will you also share where you got that precious outfit on Madeline?
I love the outfit Miss M. Your daddy has good taste!
anon in The Raleigh. Hey neighbor!
He shared where the dress came from in an earlier post.
http://www.peekarentyoucurious.com/
I am tempted as well. It is so cute!
Thanks for the cool pictures of the weather. They are awesome. I love midwest storms.
Fantastic post, Matt. I love the tribute to your grandpa on the Firehouse sign.
so sorry for another loss in your life.
little miss M is looking more alert everyday. Her little personality will become more alive by each day and she will only make you smile and laugh a little more. Enjoy your little squirt..she is an angel.
you pick out some of the most awesome outfits ever. she looked absolutely gorgeous.
The new daddy outfit is so cute….she looks precious!! Love the pics of the cans….cool!!
Great photos, I see marissa had a dream of you last night. Funny , I had a dream of Madeline and you also. All good my friend. Hope you are enjoying your friends in the mn. I went to school in Hopkins, way back when Eisenhower was a high school!
Hi Molly! I looked on that website before I wrote that in the post to make sure and I didn’t see it there…maybe it’s just not on their site??
I had the same thought as one of the posters above – it’s been a fucked-up, inverted “Four Weddings and a Funeral” kind of year for you, with a bonus track of World’s Cutest Baby. Bleeurgh. Hang in there, petal. I’m so sorry about your Grandpa – the remark about the photo on your Mum’s fridge caught in my throat and stop in my tracks.
So I know madeline is still really small for Kids TV shows, but as I was watching my 2 year old cousin this morning we began to watch a show on NIck jr. that she seemed to love and I instantly thought of you and madeline…mainly because one of the main characters is a talking robot, and it’s incredibly musical. I won’t lie to you I had fun watching it:) It’s called Yo Gabba Gabba, weird name, I know, but it seems cute…Just thought I’d share:)
You take some awesome photos!!!
Maddy reminds me of my daughter . . . BALD!!!
My girl is nearing one year and is finally starting to show the signs of getting hair!
Put the suit away – I don’t want to see you in it again for a very long time!!!
*gasp* I love that Sarah in Ireland (hi, Sarah!) called you “petal”! That is magnificent! I’m gonna borrow that, just as I often now utilize “fuct” as provided by Hawkfeather. I’m getting so much good material from all these posters! And don’t even get me *started* on “dickey belly”! BWHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
p.s. Hi, Matt!
Hope this day finds you well.
xoxoxoxoxo
I drove past the Hopkins fire dept. last friday on my way home from work. Was wondering who Wes was and debated honking my horn in honor but didn’t know if it would be appropriate or disrupt the service.
I’ve been following your story for quite awhile and this is an amazing gift to Madeline. She is so loved and will have a journal of her younger days. Each day will help her know her mother even more, and also further demonstrate her father’s love.
@ Matt–Pssst…hey…typically people EMPTY the cans before shooting at them. I’m just sayin’. Thank God it wasn’t BEER…although anyone who would be caught dead drinking beer from a can probably deserves to have it shot through anyway.
I had breakfast with a dear friend this morning whose husband died of cancer when their son was five. It’s been a few years now, and she’s come out the other side. The amazing thing is, nothing seems to faze her anymore…things that would have the rest of us down in the dumps or bothered by life just roll off her back. Our theory is that she has already faced the worst life has to offer and come out the other side…what could be worse than what she’s already been through…?
So my hope for you is that someday, probably far in the future, you’ll be able to look back at 2008 and see it as the year life threw the worst it has to offer at you…and the year you survived it all.
Kris’s post reminds me of a funny story. (Yeah. I’m full of ‘em.) I hope it puts a smile on your face this AM:
My first daughter was a total cue ball — all she had for a long, long time was a beautiful (but nearly invisible) coating of white blonde fuzz on her head. By the time she was turning two, it had FINALLY grown enough where it could actually lift off her scalp, or — gasp! — move around in a breeze.
So on the morning of her 2nd birthday party, while I was getting her dressed (and mostly for my own amusement), I said “Maybe you should wear your hair differently today.” Her eyes got really wide and she started to get upset. “Nooo!” she said, “I want to keep it on my head!!!”
Her expression is priceless. Like she’s blinded by all the patterns! Your little one is so cute.
hey, if I ever need a second shooter.. I am calling you.. Ha! good stuff.. sorry about all the funerals.. that just sucks.. thanks for still sharing your story.. it’s time for another shoot, I need to get my monthly dose of her..
~g
I’m sorry for your loss, Matt.
Matt-
Lovely photos, as always.
Has anyone ever told you that you look just like the actor Peter Krause? Well, I think you do.
-Katie
@Kate in the Northridge: petal away, petal! It’s served me well for a good few years now…
Wow…we don’t get storms or colors like that in Georgia, either. Awesome sky!
i’ve been lurking on your blog for weeks now, but just wanted to say that you are doing such an amazing job with everything. my heart breaks a little everytime i read the blog though b/c i see a lot of me and my husband when you describe your relationship with liz. and that is just tough.
i can only imagine how proud liz is of you, at how well you’re raising madeline. she is such a lucky little girl to have you as her dad. lots of love and hugs to the both of you.
p.s. you are doing a great job picking out clothes for miss madeline! the dress she had on today is super cute. she is totally the envy of the baby world.
jeez… so many weddings & so many funerals.
: (
sorry for your losses this year.