how about i
just tell you when
madeline doesn’t sleep through
the night?
(’cause she did again today).
today’s gonna be a busy day
at home.
had breakfast with our friends
after they posed
with the robot.
then we had
a bunch of visitors.
auntie patty and uncle dave,
in town from the nv,
stopped by to meet madeline
and the robot
they also talked to me
a little bit.
later new friend antonia
stopped by with some
gifts for madeline
and me, as well
as some cookies.
once again,
she was here to
meet the robot.
later auntie aislinn stopped
by and held my baby
as we talked about
liz.
realized that
liz
would have been
pissed about all these
visitors seeing our
house in its current state
(a total fucking mess),
but i figure she’d
understand under the
circumstances so i tried
to not feel too bad.
said goodbye to the visitors
and spent a few minutes
alone with madeline.
then it was time
to meet with our friends,
to hang out with them
on their last
evening in town.
they wanted to do
something a little touristy,
so we headed up
mullolland drive to get
a view of the city.
took a few photos of our
friends and
got madeline out of
her car seat long enough
to get a couple of
great shots of us.
finished up and headed
back to the car.
saw some young dudes with
some hair straight
from the mid-80s sunset strip.
so, so awesome.
drove back home, taking
the long route
down highland
to sunset and back
to the house.
had a nice dinner
then said goodbye
to our friends,
wishing them a safe
flight back to the midwest.
sat with madeline
and listened to one
of my new fav.
songs play over and over.
(swear i should have written parts of it).
madeline slept hard.
i went to bed relatively early,
knowing that the coming week
is going to be nutz.
not a bad day.
55 Comments
Sounds like your day was good! Overall they seem to be getting a little better. Will listen to your new favorite song later – you’ve introduced us all to some great (and some not so great
music.
That robot gets around.
He’s a player!
Cheers.
PS. Fuck THE asshats
The pork rules
Wow, that’s a lot of visitors! Yay for longer periods of sleep for Madeline! Except, I’d often find I would still wake up at the usual times and never fall back asleep…until she started to wake.
Who wants to clean house when the days are long and beautiful? Or when you have such a lovely baby and nice friends that stop by? Not me either. I hope the rest of the week is going well. It looks a little warm there, it is here too, 90 today.
Great pics!! Those dudes from Hollywood. Were they all dressed in “Poison” like clothes? I saw these same guys 3 weeks ago at the Saddle Ranch!! LOL They rocked their look! Swore I was back in 1982.
I want my picture with the robot and with the dude with the hair from ‘82!!! I’m glad it was a good day for you and Maddy!
I think Madeline needs to pass some of her sleeping through the night knowlege to my daughter, who stopped sleeping through the night around Madeline’s age.
Hmm, play with the baby or clean the house. Baby wins all the time at my place. Which is why we need to do some serious cleaning before Nana comes to babysit on Saturday.
Wait a minute, you have a robot. Put that slacker to use! Show him reruns of “The Jetsons” and make him take notes about all the things that Rosie did for that family.
I am so glad that Madeline is sleeping through the night for you…..awesome! I have some friends that have 2 years olds that still do not sleep through the night. Do not worry about the messy house, quality time with the little one trumps a messy house any day!
Matt- you guys have been busy! Hope all goes well the next few weeks, my husband and I are leaving for Peru today. We will think of you and Madeline. Hugs. Rian
She is sleeping thru the night…wonderful! Love the pics as always! Cracked up at those dudes! Sounds like an overall good day!
Halloween costume idea for the robot: throw a wig on him (?) like the hair on one of those dudes.
Hope you’re enjoying your nutzy week.
@Amy: I’m one of those lucky people who has a two year old that generally doesn’t sleep through the night and I now have a 3 month old who also wakes up occasionally, although usually less than my two year old. Anyway, Matt, you are so lucky to have such a good sleeper. I hope she keeps it up for you! Glad you seem to be having good days!
I listened to the song.
Now I gotta re-do my goddamn make-up.
*mascara running down my face*
Long-time lurker, first time commenting. How did you find that song? You really could have written it….beautiful.
Hang-in…
What kind of “offers” has the robot been receiving?? Certainly he is getting his fair share.
I think that was Joe Dirt driving by. Love the van/convertible. Best of both worlds.
Madeline- as beautiful as ever!
Don’t sweat the dirty house….you’re spending quality time with your daughter, friends and in getting bits and pieces of yourself back. I wanted to say too, Kudos to you for getting out there and doing various “stuff” all the time. I’m a mom of four, and I find myself stuck in the house quite often, with a case of the doldrums. (if I had more $$$, I’d probably do more going out and about, but that’s another story!) I also think that your ease and frequency with traveling and taking Madeline places every day will really help her with being easily adaptable to all kinds of people and situations, and that’s a wonderful thing. I have a neighbor who never takes her children anywhere except the doctor. They are strange, unfriendly little people and she doesn’t see that!
That said…my kids have been trying to work on a little something for your sweet princess, but it’s not going as quickly as we had anticipated!
I hope you’re having a fabulous day today and that you will soon be able to enjoy those luxurious extended hours of sleep that you should be!
lol @ 80’s hair.
Love it.
wow, i just listened to ‘damn this feeling’..what a song. don’t worry so much about the house..taking care of madeline is more important than a clean house. and kudos to you, madeline, for sleeping so well!
Beautiful song. This is, I’m sure, a cliche you’ve heard a million times, but please, please, *please* don’t damn the beginning of your healing. There’s nothing your wife would’ve wanted more for you and your beautiful daughter, nor anything you and others who have lost so much deserve more than healing. There will always be scars, but allow yourself to stop picking the scabs. Just because you’re not openly bleeding doesn’t mean you’ve forgotten or that all the pain has gone away – it just means you’ve found enough peace to start moving again.
Yikes. Hair like that still exists…?
love the Hayden tune…i’ve been listening to his More Than Alive over and over….
Awesome song. I’m thoroughly impressed that Maddy is sleeping through the night. I was wondering if the Dr. gave the go ahead for cereal at your 4 month visit? That is a very exciting milestone, but will bring on a new task for you to master.
I didn’t even bother to comment yesterday. Good God you’re so controversial….only kidding. You do know how to get people talking. Hope all goes well this week. Hope you had a not-too-shitty Tuesday.
Another lurker-first-time-commenter (?). Sounds like the days are getting a little better…which I hope continues a little every day. Maddy is gorgeous, her smile lights up the picture for sure. You are blessed to have so many caring friends. Keep on…
I bet your house isn’t as much of a shithole as this place, and we REALLY don’t have any excuses. Other than having hundreds of kids. two VERY full time jobs, both adults are completely domestica-phobic and also very much air-heads. Oh, and very messy too. Matt, have I lost the plot … or what is your job? You seem a bit creative in the pix that you take … is that what you do for a living? Or are you on ‘maternity’ leave? Forgive me if I sound dumb, things are probably different over there compared to here. I had nine months with my little girl, then it was back to work. What about you? Hmm… maybe I should go back to minding my own business now. What is it about you two that is so intriguing? I actually go onto your blog about four times a day … ok I am a little obsessive anyway, but its like I have to keep checking you guys are ok. I think its called ‘virtual mothering’!
whoa….just read the lyrics….eerie…
so if it isn’t too personal…
do you fear the healing??? I found that when I lost my mom, I almost felt guilty about having great days. Can’t explain it, but it took a while to realize that couldn’t continue. Excuse the personal question; hard to know the limits of this crazy little universe you have created………………………..
Wait- are those guys in a convertable van? I have never seen one of those here in the MN…
Cleaning is for girls……………….or for boys as a last resort. I say this as my own bomb site awaits. And I also have visitors tomorrow, one who has the cleanest house in the world, or at least in Leamington Spa, and the others are my in-laws, always impressing them!
Top pictures of you and Madeline looking over the city.
a cuss-o-meter? fuckin’ a…
Babies sleeping through the night is a beautiful thing. Hopefully you’ll do the same soon too.
Hiya Mateo,
As a former Valley Girl (for sure!), I can’t tell you how much I enjoy seeing the pictures you’ve taken around the LA – brings back alot of fond memories. And only there would you see dudes still sporting 80’s hair. If it were the South methinks you’d see lotsa mullets…….
Okey dokey – so the GG is a sleepin’ fool – count your blessings! Prolly worn out from all the visitors and field trips – not a bad thing.
Re the state of your house – fuck it. As long as you don’t have cockroaches and science projects growing in your fridge it’s all good! Quality time with Maddy is much more important, and I’m quite sure your guests could give a rat’s ass about your housekeeping abilities.
Heavy song there, Matt. I can see why you can relate to it big time. I’m not really sure about your musical tastes, but there’s a song by Seether that makes me think about you when I hear it – “Rise Above This”.
Hang tough, bud.
Tracey
Looks like a great day! Love the 80’s guys! You do have to stop showing pictures of that damn robot, I think I am getting a crush on him. (insert snarky laugh here)
I am certain that in my former life I was from California! Oh that picture overlooking the city is wonderful! On of these days I would love to visit there . . . You are looking great and healthy! Keep on doing what you are doing, because it is obviously working for both of you!
I had to laugh when I read this: “liz would have been pissed about all these visitors seeing our house in its current state (a total fucking mess).”
I’ve thought this so often too, that Charley would be seriously annoyed with me for how trashed my house has been this past year, up until 3 weeks ago when I finally got all the shit picked up, finished, and put away for listing it for sale. Then again, I’m not living in his/OUR house anymore, so I grumpily tell “him” he can shove it if he doesn’t like it…or send his ghost over so it can pick up his share of the slack. =)
Yeah, I just don’t give a rat’s ass most days what my house is like. Since I live in the boonies now, nobody ever sees it except my parents and sisters, so what difference does it make? I don’t want it to be a shithole, however, but clutter and dust bunnies just don’t even register. It’s more important for me to focus what little extra energy I have most days on something positive or beneficial. A clean house just ain’t that important.
But dang, it would have driven Charley nuts…. =) He and Liz must be up groaning together somewhere….
The only decent looking room in my house is the baby room. The rest of it is a total fucking mess.
Oh, one more thing, that Hayden song is awesome. I can see how this song touches your heart. Beautiful.
You sure that wasn’t Rod Stewart in that car?? Love the shots of the Los Angeles – what a gorgeous day! Glad you’re having fun and the little one is sleeping hard. Enjoy it, and don’t worry about the state of your house (they have people you can hire for that….I’ll kick in a few bucks)
I’m not blowing the robot. I’ll chip a tooth.
Your pictures make me miss LA. Thanks for the reminders of how much fun being there with my son was. And will be again!
Matt,
SO jealous that Madeline is sleeping through the night! Mine was until last week………….Awesome pictures once again!!
Take care,
Debbie
What a song…thanks for sharing it. The words say so much in many situations.
Totally lovin’ the LA and mullet pics! Even though I live here, I always enjoy seeing those types of pics…always show LA in different perspectives.
Matt-Weird…I had bought this album (cd) a while ago after seeing it on your lastfm (I only stalk your music, I promise). Anyway, the first time I heard this song I thought of your situation. I really love this album….then again, I AM irish, so some of the sadder stuff appeals to me….
Way back, I thought about sending you a cd of some songs that reminded me of your situation, but didnt for several reasons 1) How cliche is a “mix-tape”? 2) It’s a little too personal for someone I dont’t know 3) You’d probably laugh your ass off at my taste in music (remember, I live in a musical black hole) and 4) how depressing! Thats the last thing you need
Either way, love this cd and several of the others I’ve pilfered off of your lastfm site. Thanks for expanding my musical horizons beyond the horrible shit that gets played around here. Seriously…its bad!
On a lighter note, I cannot believe the cargo van turned convertible with the hair band dudes. Would love to see their faces to see if they are pushing 50 has been’s or 20-something wanna be’s. Of course, our PA Monster trucks could give that a run for the money. (Why, why, why do I live here????)
ps.-I’m getting a weird vibe here today…like everyone is walking on eggshells after yesterday or something….Are we all still freaked out about the blow job thing? I kinda am…
pps-Glad that the Robot is back. We all made it clear that we are not in love with Matt, but how many of us harbor a secret crush on the robot? Ladies? Creeps?
Keep the picture of the rockers for Madeline so you can have the “Do not date THIS guy!” talk with her.
Great Song.
My house is a filthy freakin’ mess. I cannot even believe it. I should take pictures and post ‘em on my blog, cuz y’all would not even believe it. I try to keep one clean toilet around in case of barfing, but that’s all I can muster.
As for la musica, I have the new Coldplay album, and … well, it makes me think of you, Matty. I dunno what Chris Martin’s deal was when he wrote this stuff, but it sounds like he lost someone close to him. There are some great lyrics in the song ‘Lost!’:
Just because I’m losin’
Doesn’t mean I’m lost
Just because I’m hurtin’
Doesn’t mean I’m hurt
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYDOWGlPDTU
Enjoy!
DUDE!
That Robot is such a stud!!
Hayden sounds kinda like Tom Petty which i LOVE!!
I enjoyed the song. Actually looked up the lyrics. Very fitting.
I envy you with the baby who sleeps. Hannah will be 4 months next week and is starting to teeth. It has been painful for both of us.
I have to hide your guy from the 80s pic from my husband or he will want the hair and I might come home to my van looking like that one day. He is dangerous with a circular saw.
Blame the messy house on the earthquake. That is what I am saying and I’m in Chicago.
p.s. maureen I agree with the weird vibe.
“The work will wait while you show the child the rainbow, but the rainbow won’t wait while you do the work” -author unknown
Just saw a blog about your blog….how awesome!
http://www.kare11.com/blog/chang_article.aspx?storyid=520298&catid=331
“The work will wait while you show the child the rainbow, the rainbow won’t wait while you do the work” – author unknown
really like the song… though it is sad. hope you are doing well today!
loving all the robot pictures – hes the one getting all the action!
@ Staci–I saw that blog on Kare11 also today. I love the warning about adult language! funny! Fuckin’ funny that is!
Hi Matt-
Just wanted to say “Hi” and thank you for continuing to write openly and honestly and let us in on your and Madeline’s journey. I wanted to comment because I really like the song. Another one that reminds me so much of you is “Sleeping to Dream About You” by Jason Mraz. Check it out if you get a chance. Hang in there, get some rest, and don’t forget to take some time for just you. I work with Grandma Candee and a bunch of us send big hugs to Madeline and you!
Beautiful song. You’re right, it does sound like you could’ve written it.
really awesome pictures of the city!!!
HOLA Matt
Nice song, amazing lyrics!
Did you read the blog on Kare11 that staci have commented?…I feel the SAME!
Say HI to awesome auntie debbie…i could imagine it is FABULOUS to have her with you!
Have a NICE evening!
Sol
@kate in the n – “I try to keep one clean toilet around in case of barfing” hahahahahaha.