thursday.

it’s thursday.

today, i work my

last day at

my current job,

and on friday, i’ll

wake up in

a place i

haven’t been in over

seven years…

on monday we’ll

be on a really,

really long flight,

and by tuesday,

we’ll wake up in

a foreign country.

but i’m getting

a little ahead of myself…

not only is thursday

my last day

working for the big

internet company i’ve

been with for

7+ years…

it’s also

the day that madeline

heads to the

doctor for her

18-month appointment.

as always

she’ll get weighed,

measured, and vaccinated.

and as always,

it’s your turn to

guess how tall

and how heavy my

best girl is.

here are some hints:

at her 15-month

appointment she weighed

21 pounds, 10 ounces (30th percentile)

and was

30 and 3/8 inches tall (50th percentile).

(at the time she was 51% of the way to liz’s adult height).

the chart below shows her progression since birth:

15-month growth chart.

so…

for the person(s) who

guess both her

height and weight

correctly, i’ll send

you something special

from our travels in india

(item and specialness to be determined by me).

you have until saturday, october 3rd at 1:00am (pacific time) to get your guesses in.

(for those of you who live in countries that use the metric system, please feel free to submit your guesses in metric units of measure…i will do the conversion for you).

happy guessing.

oh…and here’s a

photo of maddy from

tuesday that will

in no way

help you with

your guesses…

before work/daycare.

653 Comments

  1. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:08 am | Permalink

    23 pounds 0 ounces
    31″ tall

    Can’t wait to hear more about India, etc. Have safe travels. :)

  2. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:10 am | Permalink

    First, I want to say that I wish you and Maddy all the best on your great big adventure. I hope its a trip that meets all your expectations and than some.

    As for Maddie, I am going to take a guess that she weighs 23lbs 4 ounces and is 32 and 1/2 inches tall.

    Life is amazing and I know many amazing things are in store for the two of you!

  3. Thelicia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:10 am | Permalink

    That is the cutest picture EVER!

  4. miss gail
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:13 am | Permalink

    23 pounds, 4 ounces
    31 and 5/8 inches tall

    Happy traveling & be safe!

  5. @kristeneileen
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:29 am | Permalink

    OK, I’m finally going to play!

    I predict: 32.5 inches & 24lb,1oz.

    Ambitious & totally random, but I’m going to have a good feeling about my guesses anyway :)

    xx’s, oo’s & <3<3's to Maddy, Daddy and the very lucky and lovely Rachel, who will represent us all on this very important journey :)

  6. Erica fr Dallas
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:40 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt!

    Congrats because after today, you sir are a writer! :)

    My guesses for Madeline are:

    Weight: 23 lbs 4 ozs.
    Height: 32 1/4

    Have a safe trip to India-I cannot wait to hear how the flight goes with her ;) Take care and best wishes!

  7. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:41 am | Permalink

    I’m tearing up with happiness for you guys! Have a GREAT trip!

  8. Jennifer J
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:50 am | Permalink

    I’m gonna guess 24 lbs 3 oz and 32.3 inches tall

    Best wishes and safe travels ahead

    Infinite X’s and O’s

  9. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:57 am | Permalink

    23 pounds, 6 ounces. 32 inches tall. God she’s lovely. I hope you guys have an amazing time in India, I’m so jealous!

  10. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:03 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 1 ounce
    31.75″

    total guess but if i do somehow manage to win, i’ll chip in for shipping to switzerland from india :)

    safe and happy travels!

  11. MM3
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:11 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 15 oz
    31 1/4″

    Gone is her baby look. Hello toddler!

    Wishing you all safe travels and a most wonderful journey ahead.

  12. Esh
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:14 am | Permalink

    I am so not used to this metric system! Anyway, here goes…

    24.0 lbs and 32.2 inches.

    It would be funny to get this right, and to get something ‘from India’ from you.

    I cannot wait to see guys next week. Whoop whoop!

    Esh

  13. NicoleAlison
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:21 am | Permalink

    22.5 lbs, 31.5 inches tall.
    I cannot imagine how you must be feeling right now!!
    That’s so crazy! How long are you going to be gone again??

  14. Kate D.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:32 am | Permalink

    24 lbs. & 32 1/4 inches

  15. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:32 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 14 1/2 ounces
    31.8 inches

  16. Annie from Oregon
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:35 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23 lbs & 31.5″. Milestones all over the place – “all roads up” Matt.

  17. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:48 am | Permalink

    She is looking more and more like Liz… GORGEOUS! Have a safe trip, Matt! Hope Maddy is the perfect little world traveler for you and the Nanny :)

    weight: 23lbs 7ounces
    height: 31 and 7/8inches

  18. Sheila
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:53 am | Permalink

    Wishing you safe travels to India, wisdom and clarity for writing your book and as always prayers for you & Maddy.

    My guess is 22lb 3 oz
    31 3/4 inch tall

    On a different note a close friend and coworker of mine was killed in a car accident earlier this month 33yrs, beautiful wife daughter 4.5 yrs and son 16 mos. Devastating. I may talk to his wife about Liz’s foundation when the time is right. I can’t believe I know someone that would benefit from it. I hate that I do but thank you for starting it.

  19. Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:23 am | Permalink

    23.25 pounds and 32 inches tall. have great fun. i don’t envy you on that long flight and hope the screaming is held to a minimum for all concerned!

  20. Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:31 am | Permalink

    My guess for Maddy’s check up is 24lb 6oz and 32 inches tall.

    Good luck at your last day at work! :)

  21. Donna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:32 am | Permalink

    33 inches
    24.5 pounds

  22. Sue
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:40 am | Permalink

    My guess for beautiful little Maddy is 22lbs. 5oz., and 30 1/2 inches tall. Have a SUPER,WONDERFUL,SAFE, trip!!!!!!!!!

  23. Tabatha
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:57 am | Permalink

    my guess is

    22 pounds 6 ozs

    32 and 1/8 inch

    Best of luck on your travels

    and

    Congrats on the ending of your job!

  24. Mrs.Pittman
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:20 am | Permalink

    24 lbs 2 oz and 31.5 inches tall.

  25. Angie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:41 am | Permalink

    Height: 31.5″
    Weight: 23.5 lbs

    I am so happy for you two and your upcoming travels. Be safe!

  26. lisa in the mn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:50 am | Permalink

    how much do i want to adopt maddy? or at the very minimum reach through my monitor and pick her up!? that picture is probably the cutest one that i have seen in the past 18 months – and that says a lot because you have a lot of effing pictures. that dress is absolutely adorable! teeny pint sized liz!!!! love love love it!

  27. Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:54 am | Permalink

    travel safe, have an awesome trip & best of luck to all 3 of you in india – i hope you have an adventure of a lifetime.

  28. Katherine
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:56 am | Permalink

    22lb 11oz
    31 and 1/4 inches

    Hope you have a wonderful trip!

    Send me a postcard! I don’t have one from India! :-)

  29. Shelley Billmeier
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:01 am | Permalink

    Ok here I will try to guess

    Weight: 23.7 oz
    Hight: 31 1/2 in

    Love your site.

    Good luck on the new adventure

    Shelley

  30. Heather
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:10 am | Permalink

    Have a great last day at work.
    26lbs, 32 in
    safe trip and I can’t wait for your next post. Take pictures on the flight.

  31. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:13 am | Permalink

    I am gonna say 23.8 lbs. and 32.5 in.

    Did you teach Maddy the stanky leg dance!?! LOL…that is one of my favorite dances!! if you haven’t seen it{stanky leg dance} you have to check it out on youtube..hope you are all packed and ready to go..or at least ready to go! much love and blessings from ga~erin

  32. Chelsea
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:15 am | Permalink

    Adorable picture. Excited to hear about your travels!

    My guesses are: 32 and 5/8 inches, and 24 lbs 2 oz.

  33. Tammy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:15 am | Permalink

    Congrats on you new and upcoming journey!!!! I will guess Miss Maddy is 22.5 lbs and 31.5 inches.

    Tammy

  34. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:17 am | Permalink

    pounds 24.4

    inches 33

    can’t wait for pictures, good luck with the REALLY long flight

  35. Amy J
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:19 am | Permalink

    32.5 in tall
    24 lb 3 oz

    Have a great time in India!

  36. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:20 am | Permalink

    32 1/8″ and 23lbs 8oz :)

  37. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:22 am | Permalink

    Hey Matt!!!

    Good luck on your upcoming adventures and safe travels!!

    Also Maddy looks more and More like Liz as she gets older, so beautiful!! Loving that dress!!!

    Hmmmm….

    my guess is??

    23 pounds and 10 ounces
    31 3/8 inches tall

    Whoooo-Hooo!! I got a feeling!!! Ha!!

    Good luck to you, sweet Maddy and Rachel on your adventures in India!!! Can’t wait to hear all about it!!

  38. Lisa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:25 am | Permalink

    What a beautiful little girl!!!!!

  39. Gillian
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:26 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt

    Have a safe trip–Maddy is growing up so much!

    Here’s my guess:

    33 and 1/4 inches
    32 pounds 6 ounces

    Gillian :)

  40. Elizabeth from Indy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:27 am | Permalink

    weight: 23 lb. 6 oz.
    height: 31 3/4 inches

    I’m so excited to hear about your adventures in India!

  41. naner
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:29 am | Permalink

    I’m going to guess 22 pounds 11 oz and 31 inches tall.

    Have a wonderful trip!

  42. Emily
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:31 am | Permalink

    23 lbs. 2 oz.
    31.8 inches tall

  43. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:33 am | Permalink

    Ok – I will play.

    Weight: 23 lbs 8 ozs.
    Height: 33 inches.

    Have a amazing trip! Looking forward to reading about your adventures!

  44. Kathie Barnicoat
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:35 am | Permalink

    Have a safe and productive trip.
    I am guessing that Maddy’s weight will be 32.3 lbs and her height is 31.7 inches.
    ENJOY

  45. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:36 am | Permalink

    “oh…and here’s a photo of maddy from tuesday that will in no way help you with your guesses…”

    It’s just really, really fuckin’ cute.

  46. Kathie Barnicoat
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:38 am | Permalink

    Man I messed up on the weight–I meant 23.2 lbs

  47. Christie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:38 am | Permalink

    Hmmmm… \
    Height: 32.4
    Weight. 24.7

    ahhhh Good luck with your trip!!!!

  48. Christie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:40 am | Permalink

    I predict the princess will weigh in at 23 lbs 6 oz and she will be 31 3/4 inches tall. Best wishes on your trip to India.

  49. Carmen
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:42 am | Permalink

    I won’t be guessing but an interesting bit of trivia I heard once:
    A child height at one year old is approximately half their grown up height. I can’t remember what it was, but it seems she won’t be inheriting her daddy’s height.
    xo c

  50. Amanda Whitley
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:45 am | Permalink

    32 inches tall

    22 lbs 12 oz

  51. Nancy H
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:46 am | Permalink

    Long time reader, first time poster here. Best of luck on this next chapter in your life.

    My guess is 23 lbs. 2 ozs. and 32 1/4 inches.

  52. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:47 am | Permalink

    32.3 inches, 23 pounds 3 ounces

  53. Elizabeth
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:49 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt and Maddy,
    I hope you guys have a great time in India. Enjoy all of the special moments you will share together! Make tons of memories!!!!
    Here’s my guesses:
    Weight 23 lbs and 9 oz
    Heigh 32.5 inches

    Best of Luck,
    Elizabeth :-)

  54. Emily
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:50 am | Permalink

    31.75″ and 22 pounds 8 ounces. Have an amazing trip. We can’t wait to see pictures.

  55. Holly
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:50 am | Permalink

    I’m going with…Drumroll….

    23 pounds, 14 ounces,

    and

    32 and 1/8 inches tall

  56. Sara
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:51 am | Permalink

    31 and 1/8 inches tall and 22 pounds 8 ounces. Can’t wait to see what I win! ;)

  57. Elisabeth
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:52 am | Permalink

    Hey Matt! Congrats on your last day of work and your exciting new adventure!! Be safe and have fun, I can’t wait to hear more about it!

    My guess:

    23.2 lbs
    31 3/4 inches

  58. Heather T.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:52 am | Permalink

    23 pounds, 2 ounces
    31 and 1/8 inches

  59. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:55 am | Permalink

    She’s changed so much! One can totally tell she’s growing into a beautiful little lady! :)

    My guess is 24.8 lbs and 33 1/4 inches tall! :)

    Prayers for safe travels!

  60. Kayla
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:00 am | Permalink

    32 inches
    23 ibs 7 oz.

  61. Tammy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:05 am | Permalink

    22 lbs, 10 oz for weight and
    31 1/8 inches for height.

    Best wishes for your journey, as well as long plane ride!

  62. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:07 am | Permalink

    24.2 pounds and 32 inches tall
    Have a great time in India!!

  63. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:07 am | Permalink

    Weight: 24.65 lbs.
    Height: 31 3/8 inches

    Good Luck with all your travels up ahead! Hope Maddy is a good sport through the long plane rides. Good thing you have extra hands with you. =o) Best of luck with everything and I hope you make great memories for you and Maddy.

  64. Jenny
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:08 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 6 oz
    32 1/4 inches

  65. Ashley
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:15 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 9 ounces, 33 and 2/8 inches tall.

  66. Cailey in the OH
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:15 am | Permalink

    28 pounds, 3 oz and 33 inches

  67. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:16 am | Permalink

    I say 23 lbs 7oz and 31 6.8

  68. brandy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:16 am | Permalink

    My guess:
    22.9 lbs
    32″ tall

    Best of luck on your new journey! Can’t wait to hear about it!

  69. Patrice Knutson
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:18 am | Permalink

    Here goes, 23 lbs. 6oz and 32 and 8/10 in. after all those apples!!!Wishing you safe journeys and wonderful memories. Best to you on the book, we can’t wait. God Bless your travels.
    Trice Knutson

  70. Sue
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:18 am | Permalink

    P.S. I kept my guess modest, since it’s only been 3 months, but she could fool me!

  71. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:22 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 7 oz.
    32 inches tal

  72. Erin from the NY
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:22 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23 lbs 4 oz and 33 1/3 inches tall.

    From the pictures you post of daycare, it looks like you picked a great one!

    Safe travels on Monday!

  73. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:22 am | Permalink

    I’m going to guess 23 lbs, 2 oz and 31 3/4″ tall.

    Have a great trip, I can’t wait to read all about it!

  74. Jessica
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:23 am | Permalink

    hmm I am going to guess….23 pounds and 31 inches. Good luck in India. I can not wait to hear all about it!

  75. Brianna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:24 am | Permalink

    I guess that your best girl is 23 pounds 5 ounces and 33 inches tall.

    Safe travels :)

  76. Heidi
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:27 am | Permalink

    23 lb. 6 oz.

    31.8 in.

  77. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:30 am | Permalink

    23 lbs and 7 ounces and 32 inches.

    Good luck on your last day at work today, and good luck on your adventure!

  78. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:31 am | Permalink

    I hope you guys have a wonderful time in India!

    My guesses:
    23 lbs, 10 oz.
    31 3/4 inches

  79. Shelly
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:31 am | Permalink

    33 pounds 3 ounces
    32″ tall

    Have a safe trip! Can’t wait to hear about your adventures!

  80. Lopez
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:32 am | Permalink

    I wish you the best as you open this new chapter in your life!!!

  81. 2coworkers who should be working
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:33 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 2 oz
    31 6/8

    Most important decision making of the day (haha). Have a great last day and a safe trip.

  82. kristen
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:35 am | Permalink

    I never guess my own daughter’s stats right before her appointments and I’m with her everyday, but I will still take a guess for your best girl’s. I am going to guess 23 lb 1 oz and 31.5 inches. She’s so beautiful. Hope you have a great trip.

  83. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:35 am | Permalink

    23 pounds even. 32″ I’m so excited for you to start a new chapter…India…how wonderful for both of you! Godspeed, my stranger friend.

  84. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:36 am | Permalink

    Hmmm I’ll go with 33 inches, 24 lbs.

  85. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:37 am | Permalink

    Hi there

    She is so beautiful Matt!

    I say she is 25 lbs 2 oz and about 31 1/2 ” tall.

    All the best,
    Colleen

  86. caliandkids
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:37 am | Permalink

    23lbs, 6oz. 31 7/8 inches
    Enjoy your trip!

  87. Patti
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:38 am | Permalink

    Weight: 23 lbs 2 oz
    Height: 32 1/4″

  88. vickie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:43 am | Permalink

    long time lurker – have a wonderful trip – i so look forward to reading about your adventures together & seeing new photos of your best girl : )
    wishing you much love & much luck.
    v

  89. Brandy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:44 am | Permalink

    This is the weight of my firstborn at 18 months old, so I will go with that.

    24 pounds 9 ounces
    34 3/3 inches

  90. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:45 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 5 oz and 31.5 inches tall

    Have a completely awesome trip!

  91. Heather in MA
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:45 am | Permalink

    I’d say 22 pounds 15 ounces with a height of 31 1/4 inches.

    Best of luck on your travels and your new endeavour.

  92. SJL22783
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:48 am | Permalink

    Ok. I have been lurking for about a year now, I guess it is time to post.

    First, I really feel that you have such a gift for writing and I am so happy that you have posted a public blog with the ups and downs of your life to help others going through simular situations.

    Last, my guess, is 22lbs 9oz, and 32.3in

  93. Tami Walborn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:50 am | Permalink

    CUTE AS EVER!!! 22LBS 13OZS and 32.75 inches!!!! Have a great time and enjoy the writing.

    Tami, Hadleigh and Hayden

  94. Audra
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:50 am | Permalink

    i’m going to say 23 lbs, 2 oz. and 31.25 inches long! have a great time in india!

  95. Melissa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:50 am | Permalink

    My guess is 24 pounds and 2 oz and she is 31″ tall. I can’t wait to hear about all the adventures you and Maddy will be having. I just read a book about the wonder of ordinary things and ordinary days. It seems that you get the message of the magic. Enjoy the magic with your “best girl”!

  96. Stephanie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:53 am | Permalink

    Ok, I’ll guess 24 pounds 7 ounces and 31 and 3/8 inches.

    Good luck at the Doctor!

  97. Sol
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:54 am | Permalink

    My METRIC guess is

    78.9 CMS
    10.8 KILOS

    XOXOXO
    Sol

  98. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:58 am | Permalink

    What a cutie!! i love her marilyn monroe pose!! i think she’s 24lbs 6ozs and 33″inches even..

  99. Rachel from the ND
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:58 am | Permalink

    23lbs 8 oz and 32.25 inches.
    Here is wishing you a wonderful, safe flight. I cannot wait to hear all about your travels! Hey, when you’re there you just might find a woman….for your robot! :)

  100. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:02 am | Permalink

    I’m so happy for you and Maddy to be taking this wonderful and exciting trip. Be safe, and keep us faithful readers updated!
    My guess for Maddy:
    23 lbs. 2 oz
    31 1/2 inches.

  101. Cass from The CT
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:02 am | Permalink

    Godspeed to you and Miss Maddy on this awesome adventure!!! I can not wait to read all about it.
    I am guessing that Maddy is now 22 pounds 1 oz and 31.1 inches tall.

  102. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:03 am | Permalink

    My guess is 22 pounds 9 ounces and 31 inches tall.

    Best of luck with your travels!

  103. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:03 am | Permalink

    I’m guessing….

    23 lbs 2 oz.

    32 1/4 in.

  104. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:04 am | Permalink

    22 lb 14 oz
    31.25 in

    Have a safe and wonderful trip!

  105. Jenn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:04 am | Permalink

    Happy travels!

    I’ll go with 23 pounds, 2 ounces and 32 1/2 inches.

    Love the pic :-) .

  106. Sara in TX
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:04 am | Permalink

    Height- 31.3 Weight 23.2

    Safe travels to you guys, I can’t wait to hear all about the adventures ahead!

  107. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:09 am | Permalink

    LOVE that blue dress!!!

    You must be really smart if you can convert to the metric system. Gosh, I have enough trouble figuring out my tip. :)

    I hate guessing games b/c I’m terrible at them, but for what it’s worth …

    23 lbs, 2 oz.

    31.5 inches tall

    She’s a doll. Enjoy your new adventure.

  108. Sheila
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:09 am | Permalink

    What a little diva she is in the picture you posted! You will be in trouble in a few years!

    Have a safe trip and good luck!

  109. Erla Reykjavik Iceland
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:10 am | Permalink

    Hope you have a good last day at work and happy travels to the 3 of you.

    So I´m guessing she´ll be 82 cm and 10.2 kg

  110. Mona in the MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:11 am | Permalink

    Happy last day of work!

    I’ll guess 23 lbs 13 oz, and 31.75 inches tall.

    She’s a beauty… as always. :)

  111. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:12 am | Permalink

    I’m going to guess 23 lbs., 2 oz. and 31 1/8 inches tall.

    Wishing you safe and happy flights all of the way to India! Can’t wait to read of your travels over there.

  112. KE in the MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:13 am | Permalink

    Weight – 22lbs 8 oz

    Height 31.5

    Good Luck on your last day at the big internet company.

  113. Lisa In Toronto
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:13 am | Permalink

    24lbs 4oz
    31 1/8 inches tall.

    have the raddest trip to India and be safe. Good luck on the marathon flight with your best girl.

    Lisa in Toronto

  114. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:13 am | Permalink

    Wishing you safe, happy travels. She’s a beauty.

    You may already know this, but you can double her height at 18 months (2 years for boys) for a guess at how tall she’ll be when she grows up. (It always worked in our family.)

    With that being said, I’m guessing that Madeline is 31.25 inches long and 23 pounds.

  115. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:15 am | Permalink

    31 1/2 inches
    22.8lbs

    have fun today on your last day and in the days and weeks to come! Thinking of you all.

  116. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:16 am | Permalink

    HMMMM
    She seems to be on the same growth as my daughter who is 3 months behind Maddy

    I am going to say
    23 lbs 7 oz
    32 1/4 inches long

    Have a safe and wonderful trip I wish you all the best.
    I know I have twittered you a few times but if you get a chance can you tell me where you got the dress with the big yellow polka dots that Maddy wore on her last plane trip. I really want to get it for Makayla for her pictures. Thanks Matt Happy travels and I cannot wait to see pictures.

  117. Alyssa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:16 am | Permalink

    31.5 inches
    23.5 pounds

    safe travels to you both!

  118. Ashleigh
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:16 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt :)

    I’m coming out of lurkdom. I am so excited to hear about your adventures in India. Congrats on becoming a writer :)

    As for Maddy:
    22 pounds, 1 ounce
    31 inches

    ….and dang it, she’s cute!

  119. k.hunk
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:17 am | Permalink

    I’ll put in a guess… 31 2/8″ and 23lbs 3 oz. Congrats on your upcoming adventures!!!

  120. Mon
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:17 am | Permalink

    22.4 lbs
    31.3 inch

  121. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:18 am | Permalink

    Love your blog…
    I’m guessing weight-23# 3oz, height-33 1/4 inches.
    I can’t wait to read about India and see some pics!

  122. Tracy in PA
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:18 am | Permalink

    25 lbs, 8 oz
    32 1/2 inches

    Have a save trip!

  123. PinkCowboyBoots
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:19 am | Permalink

    Enjoy your time abroad!

    My guess:

    Weight: 24lb 1oz
    Height: 32 inches

    All my best!

  124. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:19 am | Permalink

    I guess 24 lbs, 6 oz. and 32.1 inches tall.

    Have a fabulous trip! It was great getting to meet you and hold Maddy, especially before you left for 2 months! Thanks again for being so chill, and I can’t wait to see what photos you’re going to take.

  125. Janelle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:21 am | Permalink

    22.4 pounds and 31.2 inches.

    Good Luck on your trip!

  126. Jamie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:22 am | Permalink

    I am guessing… 24lbs 3oz and 32 1/4″

    Good luck with the appointment and congrats on your next chapter… life after the internet company!

  127. Natalie from MD
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:23 am | Permalink

    23 pounds and 2 oz
    32.2 Inches

    My last day at my job is tomorrow. The clock has been ticking by awfully slow…

  128. Ali
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:24 am | Permalink

    33 & 1/8 inches & 24 pounds 2 oz.

    i used the metric system but just took a guestimate!

  129. Deb in the mpls
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:31 am | Permalink

    22.89 lbs
    32.3 in

    I am so excited for you guys! I am happy to know you are bringing Maddy to a place that is so special to your life. I will one day travel to this special place myself as I have someone to visit there. For now my life does not have the opportunity to get there but I will….one day!

  130. Nancy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:31 am | Permalink

    My first guess ever.
    23 lbs 2 oz and 31 1/2 inches

    Enjoy your time in India with that magnificent little lady!

  131. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:32 am | Permalink

    I’ll say 24lbs 8oz and 32 1/4 inches tall

    have a safe trip!!

    hus from NJ,
    Erica, Landon and yet to be born baby

  132. Amber
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:32 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt!

    I’m gonna guess the beautiful Maddy is 27lbs and 31 1/2 inches tall! She is amazing!

    Good luck and a safe trip =)

  133. Karen in NY
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:33 am | Permalink

    Maddy is absolutely adorable. I hope you have a safe trip!
    Here is my guess-
    23lb 6oz
    32 1/2in

  134. Jess from IL
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:35 am | Permalink

    Hmmm… I would say.. Height 31 1/3 inch

    weight 23lbs 4oz

    :)

  135. Kris from CT
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:35 am | Permalink

    22 pound 11 oz for weight
    31.4 inches for height

    Have a great Trip!! :)

  136. Carla
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:35 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 9 oz
    31 3/8 inches tall

  137. Katie C.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:36 am | Permalink

    Here are my guesses – 23 lbs. 6 oz. and 31.5 inches tall.

  138. Sara fr MI
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:37 am | Permalink

    Best wishes as you begin your travels! I’m excited to read how everything is going! As for Maddy’s stats, I’m guessing 31.75 in. and 23 lbs. 14 oz.

  139. Kate
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:37 am | Permalink

    23.2 lbs
    31.25 inches

  140. KFranklin
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:38 am | Permalink

    31.5 inches tall
    22 lbs 11 oz.

    Have a safe trip!

  141. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:38 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 11 oz and 31 1/4 inches tall

    Hope you have an amzing trip and that Maddy adjusts well to her new surroundings and home. look forward to seeing some amazing pictures of that sweet little girl in India… oh, and maybe you too :)

  142. Amanda in Toronto
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    Congrats on your last day! Hope you guys have a wonderful trip :)

    My guesses are:

    Height: 23lbs 2oz
    Weight: 32 1/4 inches

  143. jm
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    31.25″ & 23.75# :D

    HAVE FUN AND GOOD LUCK IN INDIA!

  144. Angelia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    22lbs 31 inches

    Be safe in your travels

  145. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    I’m going to make a random, somewhat educated guess based on the difference between my own daughters 15 mth and 18 mth appt

    So for weight I’m going to guess: 22lbs 9oz

    and for height I’ll guess: 32in

    I wish you a wonderful last day of work and happy, safe travels next week. I can’t wait to hear all about your adventures in India.

  146. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    I hope you guys have a wonderful unevenful flight. You are braver then I.

    My guess: 23 lbs 9 oz, 31 1/2 inches tall

  147. becky
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    I’m gonna say 24 lbs 5 oz and 32 1/2 inches.

    Have a great time!

  148. Kelly in Kansas
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:41 am | Permalink

    Hey Matt,

    I’m finally playing this guessing game!

    Height: 32 inches
    Weight: 23 pounds, 2 ounces

    Safe travels to you and Maddy!

  149. Meghan from Fort Worth Texas
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:41 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 6 ounces and 32 inches even

  150. Jasmin
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:42 am | Permalink

    Have a safe trip.

    23lbs 7 ounces and 31.5 inches.

  151. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:42 am | Permalink

    I have never guessed on this, but here it goes…25.7 pounds and 32.23 inches tall.

  152. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:42 am | Permalink

    Have a safe trip! I’ve survived flying to India, and one roundtrip back to the U.S., with the munchkin by myself. Not fun, but doable, and it won’t last forever.

    I’m guessing 22 lbs, 7 oz., and 31.5 in.

  153. Janis Mazerolle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:43 am | Permalink

    My guess…
    Height = 32.74
    Weight = 23.74

    I so look forward to your stories of India and of course, Maddie. Have a wonderful and fufilling trip. Love from the East Coast :-)

  154. Meghan from Fort Worth Texas
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:43 am | Permalink

    I hit post before I could say have a safe trip!

  155. Mercedes M.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:44 am | Permalink

    22 pounds 8 ounces and 32.6 inches

    Have a fun and safe trip to India Matt, Maddy and Rachel.

    Icant wait to see a blog all about it and also many pictures.

    Merci

  156. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:45 am | Permalink

    i guess 22lbs 9ounces, and 31.5 inches!

  157. Marnie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:46 am | Permalink

    24 lbs 6 oz
    32 1/4 inches
    Good luck Maddy with the Dr.
    Good luck Matt on your last day of work.
    Safe travels to both of you on your trip.
    Can’t wait to hear about all about it.

  158. jess in the Aloha...
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:46 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 6 oz & 32 inches tall

    oh and that is by far one of my most favorite photos of maddie! it looks like her red carpet pose!

    have a BLAST in India!! WOOHOO!!

  159. Christine
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:48 am | Permalink

    31 5/8″ and 23lb 9oz
    best wishes for a safe and productive journey!

  160. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:48 am | Permalink

    My guesses are 23 lbs. 2 oz. and 31 1/2 inches tall.
    Have a safe trip to India. Cannot wait to hear all about it!

  161. Carrie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:49 am | Permalink

    Best wishes for a wonderful journey! I’ll be following along…

    My guess: 23lbs, 32oz

  162. Caroline H.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:49 am | Permalink

    23# 7 oz. 31.4 inches

    Have a great trip!

  163. Carrie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:50 am | Permalink

    Change to my comment above…23lbs, 32INCHES :-)

  164. Carrie Gilbert
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:50 am | Permalink

    I don’t ever usually submit my guesses…but, the incentive is too good not to!
    She is definitely in the 100th percentile with her style…such a little doll!
    My guess, this time!
    Weight: 22lbs 12oz
    Height: 32.5 in

    Hope you & your best girl have a wonderful time…

  165. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:50 am | Permalink

    I admire you for stepping out of your comfort zone and taking risks. What an adventure! I guess 22lb 14 oz and 31.6 inches tall. Enjoy every moment.

  166. Brittanie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:51 am | Permalink

    Safe travels Matt and Maddy!! My guess is 22 lbs 9 oz and 31 1/2″ height!

  167. Marybeth
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:52 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 2 oz
    31.4 inches

  168. Melissa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:55 am | Permalink

    Have a safe and productive trip.

    22lbs 1 oz. 31 2/8 inches

  169. Maureen M.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:57 am | Permalink

    hmmm 23 pounds 3 oz. height- 32 1/4.

  170. cindimomma
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:01 am | Permalink

    I think darling Miss Maddy will weigh in at 22 lbs and 14oz and be 31 1/4 tall! Have an exciting adventure Matt, can’t wait to hear about it!

  171. jill
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:02 am | Permalink

    31 inches, 22 pounds and 6 ounces. . .

  172. Yana
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:02 am | Permalink

    Hi there!

    I saw you on Opera here in Belgium!
    So now you are famous here :)
    like your style!
    have a nice time in India!
    peace

  173. Rebecca H
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:05 am | Permalink

    I guess 23lbs 1 oz and 31 3/8 inches

    Have a wonderful time in India. What a special trip for you and Maddy.

  174. WI Crock Hunter
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:07 am | Permalink

    This is my first time posting, but I’m going to give it a shot. I’m thinking 31.25 for height and 22.85 for weight.

    Good luck on your trip to India. Be safe!

  175. Jennifer
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:08 am | Permalink

    Oh, that pose! So sweet. Like she stepped out of The Little Rascals. Thinking of you all as you travel–be safe. Enjoy.

  176. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:09 am | Permalink

    32 1/3 inches and 24.4 lbs :)

    Can’t wait to read about your India adventures.

  177. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:10 am | Permalink

    Safe travels to India, I’m sure everyone who reads your blog is looking forward to the beautiful pictures you’ll be sharing!

    My guess for Maddy’s weight is 23 pounds, 4 ounces, and for her height I’ll say 31.5 inches.

  178. Kylee
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:10 am | Permalink

    24lbs 0 ounces 33 1/2 inches tall.

    Have a great trip!

  179. Toni :O)
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:12 am | Permalink

    Have a wonderful trip and I’m SO excited for you both! My guess is 31.5 inches tall and 22 and 3/4 pounds. May God bless you all with safe travels, health and happiness! Hugs! tonidreist@yahoo.com

  180. Rose
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:15 am | Permalink

    Have a great time. My guess is 24.2 lbs and 31.5/6 inches

  181. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:16 am | Permalink

    I am basing this on the very scientific method of using the amounts my son grew (who is 1 week older than Maddy) between his 15 and 18 month appointments.

    24 pounds
    33 inches

  182. Danielle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:17 am | Permalink

    My guess is 24lbs and 1oz and for her hieght I will guess 32 1/2inches! Hope you have a safe and fun trip!!

  183. Rachel
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:18 am | Permalink

    I love the picture, she looks so grown up and i love all the adorable outfits she has. So sweet.
    My guess: 22lbs. 9oz and 32inches. Have a great time on your trip and be safe.

  184. Robin
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:19 am | Permalink

    23 pounds 6 ounces for the weight
    31 and 1/4 for the height

    She honestly could not be any cuter.

  185. Heather
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:20 am | Permalink

    Have a safe and wonderful trip to India. I can’t wait to hear about it!

    My guess is:
    Weight: 23 lbs. 6 ozs.
    Height: 31.56

  186. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:22 am | Permalink

    What a great adventure the two of you are about to embark on, safe travels!

    My guess for Maddie’s size is:
    Weight: 23 pounds, 5 ounces
    Length: 31.25 inches

  187. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:22 am | Permalink

    32″ and 24 lbs 9 oz…..have a very safe trip!

  188. linnea
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:24 am | Permalink

    I love the disco moves. Happy trails!

  189. Elizabeth
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:25 am | Permalink

    i guess 33 inches, and 22lb 3 oz

    can’t wait to read the newest adventures!

  190. Tully Jackson
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:26 am | Permalink

    24 pounds 2 ounces
    31.5 inches

    Happy and Safe travels!

  191. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:26 am | Permalink

    Safe journey to you all. Looking forward to seeing and hearing about your new adventure.

  192. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:27 am | Permalink

    My guess is Weight 24lbs
    height 32 1/2

    Your website is a testament to the power of a father’s love. We need more like you in the world. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I wish the best to you and your family.

  193. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:28 am | Permalink

    I say 23 lbs, 2 oz and 31.78″ tall.

  194. Heather
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:30 am | Permalink

    I just found your blog a few days ago and have spent the past 2 days reading it. You are such a a strong person and great dad. Madeline is lucky to have you. Have a wonderful and safe trip!

    Oh and here’s my guess

    24 lbs 3 oz and 32 1/4 in

  195. Lisa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:30 am | Permalink

    Great article about in the Wichita Eagle today! I’ve been falling your blog for a year but have never left a comment. Maddy is so adorable! You are doing a great job :)

  196. Jessika
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:30 am | Permalink

    I guess 24 lbs. 31 inches.
    Have a great trip, Write lots!

  197. Prabha
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:31 am | Permalink

    My guesses: 23 lbs 8 oz / 32 inches

    India is a beautiful country with lots of warm loving people. I hope everything turns good to you during your stay. Please make sure to get her all the flu shots before you leave. Have Fun !!

  198. Miranda
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:32 am | Permalink

    23lbs 6.5oz and 33.25 inches tall

    Random numbers for a late-night post :)

    Best of luck to you all for the trip.

  199. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:33 am | Permalink

    I wish you guys the absolute best for your stays in India. I hope you find the adventure you are searching for and I hope the words flow onto paper just as you want them to. Your petunia is adorable. I especially love the daycare dinner pics on twitter. I love seeing kids out of their home environment, thriving as independent little individuals. You guys are definitely a great team. :) And I cannot wait to hear and see more while you are gone.

    My guess is 22 pounds, 8 ounces
    32 inches tall.

    PS. I hope your nanny has a wonderful time as well. she seems like a sweetheart and the perfect person to look after you two.

  200. Liz
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:33 am | Permalink

    31.5 inches and 23 lbs 5 oz. Enjoy India, I have a feeling it will be an amazing trip for you guys!

  201. Kimberly Reeves
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:33 am | Permalink

    23lbs. 4oz.
    31 3/4″ tall

    Have a safe trip!!!!

  202. MS fr newfoundland
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:35 am | Permalink

    Long time reader first time commentor, this is my guess! (I’ve been having a lucky week, so I figured what the hay lol)

    33 1/2 in tall and 24 lbs, 4 ounces

  203. Kelly
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:37 am | Permalink

    21 lbs 8 oz, 31 1/4. Hope you guys have a wonderful trip and safe travels!!!

  204. Karen M
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:37 am | Permalink

    I think she will measure at 32 1/8 inches and 22 lb 13oz.

    Enjoy your last day!

  205. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:38 am | Permalink

    I’m guessing 32 1/4 inches and 24 lbs 6 oz.

    Have a safe trip, I’m so excited for you guys and your new adventure.

  206. Amanda
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:39 am | Permalink

    Have a safe trip! We look forward to hearing about and seeing pictures from this new journey.

    My guess is 22lbs, 3 oz and 31 1/2 inches.

  207. Brandi in Idaho
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:46 am | Permalink

    24lbs and 33 inches

  208. Jackie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:48 am | Permalink

    I’m going to guess 23 lbs & 32″.

  209. Corinne Cooper
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:49 am | Permalink

    First off…wishing you, Maddy & Rachael safe travels to India. You must be so excited for this new adventure to begin.

    Second…my guess for Maddy’s height & weight is:

    23lbs 2 oz

    31″

    As Maddy gets older she will most certainly protest you telling your readers what she weighs…girls do not like to tell others what their weight is :)

  210. Susan
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:50 am | Permalink

    Good luck on the upcoming travels!!
    Hope you guys have a great time and you get much writing done :)
    Maddy height/weight guesses:
    31.5 inches, 22lbs 5oz.

  211. Amy J
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:57 am | Permalink

    I think Miss Maddy will be 23lbs 5oz, and 31 2/8 inches tall!

    Hope you have safe and wonderful travels and looking forward to updates about your trip!

  212. Amy White
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:58 am | Permalink

    23.2 lbs
    32.4 inches

    Safe travels! :)

  213. Kim Howard
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:58 am | Permalink

    Ok here’s my guess 22 pounds 6 oz and 31 1/2 tall.

  214. amy vw
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:58 am | Permalink

    23 pounds, 2 ounces. 32 1/4 inches tall. :)

    Safe travels to you!

  215. Michele
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:59 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 4 oz
    31 1/8 inches

  216. Liz in Boston
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:00 am | Permalink

    I haven’t guessed before! I’ll take a shot.

    23 lbs. 2 oz
    31 and 5/8 inches.

    I’ve been following your blog for a long time and comment incredibly rarely. I wish you and Maddy the best on your new adventure in India. I look forward to reading about them!

    If you’re ever in MA, I’d love for my redheaded (currently) nine month old monster to meet Maddy!

  217. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:00 am | Permalink

    24lbs. 2oz and 31.5″ tall

  218. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:03 am | Permalink

    Have so much fun on your trip to India – it will be amazing! I can’t wait to hear about every detail!

    For Maddy – I think that she will be 23 lbs 6 oz and 32″ tall!

    -Kari

  219. K Marchlewski
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:03 am | Permalink

    Safe travels Matt. My guess is 32.1 inches and 23.5 lbs!!

  220. Melissa in MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:05 am | Permalink

    My guess 23 lbs 1 oz 31 1/4 inches tall. Cute picture!! Wishing you all well on your travels, happy writing!! Can’t wait to buy your book!

  221. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:07 am | Permalink

    LOVE the new photo.

    My guesses: 24 lbs, 2 oz ; 32.14 inches.

  222. Amanda
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:09 am | Permalink

    I think she’s 24 lbs 7 oz and 32 1/2 inches.

  223. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:10 am | Permalink

    23 lbs. 2ozs.

    31 1/4 inches tall.

    Have a safe and happy trip!

  224. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:12 am | Permalink

    That dress is gorgeous on her in the picture above. Makes her skin, eyes and hair just glow with adorable-ness!! My guesses are 23.1 lbs and 31 1/4 inches!

  225. Liz
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:12 am | Permalink

    she’s gorgeous.

    my guess:
    23 pounds 2 ounces
    32 1/8 inches

    have a fabulous time!

  226. April in Waconia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:17 am | Permalink

    Good luck Matt and safe travel to you all. I can’t wait to hear about your adventures in India. Here is my guess:

    Height: 31 inches
    Weight: 22lbs. 2 oz.

  227. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:17 am | Permalink

    happy travels.

    23 lbs 5 oz
    31 7/8 in

    i’ve gotta say, your measurements for height are so exacting. my pediatricians have never done more than round to the nearest half inch. i’ll have to start cracking skulls over that one.

  228. Andrea
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:20 am | Permalink

    This is my first time ever to guess!

    22 lbs. 12 ozs.
    31 1/4 inches tall

    Adorable picture! :D

  229. samantha
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:20 am | Permalink

    23lb5oz, 31 1/2 “

  230. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:21 am | Permalink

    Wishing you a great trip and safe travels!

    My guess is 31.75inches 23lbs 9oz

    Kimberly
    Rogers, MN

  231. kate
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:24 am | Permalink

    I am guessing 33.2 inches and 23 lbs. :)
    have a wonderfully fun and safe trip!!

  232. amanda
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:24 am | Permalink

    31.5 inches tall, 22 lbs 6 oz.

    Congratulations on the end of one journey and the beginning of another!!!

  233. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:25 am | Permalink

    Height – 31 7/8 inches
    Weight – 23 lbs and 7 ounces

    I love the dress you have her in. It looks fabulous with her eyes.

    Have a good last day of your job and first day of your next adventure. Can’t wait to see what’s in store.

  234. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:25 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 14oz
    31 & 1/4 inches

    All I can ever think about when you talk about India is INDIAN FOOD. Although what we eat here in America is probably nothing like the food that’s over there.

    Hope your flight goes smoothly.
    Georgia is now 18 months and we’ve been having lots of luck with stickers and crayons when forced to sit for long periods.

  235. Anna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:26 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt,

    Good luck with your travels! Maddy is absolutely gorgeous.
    My guess is:

    32.6 inches.
    22 lbs, 9 oz

    All the best!

  236. deanna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:27 am | Permalink

    wishing you fun and careful travels abroad!

    weight – 24 lbs 3 oz
    height – 32 1/4 inches

  237. Sarah Elder
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:27 am | Permalink

    Hello!
    I guess 24 pounds 2 oz.
    And Height 32 and 1/8 inch

  238. Molly
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:27 am | Permalink

    22 pounds and 31 inches

    Safe travels to you all. Can’t wait to hear all about it.

  239. Meredith
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:28 am | Permalink

    31.8 inches tall
    23.5 lbs

    Hope you have a wonderful time!

  240. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:28 am | Permalink

    Good luck on your trip to India! What wonderful memories you two will make! Be safe!

    23 lbs and 32 inches is my guess

    Be well!
    Jen, Zoe and Ava

  241. Whitney
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:29 am | Permalink

    my guess is…

    32 1/8″

    23lbs 4 ozs

  242. Sarah from Oregon
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:30 am | Permalink

    Height: 31 3/4 inches
    Weight: 23lbs 6oz.

  243. Andrea
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:32 am | Permalink

    First time posting although I visit your site a lot.

    24 lbs 3 oz
    31 3/8 inches

    I can’t believe how many comments you have received already…..are you really going to go through ALL these comments to find the winner? I think you should just pick my name, adjust the measurements if wrong, and say I won! :) of course I’m kidding.

  244. Sarah S
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:35 am | Permalink

    Matt,
    Congratulations on the beginning of your new adventure! Have a wonderful last day of work and a great start to your new career…we’re all wishing you and Maddy the very best!
    Safe travels to you, Maddy and Rachael. Can’t wait to hear the updates from India.
    My guess: Maddy will be 23lbs 4oz and 32 1/4 inches.
    Much love to you and Maddy, as always,
    Sarah

  245. Stacie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:36 am | Permalink

    Mkay…First, have fun in India! How exciting! Don’t forget to keep us up-to date!

    My guess:
    31.87″ and 22 lbs, 11 oz.

  246. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:37 am | Permalink

    Hmmmm!! 23 lbs, 11 oz. annnnd 32 and 1/4 inches.

    Good luck on your trip – it’s crazy but not in a bad way. Think you guys will have a great time!

  247. Semra
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:37 am | Permalink

    24.2 lbs and 32.3 inches long. Have a safe and fun trip.

  248. freakinaliens
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:39 am | Permalink

    I go for 23.2 lbs and 32 inches.

  249. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:44 am | Permalink

    Hmmm my guesses are:

    Weight 23 lbs 6 oz
    Height 31.5 inches

    Enjoy your last day of work!

  250. Carrie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:48 am | Permalink

    My guesses are:
    23 lbs. 6 oz.
    31 1/2 in.
    Have a most excellent trip to India. I hope it provides some healing for you as well.

  251. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:49 am | Permalink

    23lbs 10 oz.
    31 inches tall

  252. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:50 am | Permalink

    Safe travels!

    Guesses:
    22lb 13oz
    31 5/8 inches

  253. Meg
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:50 am | Permalink

    24lbs 7 oz
    32 1/4 inches

    Love the new banner pics.
    This is going to be a great trip that you guys will always remember.

  254. CJ
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:52 am | Permalink

    22 weight
    31 tall

  255. Gaby
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:53 am | Permalink

    Mi guess: 23lb 7 oz
    31 1/4 inches.

  256. cp
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:55 am | Permalink

    Safe traveling.. hope you all can sleep the whole trip!
    32″ tall
    24 pounds 6 ounces

  257. amy b.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:56 am | Permalink

    Lets try:

    31 1/8 inches
    23 lbs. 4 oz.

  258. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:56 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 6 oz & 31.7

    =)

  259. Laura from the mi
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:59 am | Permalink

    I will guess… 24 lbs 7 oz and 31 & 7/8 inches tall.

  260. Ryan
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:01 am | Permalink

    Ok, here it goes

    Weight = 23 lbs, 8 oz
    Height = 31.73″

  261. Linsey
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:04 am | Permalink

    Weight: 23lbs, 8 ounces
    Height: 32.25 inches

  262. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:05 am | Permalink

    Hmm, OK, I’m going to say 22 LBS and 13 OZ, and 31 1/8 inches tall.

    I hope your trip to India goes smoothly, and is filled with spices and great experiences!

  263. Sasha
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:07 am | Permalink

    my guesses:
    22lbs 13oz
    31.6in

    Have a safe and wonderful trip to India!!!

  264. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:08 am | Permalink

    31 3/4″ & 23 lbs 3 oz

    i’m so excited for you to start blogging from india. it’s going to be an amazing experience for you and madeline :-)

  265. Ann in the St. Paul
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:09 am | Permalink

    31 7/8″ and 23 lbs. 2 oz.

    That guess is about as good as my playing darts – HA! This is my first post. Saw your site mentioned on the blog of a friend who attended your gala in the Mpls. So I started reading from the start, and it became my new Twilight series – as in I sacrificed sleep cause I couldn’t close my computer. Then made the genius decision to finish the last four posts at work . . . crying at desk raises questions – s#*t! Anyhoo, sending all sorts of good energy and positive thoughts for this next journey – blessings for health, wellness, peace, and joy!!

  266. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:11 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 6 oz

    31.75 inches

  267. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:11 am | Permalink

    Hi,

    Love your blog but have never commented before. Thought now was as good as time as any. Here’s my guess:

    24 lbs 2 oz and 33 1/4 inches tall

  268. wanda
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:12 am | Permalink

    the oprah show with you in it is now on tv in the netherlands! I just want to wish you and madeline all the luck of the world and a save trip to india. Madeline could’t wish a better dad than you Matt.
    Goodluck xxx

  269. Marcea Grilli
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:15 am | Permalink

    Good luck to all of you on the travels!

    My guess is 22 lbs and 31 inches tall.

    Take care
    Marcea

  270. Maxime
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:17 am | Permalink

    31.5 in, 22 lbs 8 oz :)

    Enjoy your last day of work! Maddy is adorable!

  271. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:17 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 1 oz, and 31 3/4 inches. Every ounce of her is cuteness!!!!!!

  272. Alison B
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:18 am | Permalink

    Have a great adventure!! I’m excited to hear all about it!

    24 pounds 4 oz
    32 inches

  273. Brandi
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:18 am | Permalink

    She is such a beauty. Have a blast on your trip to India!

    Weight: 23 pounds, 5 ounces
    Height: 32 3/4 inches

  274. Robin in TX
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:21 am | Permalink

    I guess 22 lbs 8 oz 31 7/8″

    And today is not the end, but rather a commencement of the next season in your life!

    As always wishing good things for you and Maddy.

  275. Elizabeth
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:21 am | Permalink

    Have an AMAZING time in India. Looking forward to seeing pictures/hearing the stories :)

    I’m going to guess:
    Weight: 23lbs 3 oz
    Height: 31.75″

  276. maijken from oregon
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:23 am | Permalink

    height – 32 inches
    weight – 24 pounds 5 ounces

  277. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:24 am | Permalink

    Weight – 23.1
    Height – 31.4

    :)

  278. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:25 am | Permalink

    31.5 inches tall
    22 lbs 4 oz

  279. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:25 am | Permalink

    22 lbs, 13 oz

    31 1/8th inches

    Have a great flight!!

  280. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:27 am | Permalink

    I’m gonna go with my hunch that that shot is of her towering over central park, and say she is actually 600 feet (7200 inches) tall and 5500 pounds(77000 ounces).

    Or 23-1 and 32 exactly.

  281. A new mom in Minnesota
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:29 am | Permalink

    I am so over the moon for you guys and your new adventure. Maddy will never be afraid to travel when she is older and wont be afraid to spread her wings. You are doing a remarkable job with her and she is becoming a beautiful young lady. Most men in your situation wouldnt probably have the strength and know how as you have done. You didnt ask for this situation but you stepped up to the plate, took control and are taking us all along for the ride. For that I am honored. I wish you safe travels, and look forward in the updates and pictures.
    My guess for Maddy is 24 lb 8 oz and 31.69″

  282. Anja
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:29 am | Permalink

    Matt, goodluck on your travels. I hope you will find some peace. Safe travels and good luck. I will be looking forward to reading your stories! Anja.

  283. Brandie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:32 am | Permalink

    I am guessing 21lbs and 16oz, and 31 & 6/8 inches.

  284. Danielle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:38 am | Permalink

    32 7/8th inches tall
    23.3 lbs.

    thats a great photo.

  285. Ren in the FL
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:38 am | Permalink

    25lbs 0oz and 32 1/2″

    I hope you have safe travels. Good luck to both you and maddy!

  286. Kerrie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:38 am | Permalink

    The lovely and adorable Maddy:

    22lbs, 13oz
    31 1/8 inches

    Best wishes for safe travel.

  287. Traci
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:39 am | Permalink

    I say 22 lbs 10oz and 31 1/2 inches tall.

    Best wishes to Maddie and you on your travels….Hope she doesn’t scream the whole flight again.

  288. Tricia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:39 am | Permalink

    Good luck today…it feels like you just announced you put your notice in! Can’t wait to hear all about the adventures in India. Have a safe and wonderful trip.
    Ok, my guess: 23.5 lbs and 32 inches tall.
    xoxoxoxo

  289. Claudia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:42 am | Permalink

    love your blog..

    i’m going to guess
    22 lbs 3 oz.
    31.8 in.

  290. Meghan
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:45 am | Permalink

    22 pounds 14 ounces
    31 and 1/8 inches tall.

    Have fun!!

  291. Annette D
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:47 am | Permalink

    GOOD LUCK AND HAVE A GREAT TRIP!!!

    My guess is:
    32.8″
    24 lbs 3 oz.

  292. Bearie Girl
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:47 am | Permalink

    My guess is 22lbs 8oz and 31 1/4″ tall. Maddy is adorable and I can’t wait to see pics of your travels in India. Have a great trip and be safe!

  293. Stephanie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:47 am | Permalink

    Have fun on your travels! This sounds like such a great adventure for you all.

    Maddy looks like such a lady in that photo!

    My guess is 23.4 pounds and 33 and 1/3 inches.

  294. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:48 am | Permalink

    I say 23lbs and 33″ ??? India? Wow.

  295. Nicole in the LV
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:49 am | Permalink

    My guesses are:
    H: 31.6″
    W: 23lbs 5oz

    I can’t wait to see the fabulous pictures from your travels as well as read about your adventures!! Have a safe flight and a wonderful time!!! :)

  296. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:50 am | Permalink

    I think she started walking since her last appointment right? so I am going to guess 22 lbs 5 ounces and 32 inches

  297. Rachel
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:52 am | Permalink

    My guesses for Maddy’s height and weight:

    31 & 3/5 inches and 22 lbs and 12 oz.

    I can’t wait to see pics and hear about your traveling! Have a safe trip!

  298. Andrea
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:53 am | Permalink

    Happy and safe travels!
    Height = 31 & 1/2
    Weight = 24 lbs 1 oz

  299. Marissa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:54 am | Permalink

    Lets see…. 32 inches and 23 pounds 3 ounces

  300. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:54 am | Permalink

    My guess:
    22 pounds 14 ounces
    31.9 inches

    I know this is going to be a bittersweet day for you – its hard to leave somewhere after so long.

    The very best of luck with your trip and I’m so glad you are going to blog and still post pics – I would have missed Maddy.

  301. Siobhan
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:54 am | Permalink

    Have fun on your adventures!

    I’m guessing Maddy’s 23 lbs. 4 oz, & 32 1/4″ tall

  302. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:57 am | Permalink

    Please have a safe trip! You guys will be in my prayers! I can’t wait to hear that you guys are there.

    Madeleine – 24 lbs 2 oz. 32.5″ tall.

    :)

    My 13 month old is bigger than Maddie :)

  303. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:58 am | Permalink

    Have a safe trip! I’ll be praying you land safely in India!

    Madeleine – 24 lb 2 oz. 32.5 inches

    My 13 month old is bigger than Maddie :)

  304. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:58 am | Permalink

    23 pounds 5 ounces

    31 3/4 inches

    I can’t wait to find out how much she has grown! She is just precious!

  305. Kaitlyn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:58 am | Permalink

    33 inches tall & 25.2 lbs.
    Have a safe and AMAZING trip! xo.

  306. Jaime
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:02 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23lbs 2ozs 32 1/4 inches..Have a great trip..Can’t wait to see pictures..

  307. Cassie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:04 am | Permalink

    Ok here goes, I ususally try too hard so this time – Weight – 23 lbs 2 oz; ht 32 and 1/2 ins

    Have a safe flight, can’t wait to hear more!!

  308. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:06 am | Permalink

    She weights 24 lbs 2 oz. and she is 33 1/2 in. tall…I hope :) lol

  309. Lindsay from Toronto
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:14 am | Permalink

    I’m going to guess 22lbs 9 oz and 32 ” bang on.

    Have a fantastic adventure with Maddy, Matt. All the best to you both and look forward to your entries and pictures.

    Lindsay

  310. Elizabeth
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:15 am | Permalink

    I’m guessing she’ll weigh 23 lb 2 oz and 32 1/8 inches. Hope you have a safe trip!!!

  311. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:15 am | Permalink

    Good luck in your upcoming travels! I think that it will be a great adventure for both you and Maddy!

    As for her check up, I think that she will be 23 pounds 1 ounce and will be 31 and 3/8 inches tall.

  312. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:15 am | Permalink

    32 inches, 22 pounds, 8 ounces

    Have a safe trip. Have a great time. Take lots of pictures!!!

  313. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:15 am | Permalink

    My guess is 31 3/4 inches tall, 23 lbs, 2 oz.

    Hope you last few days of packing etc. go well.

  314. Lindy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:16 am | Permalink

    Have a safe wonderful trip! I can’t wait to see photos!

    I guess Maddy is 24 lbs 6 oz and 31.5 inches tall

  315. Marsha
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:19 am | Permalink

    I am going to play for the first time and guess that Maddie weighs 22.8 pounds and is 31.8 inches tall

  316. Lacy Myers
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:21 am | Permalink

    22 pounds, 14 ounces
    31.5 inches

    Have fun in India!!!!

  317. Hailey
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:23 am | Permalink

    OK, first time guessing …

    Maddy is 23 lbs, 7 oz & 31 & 6/8 inches of pure joy!

    Hoping to win, Hailey :)

  318. Lisa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:23 am | Permalink

    23 pounds 9 oz.
    31 and 1/2 inches

    And yes, I totally want something cool from India! Safe travels!!!

  319. Christine D.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:26 am | Permalink

    My guess is:
    W=23lbs, 6oz
    H=31 and 3/4 inches

    Please have a safe trip!! Madeline is so beautiful!

  320. Courtney
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:27 am | Permalink

    Safe Travels!

    32.75 inches tall & 25lbs.

    Can’t wait to see pic & hear stories of your travels!

  321. Carrie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:28 am | Permalink

    Safe travels to all three of you!

    I’m betting that Madeline weighs 22 lbs 9 oz. and is 31 inches tall.

    Take care!

  322. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:30 am | Permalink

    She is so stinkin cute! Have a safe trip. =D

  323. Teri
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:30 am | Permalink

    I pray y’all have a safe, comfortable , wonderful trip. You all are in soooo many of our prayers.

    Height:33 1/2
    Weight:22 lbs 3oz

    Teri,
    Lake City, FL

  324. Joy Tincher
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:34 am | Permalink

    24.2 lbs
    31.5 tall

    Have fun in India!

  325. Cindi (LAtoBoston)
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:35 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 8 oz 32.5 inches.. I really hope I win! =)

  326. Vrhlhh
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:37 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 7.5oz
    32 3/4″

    Safe Journey !~

  327. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:40 am | Permalink

    I’m gonna guess she weighs 24 lbs and is 33 3/4 in ches tall!

    Good luck @ the appointment!

  328. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:43 am | Permalink

    Ok, I am finally going to submit a guess.

    Height: 32 1/4 inches
    Weight: 23 lbs 2oz

  329. Colleen Laskowski
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:44 am | Permalink

    Hi, I love watching Maddie grow. Good luck in India and I look forward to reading your book.

    My guess is:
    25lbs 6ozs.

    32 1/2 inches.

    Have a good day,
    Colleen

  330. Carla
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:44 am | Permalink

    Be safe, have fun, and bravo to you for taken such a leap of faith! I can’t wait to experience India through your words and pictures.

    I’m guessing Maddy is:
    24 pounds 2 oz
    31 and 1/2

  331. Danielle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:45 am | Permalink

    My guess is weight at 23 pounds and 9 ounces, and her height 32 1/4

  332. Ann V of the MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:47 am | Permalink

    23 lbs, 10 oz. and 33 inches tall

    Hope you have a wonderful and safe trip. I look forward to reading about your many new adventures in India.

  333. Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:48 am | Permalink

    31.5 inches
    23 pounds, 2 ounces

    Best of luck in India, although you don’t need it. Hurry up and write the book. I need some new reading material!

  334. Laura
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:51 am | Permalink

    Fly safe, precious cargo!
    Good luck on your journey, I hope that you are able to find much inner peace during your travels.

    Height: 32 2/3
    Weight: 22 lb 9 oz

  335. Rachel
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:52 am | Permalink

    have safe travels :) here is my guess:
    24lbs 2oz, 31 3/8 in

  336. Erin
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:52 am | Permalink

    23.1 pounds, 32 inches

  337. indichik
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:59 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23.7 lbs, 32.3 inches. I love the new pic too. Best wishes for your upcoming adventures!

  338. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:00 am | Permalink

    33 inches and 26 pounds.

  339. Jenny P
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:04 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 14oz
    31 1/2″ tall

    Have a great trip!! :)

  340. Katie in WI
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:04 am | Permalink

    31 and 1/8 inches tall

    22 lbs, 5 ounces

    safe travels….

  341. Dana
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:06 am | Permalink

    My guess is 22 lbs, 5 oz, and 31 1/4 inches.

    I’ve never commented before, but for some reason, today I am compelled to.

    I am so moved by you, your beautiful love story with Liz, and your equally beautiful love story with Maddy.

    Off to India now… but next time you are in the Sonoma County wine country, I’d love to meet you.

    Save travels and many blessings.

  342. Christine
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:06 am | Permalink

    22.lbs 6.0z
    31 inches tall
    Hope You Have An Awesome Time In India.

  343. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:09 am | Permalink

    She’s so cute and good luck with all the fun changes happening!

    My guess…

    24.2#s and 33.75″

  344. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:10 am | Permalink

    Have safe travels and a happy last day of work. I’ve been a lurker for awhile. Thanks for having the guts to write.

    Height – 30 3/4 inches
    Weight – 24 pounds 6 ounces

  345. Angela
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:12 am | Permalink

    21 lbs 7 oz
    32 inches

  346. Laura D in the Texas
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:13 am | Permalink

    Height: 32.58 inches
    Weight: 23 lbs 5 oz

    Have a safe and wonderful trip to India! Hope your last day of work is great for you! Good Luck and can’t wait to read about your adventures in India.

  347. Vivian
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:13 am | Permalink

    I hope you guys have the time of your lives. Lots of good thoughts and prayers coming your way as you enter on this amazing journey. Best of luck to you!!

    23lbs 13oz
    31 7/8 inches

  348. Alicia in the Florid
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:15 am | Permalink

    I am usually wayyyy off on my guesses but that doesn’t stop me from trying.

    23 lb. 6 oz.

    32 1/4″

  349. Trinity in the PNW
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:16 am | Permalink

    Matt, Maddy and Rachel,
    Have a wonderful trip to India! What an incredible experience for you guys! Looking forward to the blog updates. Happy and safe travels to the three of you :)

    My guesses for Maddy’s check-up: 22 lbs, 8 oz. and 31.25 inches

    Take care!

  350. Angela
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:19 am | Permalink

    22.2 lbs.
    32.2 in.

    Wishing you the best! Travel Safely!

  351. sarah
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:23 am | Permalink

    have a safe and uneventful trip. I hope you can keep us up to date on the happeneind over in India and that Rachel and Maddie enjoy it as much as you do.

    Im guessing…

    23 pounds 6 ounces

    33 1/4 inches tall

    Take care
    sarah

  352. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:25 am | Permalink

    23lb 11oz and 31.4″

    I wish you the best of luck on your journeys. I’ve been an avid reader since day one and am so happy for the new adventure you’ve about to set out on.

  353. Jessica
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:28 am | Permalink

    Hi Matt and Maddie!

    Have a safe trip, what a wonderful opportunity for you!

    My guess is: 22 lbs 10 oz, 32 and 3/4

  354. Cara
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:28 am | Permalink

    May you have a wonderful and safe trip! Can’t wait to hear of your upcoming adventure!
    18 mo checkup guess:
    23 lbs 10 oz
    31 7/8″

  355. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:29 am | Permalink

    Can’t resist throwing out a guess:
    23 lbs., 5 oz.
    31 1/4 inches

    Wishing you safe travels and many amazing adventures!!

  356. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:32 am | Permalink

    All the best on your travels!

    Guess:
    Weight: 23lbs 2oz.
    Height: 31 1/2 inches.

    Can’t wait to get your updates from India.

  357. Michelle Sanchez
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:34 am | Permalink

    23.7 weight

    33.5 height :]

  358. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:36 am | Permalink

    26# 4 oz. and 32 1/4 inches long

    Shannon From Iowa!

  359. sarah in noco
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:47 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 11 oz, 31.5 inches

    All the best as you embark on this new journey. Know that so many people are holding you and Madeline up in thought and prayer. Blessings to you both~

  360. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:47 am | Permalink

    Have fun!!
    24 lbs. 2 oz
    32.9

  361. Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:49 am | Permalink

    23 lbs. 1 oz.
    31 inches

    Good Luck!!

  362. C.J.W.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:55 am | Permalink

    Here’s my guess:
    22.12pounds
    32.5 inches

    Safe travels to you, Maddy, and Maddy’s Nanny!!!

  363. Jodi
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:58 am | Permalink

    Best of luck and have a safe journey to India! I can’t wait to see the pictures and read your blog about your adventures.

    My guess: 33.75 inches and 24 lbs 5 oz

  364. Michele T
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:00 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 1 oz
    32″

  365. Diane B.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:04 pm | Permalink

    Normally I don’t guess because I can’t even guess the height/weight of my own girls let alone one I haven’t toted around sound asleep on my shoulder….

    Height: 30 7/8 inches
    Weight: 23 lbs 4 oz

    Here’s hoping that she’s had a huge growth spurt if all the folks who are saying that at 18 mo she’s half way to her adult height are right. Otherwise, it’s looking like she got a generous helping of Liz’s “altitude challenged” genes. As much as she looks more like her mommy everyday, I gotta say that she looks more and more like you, too, Matt.

  366. Jenna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:04 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds, 12 ounces.

    32.4 inches tall.

  367. Lindsay
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:05 pm | Permalink

    24lbs 3oz
    31.38 inches

    Safe and happy travels! Keep the updates coming!

  368. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:06 pm | Permalink

    Hmmmm….
    24 pounds, 6 ounces
    32 1/4 inches

  369. Melissa N.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:09 pm | Permalink

    25 lbs 3 ozs
    31.5 tall
    She’s too pretty :)

  370. Chrissie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:11 pm | Permalink

    32 inches long and 22 pounds 14 oz.

    Good luck with your travels and I am wishing for you to have a very smooth flight! Hope it goes by fast.

  371. Lauren
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:12 pm | Permalink

    i’ll go ahead and say:
    25 lbs
    and 32 inches tall.

    ps; cute picture Maddy!!!!!

  372. ALIYA
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:12 pm | Permalink

    Matt

    My guess is 26lbs and 31 inches ??

    I hope you have safe travels

  373. madeline
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:25 pm | Permalink

    I’m really sad for Liz’s parents. They must be heartbroken that you are taking their grand daughter away for so long.

  374. Kristin
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:27 pm | Permalink

    22lbs 2oz
    31 inches tall

    That is my guess, of course I really have NO idea! :)

  375. Danielle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:28 pm | Permalink

    22 lbs 6 oz
    31 7/8 in

  376. judi mitchell
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:28 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds….31 inches……

  377. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:31 pm | Permalink

    My guess for Maddy’s height and weight is
    23 lbs and 32 1/2 inches

  378. Caroline
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:31 pm | Permalink

    32.5 inches tall
    24 lbs 2 oz

  379. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:34 pm | Permalink

    @madeline

    it’s not that different from how things are right now.

    they live in minnesota.

    we live in los angeles.

    it’s still a phone call/video conference.

  380. Lori
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:35 pm | Permalink

    Best wishes for your travels! Enjoy it and relax some too ya hear :-)

  381. mmn1927
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:37 pm | Permalink

    I’m goning to guess, 23 lbs 5 ounces and 31.5 inches

    Safe travels to India!

  382. Jen (in St. Louis)
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:38 pm | Permalink

    My 3 year old just looked at the screen and said “Aww, Mom, look how cute she is. And her shoes are off.”

  383. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:39 pm | Permalink

    Ah…that is an adorable picture Matt!
    My guess is weight at 23 pounds 5 ounces and height at 31 and 5/8 inches.

    Hoping for you both, and wonderful trip!
    Filled with many adventures, and love!
    Raelyn

  384. Sheena
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:40 pm | Permalink

    A neat online bow shop http://www.bowtiquelollipop.com/causes.html sells ribbon bows for different causes. They donate half of the proceeds of each bow the the organization represented. You should get a Liz Logelin Foundation bow made!
    -just an idea.

  385. Colleen from MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:42 pm | Permalink

    My guess is ht: 31 3/4 inches and wt: 23 pounds even!

  386. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:42 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs, 4oz 31.5″ tall.

    And that picture is precious. How do you get her to leave the barrettes in?

  387. Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:44 pm | Permalink

    22.5lbs and 31.2inches tall

  388. Christy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:47 pm | Permalink

    I say 23 lbs, 7 ounces and about 32 and 1/4 inches tall.

  389. Steph in MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:49 pm | Permalink

    Matt and Madeline! Have a safe and fun trip! Good luck with your writing……my guess is…..

    23# 8 Oz and 31.8 inches

    All the best!

  390. Page
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 12:52 pm | Permalink

    Have a very safe trip! My guess is 23 pounds 7 ounces and 31 3/4 inches.

  391. Erica from MPLS
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:00 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds, 2 ounces
    31 and 1/4 inches tall

    Safe Travels Matt & Madeline. <3

  392. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:00 pm | Permalink

    23lbs 8oz
    32 3/7 inches
    OFF THE CHARTS in cuteness.
    ;)

  393. Emma
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:01 pm | Permalink

    23.2 lbs and 31.5! good luck and safe travels!

  394. Deanna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:01 pm | Permalink

    23# 7oz.
    31 5/8″

    Travel safely in your new journey.

  395. Andrea in Roanoke
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:01 pm | Permalink

    Didn’t know where else to post this and I hope it doesn’t get buried in with all the other comments, but I thought you’d be interested in a few blogs dedicated to doing girls hair. Maddy is still a bit young for this but you can have ideas for when she gets more hair. BTW, I think it’s great you are putting clips and stuff in her hair now, most dad’s neglect that part. I guess Rachael can help with the hair too.
    So here they are: http://www.princesshairstyles.com/ and http://www.cutegirlshairstyles.com/. These are my favorite sites but there are more out there. And don’t get overwhelmed. Some of the styles are difficult but they have simple ones too. Hope this helps.

  396. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:05 pm | Permalink

    Guesses: 31 5/8″ & 22lb 7oz

    Best wishes for happy travels and keeping your best girl safe and sound.

    Can’t wait to read what you will be doing.

  397. Karen E.
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:06 pm | Permalink

    She is such a doll! Best wishes on your new journey.

  398. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:09 pm | Permalink

    I have no idea how fast babies grow, so this is a total shot in the dark:

    24 lbs 5 oz
    33 in

    Sounds reasonable, right? Enjoy your last day at work and have a safe journey to India!

  399. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:13 pm | Permalink

    I’m always amazed at how much she looks like her mama.

    Good luck on your last day of work, your trip to the doctor, and your fantastic voyage. Prayers are with you, Matt!

  400. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:18 pm | Permalink

    22lbs. and 31 inches!

  401. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:19 pm | Permalink

    I’m guessing 22.8 lbs and 31 inches tall…

  402. Jennifer
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:20 pm | Permalink

    I am going to guess 33 inches tall and 23 pounds and 1 ounce. Cheers and best wishes!

  403. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:24 pm | Permalink

    She is a replica of her mother..

    Weight 23.2 pounds
    Height 31.4 inches

  404. Kerry Moen
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:26 pm | Permalink

    22 lbs 12 oz
    32 1/4 inches tall

  405. KarenWehrman
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:26 pm | Permalink

    That picture of Maddy is adorable! Here’s my guess: 32 1/8in & 22lbs 11oz

    Best wishes for a safe trip to you, Maddy, and Rachel! Can’t wait to see pictures and hear all about it.

  406. Shelly
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:29 pm | Permalink

    Hi Matt and Maddie! Have a great trip! My guess is 24 pounds, 1 ounce and 31 and 1/2 inches.

  407. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:30 pm | Permalink

    I guess 22 lbs. 10 ounces and 31.25″

    love love love…see you travelers upon your return! P.S. don’t try to use Maddy’s bassinet on the plane, you will break it…just a random thought.

  408. Ashley
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:32 pm | Permalink

    31.5″ tall, 23 pounds 2 oz

    Good luck on the plane rides. Bring her some NEW things to look at that she has never seen and don’t forget extra clothes for YOU! Around 18 months old, my Maddie started showing a little interest in kids programming on TV (no interest in our programming on TV and we don’t watch much when she is awake anyway!). Maybe download some kids programs onto your iPod or computer for her? I know kids don’t do as well as we do with headphones though.

    I have these speakers that attach to my iPod that make them ‘built in’ from iHome, so she listens that way normally to her movies, but I don’t think that works very well on a plane!

    Does Maddie have her own seat or are you going with sharing laps with you and Rachel?

  409. Michelle
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:35 pm | Permalink

    24lbs 5oz and 31 3/4 inches

  410. Maggie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:36 pm | Permalink

    23lb 4oz, 31 3/4″

  411. Cecelia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:36 pm | Permalink

    24 pounds
    33 and 1/2 inches tall

    Have a wonderful trip to India, take millions of pictures and be safe!

  412. olivia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:36 pm | Permalink

    31 3/8 inches
    23 pounds 6 ounces

    She is so cute in that picture and looks just like her mommy. Safe travels and I hope you guys have a great time there!

  413. Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:37 pm | Permalink

    30 3/4″
    23 pounds and 1 ounce

    So bummed we won’t get to meet you at Disneyland in a couple weeks, but excited for your adventure in India! Can’t wait to see all the cute dresses you find for Maddy in India :-)

  414. Aidan
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 1:48 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 7 ounces
    32 inches

  415. aawater
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:07 pm | Permalink

    23.5 lbs and 24 inches.

    Have a great last day and good luck tomorrow at the doctor! Hope everything goes smoothly your last few days!!

  416. aawater
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:07 pm | Permalink

    sorry meant 34 inches

  417. amie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:12 pm | Permalink

    30 7/8 inches
    22 lbs 6 ounces

    Safe Travels, have fun!

  418. Alaina
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:18 pm | Permalink

    22 lbs 6 ounces
    31.5 inches

  419. sarah
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:20 pm | Permalink

    24 lbs 5 oz
    32 and a half for height !

  420. bj
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:20 pm | Permalink

    Darling!

    22 lbs. 15 1/2 ounces
    31 1/4 inches

  421. Shani
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:25 pm | Permalink

    24lbs 6oz
    32 5/8 inches

  422. Tiffany Leo
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:26 pm | Permalink

    22lbs 8.5 ounces
    31 1/4 inches

  423. Jill
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:27 pm | Permalink

    Matt – new to your blog. Thanks for sharing. Good luck in your travels.

    23lbs 11oz

    33 inches

  424. Chiaty
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:28 pm | Permalink

    Best wishes to you and Maddie as you set off on this new adventure! I’m looking forward to hearing all the colorful stories of this new chapter in your lives.

    31.7″
    22 lb 13 oz

  425. Sheila in Denver
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:32 pm | Permalink

    Weight: 23 lbs 8 ounces
    Height: 32 1/2 inches

    I hope you two have a wonderful time in India!!!

  426. Kimberly in Chicago
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:39 pm | Permalink

    Have a safe and wonderful trip!

    31.5 inches
    23 lbs 2 ounces

  427. Jackie in CoMO
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:43 pm | Permalink

    30.79″,
    23lbs, 3oz

    :)
    सुरक्षित यात्रा

  428. Melissa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 2:58 pm | Permalink

    I will guess that pretty little Maddy is 24 pounds 6 ounces and 31 1/4 inches tall.
    Have a safe flight!

  429. Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:05 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 7 ounces
    31 inches

  430. victoria
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:08 pm | Permalink

    I guess 32 1/4 inches and 25 lbs 8 oz

  431. Karyn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:21 pm | Permalink

    25 lbs. 2 oz.
    32 inches…
    a beautiful young lady! :)

  432. Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:22 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds 15 ounces
    31 1/2 inches

    You have a busy week ahead of you!! I hope you can get some rest when you get there, because from the sounds of it you likely won’t get much until then. Good luck! Maddy is adorable!

  433. fee
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:25 pm | Permalink

    24 pounds and 32.5 height?

    have a fantastic trip matt, maddy & nanny!

  434. Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:46 pm | Permalink

    22.25 lbs and 31 inches

    Good luck on your travels. I hope India ends up being everything you hoped for; I also wish for nothing but peace and happiness for you and Miss Maddie in the future. Happy trails to you! ;-)

  435. Canadian Megan
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:50 pm | Permalink

    22.7 lbs
    31.7 inches

    Yeah, I’ll just stick with that and stop changing it… :) (I originally wrote down 32 1/8″ & 23 lbs 4 oz)

  436. Christine
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:50 pm | Permalink

    22 Pounds and 32 inches.

  437. Ashley
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:53 pm | Permalink

    24lbs 8 oz 31 inches!

    Have a fabulous time in India! We’ll all be here waiting to hear about it!

  438. Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:55 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds 11 ounces
    32 1/4 ” tall

    Have a safe journey!!

  439. Posted 10/1/2009 at 3:58 pm | Permalink

    32 inches tall

    23 pounds 3 ounces

  440. nicole
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:03 pm | Permalink

    Hmmm, let’s say 25lbs, 4 ounces and 32.25″ tall. Safe travels, Matt. I hope this trip brings you some peace.

  441. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:13 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs. 4 oz.
    32 in. long

    I hope you guys have a safe flight!

  442. lynsi
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:16 pm | Permalink

    I THINK SHE IS 25.4 POUNDS AND 33.7 INCHES TALL!!! I HOPE I WIN!!

  443. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:18 pm | Permalink

    I think she’s 23.6 pounds and 32.4 inches.

    Good luck on Monday! We’ll be thinking of you.

  444. Astrid Ferrell
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:24 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 4.5 oz

    31 and 5/8 inches

  445. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:34 pm | Permalink

    Safe journeys for you and your family.
    Did you announce what part of India you’ll be residing? If it’s near Mumbai do let me know I have close friends there that could be a great network for you – though I’m sure you have a great one already.

    Aloha-

  446. Wendy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:35 pm | Permalink

    She’s going to make dress making tough! She’s much taller than my girl. We’ll try our best. Expect dresses when you return. Safe travels and have a wonderful time.

  447. Seattle Kate
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:39 pm | Permalink

    Congrats on your last day of work and Bon Voyage to you and Maddy! I’m so looking forward to reading your posts from India and seeing lots and lots of photos. Lots!!

  448. Angi-O
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:40 pm | Permalink

    I love Maddy’s pose in that pic! It is too cute!

    I’m going to guess
    31.8 inches height
    23lbs 4oz for weight

  449. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:41 pm | Permalink

    22.2 lbs
    31.12 inches

  450. Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:44 pm | Permalink

    Safe travels!

    Our little shrimp just went to her 2 year old appt today and she’s still not weighing as much as our boys did at age 1. Go figure.

    So, for your punkin:

    32 inches
    23 pounds

  451. Jenny
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:46 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 2 ounces and 32 inches long

    Best wishes with your travel!

  452. Kenna
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 4:53 pm | Permalink

    I’m guessing she’s 24 pounds, 8 ounces, and 32 1/4″ tall!

  453. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:02 pm | Permalink

    24.12 lbs.
    32.25 in.

    Happy & safe travels to all three of you. Can’t wait to see all the pictures!

  454. Shei
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:16 pm | Permalink

    Ok…first time playing this game…

    Weight: 22 lbs 2 oz
    Height: 32 1/4 inches

    Have a great and safe trip to India. We can’t wait to see pictures!

  455. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:18 pm | Permalink

    22.12 lbs
    30.8 inches
    And really cute!

  456. Alicia Plascencia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:26 pm | Permalink

    My guess is 24 lbs 6 oz, 32.75 inches.

    Can’t wait to see and hear about your adventure!

  457. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:33 pm | Permalink

    Have a wonderful and safe trip! Can’t wait to hear more about it!
    My guesses:
    22 lbs. 4 oz.
    31.25 inches

  458. Sarah Mac
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:39 pm | Permalink

    Such a cute picture!!! I am guessing 23.2 lbs and 31 1/4 inches. Grow, Maddy, Grow! Have a wonderful time in India? How long will you be there?

  459. Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:41 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 2 oz
    31.5 inches

    Have a fun and safe trip!!!

  460. Colleen LI
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:47 pm | Permalink

    1st time making a comment
    my guess is:
    22lbs 3 ounces
    32 1/4 inches

    I have to say I’ve been following you for a few months and honestly think you are so awesome and inspire me in so many ways…

    Hope you have a wonderful and safe trip!!!

  461. Katie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:58 pm | Permalink

    23lbs, 6 oz
    32″ tall.

    Good luck on your flight to India! That picture is beautiful. :)

  462. Lisa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 5:58 pm | Permalink

    Weight, 23.7 lbs
    Height 31 1/5 inches

  463. Maggie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:20 pm | Permalink

    I guess 23lb 6oz and 32.5 inches.

    I hope that India is everything you need it to be and I cant wait to read more about it. You are very inspiring, and Madeline is lucky that she has you as her dad.

  464. Melanie in MN
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:22 pm | Permalink

    24 pounds and 32 inches

    Have fun in India can’t wait to hear about it!

  465. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:28 pm | Permalink

    Since Maddie reminds me so much of my little blondie, I’m basing my guess off of her 18 month appt. Maddie looks a wee bit shorter and a tiny bit slimmer than my chunky monkey, so I’m shaving off a bit.
    I think your little girl will be 25 lbs. 4 oz. and 31.5 inches tall. :)

  466. Karla in Nebraska
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:28 pm | Permalink

    Ok here is my guess 31.7 height and weight is 23.7 lbs!
    She is amazingly beautiful!

  467. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:29 pm | Permalink

    Alright, I haven’t played before, but here are my guesses:

    23lbs 3oz
    31 1/4 inches

    A little bit jealous that you are going overseas for so long…. :D Have a great trip!

  468. sara b from mn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:30 pm | Permalink

    Safe travels! My guess — 23 lbs 12 oz. 32 3/8 inches tall.

  469. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:41 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds, 14 ounces; 30 and 5/8 inches tall

    Best wishes on your travels, future & journey!

  470. Tiffany
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:45 pm | Permalink

    Have fun!
    My guesses are 22lbs 7oz and 32in tall.

  471. Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:49 pm | Permalink

    31 1/2
    23lbs 4oz

  472. Jess
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:50 pm | Permalink

    31.4 inches
    23 lbs 2 oz

  473. Heather Maguire
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:54 pm | Permalink

    I guess 23lbs 4 oz and 33 inches tall. I can’t wait until you get to India and give us and update. Wishing you the best on your new adventure.

  474. Gretchen Enger
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 6:56 pm | Permalink

    Weight: 23 lbs 7 oz
    Height: 31 1/2 inches

    Best of luck on your travels to India. I can’t wait to live vicariously through you, Maddy, and Rachel.

  475. Chrystina
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:09 pm | Permalink

    25.8 lbs
    32 inches tall

  476. Jen H
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:22 pm | Permalink

    Guess: 23lbs 13oz and 32 inches

    All the best to you both always!

  477. Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:23 pm | Permalink

    23lbs 4oz and 32 1/4 in tall

    Have fun on your trip! She looks so much like her mama.

  478. Linds
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:24 pm | Permalink

    32.4 inches tall, 24 pounds.

    congrats on your last day of work! and as always, safe travels.

  479. Tara in The Fort
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:32 pm | Permalink

    Wow! I can’t believe you’re already leaving. What an adventure! Please be safe and update us when you can. I’ll be watching for Twitter updates!

  480. mollie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:34 pm | Permalink

    Hi Matt,

    My guess is 23lbs 2 oz / 31 5/8″ tall.

    Have a wonderful trip making new memories with Madeline in a place that is obviously close to your heart, while reliving old ones as you write.

    Wishing you safe travels!!

  481. Cory
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:42 pm | Permalink

    31.89 inches
    23.0 pounds

  482. Sara
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 7:56 pm | Permalink

    Height 32 1/4 inches
    Weight 24 pounds

    Have a great trip! I look forward to your updates from India!

  483. Jenn
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:02 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs. 2oz.
    31 1/8 inches

  484. nicole
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:06 pm | Permalink

    23 lb 6 oz
    32 1/4 inches

    good luck………please take morning walk pics with maddy while in india! what can she throw (for lack of apples)?

  485. Melissa
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:14 pm | Permalink

    22lbs 7oz
    31 and 5/8″

  486. Kellie
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:15 pm | Permalink

    My guess is 23 pounds, 10 ounces
    and
    31 and 5/8 inches tall

  487. Shelia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:22 pm | Permalink

    I can’t wait to see what you write from India and the pictures you will post. 22.7 pounds and 31.5 inches tall.

  488. Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:27 pm | Permalink

    My guess is: 31.75 inches and 23 lb. 8 oz. :)
    Hope you have a safe, wonderful trip!!

  489. Jess
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:38 pm | Permalink

    Completely random guess:
    24 pounds 3 oz.
    32 3/8 inches

  490. Jennifer
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 8:45 pm | Permalink

    24 lbs 6 oz
    31.7 inches

    Safe and happy travels!

  491. lilia
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:03 pm | Permalink

    I’m guessing. Height-32.45″ and weight-24.5 pounds. Good luck in india.

  492. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:06 pm | Permalink

    Have an amazing time…I cannot wait to see pics from your adventure !
    My guess….and I didnt read all the other ones…so sorry if I guessed the same as someone else…I have mega headache.
    23lbs 7 oz 31.5 inches tall

  493. Liliana
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:10 pm | Permalink

    Just to make your job harder here is my guess but I suck at it.

    33 1/4 inches
    24.5 pounds

    Good luck in India. I feel like I’m going to miss you even though we don’t even live in the same place ;)

    My husband will be in India for 2 weeks during October. What should I ask him to bring for me ? I’m sure Liz would have said some nice jewelry, you might say a Robot ;)

  494. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:11 pm | Permalink

    The photo is adorable. Such attitude!

    My guesses for Maddy’s 18 month appointment:

    height: 32 5/8″
    weight: 24 pounds, 4 oz.

    Congrats of your last day and happy travels.

  495. Shannon in Canada
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:13 pm | Permalink

    I will guess 23 pounds 3oz and 32 1/4 inches tall :)

    Have an amazing trip you guys!! Look forwards to updates from India :)

    Shannon in Victoria

  496. Robin
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:13 pm | Permalink

    23lbs 7oz
    31.5 in

    I converted it myself from my metric :) guess

  497. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:19 pm | Permalink

    32″ and 23.6 lbs

    Safe travels!

  498. KaelsMom
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:32 pm | Permalink

    Hi Matt and Madeline….
    I love guessing games this one is my favourite…my daughter was born may 6th 2008 and is pretty well on the same weight scale as madeline but she is 3 inches taller… a little bean pole…
    so my guess is 21 lbs 13oz and 31 1/2 inches tall
    I hope that you 2 have a wonderful time in india i can’t wait to see some pictures!!!

    Happy Travels
    Ps:
    Love the little pose she did in the picture too cute and i can’t believe she leaves the clip in I win some hair battles but I always lose the war as soon as she finds the barrette/elastic its gone usually 20 mins later! LOL

  499. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:38 pm | Permalink

    She’s so adorable!
    I will guess 23 pounds and 32 inches.

  500. Kathryn Taylor
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:50 pm | Permalink

    Hi Matt, Hope you have a great trip to india!! I am guessing her weight is 25lbs 2ozs and 32 inches long!! Hope I’m right!!

  501. KaelsMom
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:50 pm | Permalink

    So i have reading issues….so my above guess is going to be revised because obviously you feed her and she would have gained more than 2 oz in 3 months…duh!
    so i guess 23 lbs 8oz and 31 and 3/8 inches tall!!

  502. Posted 10/1/2009 at 9:55 pm | Permalink

    wt: 23lbs 4oz
    ht: 31 5/8″

  503. Jeremy
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:08 pm | Permalink

    Hey Matt

    Been reading your incredible story/blog a little over a week now. Kudos on a job WELL done from a fellow dad.

    32 1/4 inches
    23 lbs, 5 oz

    Have a safe,productive, and most importantly enjoyable, trip to India!

  504. Nina
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:29 pm | Permalink

    23lbs 8oz and 32″ tall

    Have a wonderful trip and safe travels!

    Can’t wait to see the blog from India

  505. Amanda in the Minneapolis
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:43 pm | Permalink

    I hope Maddy doesn’t scream the whole way to India! Here’s hoping she does a lot of sleeping! Safe travels to you both. I wish I could be Maddy’s nanny and come on the trip of a lifetime!

    My guesses are:
    Weight: 23lbs 9oz
    Height: 31.75 inches

  506. Marsh
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 10:46 pm | Permalink

    Best wishes to you and Maddy as you begin your new adventures! My guess is 32 1/8 inches tall and 23 lbs., 4 oz.

  507. Michelle W
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:14 pm | Permalink

    31 1/3 inches
    22 pounds 2 ounces

  508. alison wilson
    Posted 10/1/2009 at 11:14 pm | Permalink

    22.2 lbs
    31.3 inches tall

    ‘I shall be telling this with a sigh
    Somewhere ages and ages hence:
    Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
    I took the one less traveled by,
    And that has made all the difference.’

    The Road Not Taken, Robert Frost

  509. Claire
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:41 am | Permalink

    23 lbs., 3 oz.
    31 & 5/8 inches

    :) She is sooooo adorable!

  510. amy
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:57 am | Permalink

    23lb 3oz

    31 7/8 inches

    Good luck in India!

  511. tessa miller
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:21 am | Permalink

    22.54 lbs
    31.09 inches

    have a wonderful time. safe travels

  512. Emily Aloha
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:25 am | Permalink

    26 pounds, 6 ounces
    32.25 inches

    Good Luck, Godspeed, and Safe travels. Post often!

  513. Kristin
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:26 am | Permalink

    My son (who is a week younger than Maddy) had a check up this week as well so I will go with his measurements!

    Height: 33 inches

    Weight: 27.4 lbs

  514. Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:37 am | Permalink

    Look at the foot, this little girl sure knows how to strike a pose. Thanks for sharing Matt, I think you can start calling yourself an author now…. Have a safe trip and enjoy India.

    As for the guess I’m terrible but I’ll take a shot. She’s
    23 pounds 8 ounces
    32 inches

  515. Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:48 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 9 ounces
    31 inches tall

    I always love to guess my own childrens’ heights/weights before their well visits too.

    I love this age, don’t you?! My daughter was born in May, the same year as Maddy, and although I think every stage is wonderful, I totally feel like in the last few months I am seeing this little flower just open up into this wonderful human being all it’s own. I love it!

    Good luck with your travels!

  516. creative cakes
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:52 am | Permalink

    Hey there Matt!

    I rarely comment, but I thought I should wish you luck on your new journey.

    As for Maddy, she will always be a long as you can love her and she will never weigh too much for you to hold her in your arms and hug her. So, at 18 months, that would be 31 3/4″ and 24 lbs 5 oz!

    Again, happy travels and happy writing!

    Don’t be dismayed by good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends.

    -Richard Bach

  517. Posted 10/2/2009 at 3:33 am | Permalink

    Have a good flight and a safe trip, and do give me shout when in Mumbai!!

  518. Posted 10/2/2009 at 3:42 am | Permalink

    Why does that look like a ‘John Travolta’ pose to me!! :D

    She looks like Liz so much….

  519. Griselda
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:04 am | Permalink

    32 inches
    22 lbs

  520. Annji
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:58 am | Permalink

    23 lbs 6 oz and 31 3/4 inches tall.
    I hope you guys have a safe trip!!

  521. Kristin
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:16 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 14 oz
    31″

    I hope your flight to India goes well!

  522. Emily from PA
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:29 am | Permalink

    OK, here’s my guess:

    22.7 lbs and 31.4 inches tall

    I hope you all have a safe trip over to India and I can’t wait to read the blog and see all of the great pictures from your trip. Have fun!

  523. maruschka
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:31 am | Permalink

    respect!!!
    greetz from the netherlands.

  524. Sarah
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:32 am | Permalink

    Cripes. My son is NINE months old and 30 inches and 24 lbs. 94% in both (yes, both his parents are TALL!). So I have no clue what to say about Maddy. Other than she is just so super cute. ;)

  525. Marlie
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:40 am | Permalink

    Hello!

    I’m from the Netherlands and the Oprah show you were in was on today.. What a cute girl you have, she is so adorable. I could almost eat here ;)
    If you ever need a travel nanny. i’ll love to travel haha!
    I think it’s a huge accomplishmend you made the past 18 months, Go you!!!

    Sorry for my english,
    Have a nice time in India!

    Love from Holland

  526. Gaby
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:52 am | Permalink

    Thinking of you and Maddy and the amazing journey ahead of you. Like you said, this is the way Liz would have wanted it, so what a better motivation to just do it and go for it. Take care and keep us posted please.

  527. Elena
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:56 am | Permalink

    Hello Matt
    I’m from Holland and i sow your story by Oprah. I would say that i’m be proud of what you do!
    Madeline is a beatiful kid. And you do the best of all.

    Greets Elena (Holland)

  528. Laurie Spiess
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:57 am | Permalink

    I guess 23 lbs 6 oz, 32 1/4 inches tall.
    Looking forward to hearing about India.
    Happy Travels!

  529. Woo Bear
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:57 am | Permalink

    23 1/2 lbs. 32 3/8 tall

    Best wishes, Peace, Love & Happiness…xoxo

  530. KK
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:07 am | Permalink

    23 lbs & 31 1/2 inches–all cuteness! Safe travels. You’ve got many prayers behind you both.

  531. Cheryl James
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:09 am | Permalink

    My crystal ball is giving me these numbers….Maddy will be 24 pounds and 6 ounces. Her height will be 32 and 3/8 inches tall. My predictions for your future in India look amazing…have fun and be careful!

  532. Zoe
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:30 am | Permalink

    My guesses are:
    Weight: 22 lbs 14 onces
    height: 31 and 1/4 inches

    Good luck.

  533. Jody
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:01 am | Permalink

    Weight: 23 lbs 1 oz
    Height: 31 1/4 inches

    How long are you going to be in India? Have a safe trip. I wish you the best!

  534. Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:02 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23 pounds and 12 oz and 31.5 inches.

    I hope you have a wonderful trip!! Safe travels. Can’t wait to see your pics!

  535. Joie
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:09 am | Permalink

    Godspeed. I think I have commented before but if not, I am a loyal lurker until today. What a wonderful time you and Maddy and the very lucky nanny will have in India! My guess is that Madeline will be 22 lbs 15 oz and her height will be 31 and 3/4″ tall.

  536. monica poveda
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:19 am | Permalink

    ok my guess is:
    Weight: 23.7 lbs
    Height: 31.7 in

  537. monica poveda
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:19 am | Permalink

    ok my guess is:
    Weight: 23.7 lbs
    Height: 31.7 in
    Good luck in India!

  538. Yosra
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:23 am | Permalink

    Asalamu Alaykom,

    You know I never guess because that would be dealing with numbers…which I can’t do easily.

    I used to tell you to wave as you flew over MN traveling from NY to LA. I forgot to ask you to wave as you flew from LA to India. Did you remember?

  539. Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:35 am | Permalink

    my guess is 31.25 inches tall and 23.50 lbs.
    Have fun in India.

  540. Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:02 am | Permalink

    I say she is 23lbs and 32in tall :) Have fun in India my husband and I would love to go when our kids are out of the house. My hubby had just come back from 3 months there when we met in 1992. It’ll be a great adventure for all of you.. Good luck on the long flight! :)

  541. holly
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:05 am | Permalink

    Weight: 24.1
    Height: 32.15

    Good luck with your travels!

  542. nat
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:34 am | Permalink

    23lb1oz
    32 and a half inches
    have a great trip!

  543. Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:39 am | Permalink

    Can’t wait to hear about your journey!!
    Love that picture of Maddy.

    My guesses: 23.45lbs, 31.52 inches

  544. Darlinda in MN
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:50 am | Permalink

    My guess is that your darling girl weighs 24 lb 10 ounces and is 31 3/8 inches. Have a wonderful trip. Can’t wait to hear all about your experiences in India!

  545. Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:05 am | Permalink

    hmm, she is so petite, this is difficult.

    I say 23 lbs 2 oz and 32 1/4 inches.

    good luck on your travels!!

  546. kim
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:06 am | Permalink

    I am so excited for the both of you on your upcoming trip! I wish you the best in your new endeavor.

    I am going to submit my guess for the first time.

    Weight: 23lbs 8oz
    Height: 31 1/2

  547. Martha Garcia from the SF Bay Area
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:06 am | Permalink

    23lbs 2oz
    31.25″ tall

  548. Cari
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:09 am | Permalink

    Good luck on your next adventure…. Stay safe and write often…

  549. Mandi in The Austin
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:12 am | Permalink

    22 pounds 8 ounces

    31 1/8 inches tall

    I now Love Iron & Wine, thanks to you Matt :o )

  550. Sara
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:27 am | Permalink

    31 5/6 inches and 22 pounds, 11 oz.

  551. Liz
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:32 am | Permalink

    32 1/8 inches
    22 lbs 11 oz.

    you two have fun on your newest adventure!

  552. Kelly
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:33 am | Permalink

    Have a great trip!

    24 lbs,4 oz
    32 1/4 inches

  553. Kara
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:34 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23 lb. 12 oz. and 32 1/4″

    Have an amazing trip!

  554. kbo
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:55 am | Permalink

    My guess:
    24 lbs 3 oz
    31 1/4 in

    Have fun in India, I know you’d never imagine its what you’d be doing now but it looks like things are going great for you and Madeline.

  555. Heidi
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:59 am | Permalink

    Height – 32 5/8
    Weight – 24 5 oz

    Have a safe trip!

  556. meg
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:59 am | Permalink

    height: 32 5/8″
    weight: 23 lbs 8 oz

  557. Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:06 am | Permalink

    Gosh she’s growing up so quickly!! I can’t wait to see pictures of your travels in India. What an exciting new chapter in your life.

    My guess for the gorgeous girl is
    24.5 lbs
    31 1/4 inches.

  558. Samantha
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:30 am | Permalink

    22 lbs 8 oz and 31-1/2″

    Have a safe trip!

  559. Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:35 am | Permalink

    Safe travels!

    Weight: 22.75 pounds
    Height: 33.25 inches

  560. Sarah
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:37 am | Permalink

    Safe Travels!
    22.9 lbs.
    31.8 inches

  561. April
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:54 am | Permalink

    22.8 lbs.
    32.3 in.

    Grow Maddy Grow!

  562. Jessica
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:57 am | Permalink

    Weight: 23.9

    Height: 31 2/8 inches

    HAVE FUN in india! Can’t wait to see all the pictures of Maddie and the posts!

  563. Heidi
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:05 pm | Permalink

    22 lbs 10 oz
    31 3/4 inches tall

    Have a safe and wonderful trip!

  564. Stephanie
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:16 pm | Permalink

    32 5/8 inches

    22 pounds 11 ounces

  565. Erin
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:16 pm | Permalink

    I am thinking Maddy is 23.5 pounds and 31 inches..
    Safe travels!!

  566. Shannon Marie
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:21 pm | Permalink

    23.5 lbs
    32 inches
    Travel safely!

  567. Special Unspoken
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:24 pm | Permalink

    I’m guessing
    23 lbs 6 oz
    31 and 1/4 inches
    of sheer adorableness.

  568. Sabrina
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:30 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs even and 32 1/4″ tall.

    Happy 18 month check up Maddie!!!

  569. Amber Allen
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:32 pm | Permalink

    Hope you have a great trip!
    I am guessing
    22 pounds 11 ozs
    31 3/4 inches :)

  570. Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:38 pm | Permalink

    31.7 inches
    23.1 pounds

  571. Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:46 pm | Permalink

    22lbs 11oz
    32 1/4in

  572. Cherie Spiroff
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:48 pm | Permalink

    Congrats on your new adventure!!

    I guess weight:23 pounds 4 oz.
    Height: 31 1/4 inches

  573. Erin
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:49 pm | Permalink

    My guess is: 25 lbs. 4oz and 32 1/4

  574. Karen
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:50 pm | Permalink

    26.2 lb.
    33 inches

    And I’m curious what music you are traveling with — have you made some India playlists you can share?

  575. Lynelle Swonger
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:51 pm | Permalink

    Congratulations on the beginning of your new journey! 23lbs 7oz, 32 1/2 in

  576. Mary
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 12:57 pm | Permalink

    I guess 24 lbs. 2 oz. and 31.1 inches tall.

    Wishing you all the best in your new adventures!

  577. Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:16 pm | Permalink

    86 centimeters and 12 or 13 kilo (no idea what that is in American systems…) =)

  578. Amy
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:24 pm | Permalink

    23lbs 3oz

    32.5 inches

  579. anna in the bc
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:32 pm | Permalink

    I am sure someone has guessed it already…but here goes :)

    Weight – 23 lbs, 2oz
    Height – 31 inches

  580. Allison
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:40 pm | Permalink

    my guess is 22lb 13oz and 31 and 1/4 inches

    Have a safe trip!

  581. Posted 10/2/2009 at 1:51 pm | Permalink

    i think maddy will weigh 24 pounds, 2 ounces. and she be 32 1/4″.

    have a WONDERFUL time in india! i look forward to reading about your adventures!

  582. Christina
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:14 pm | Permalink

    She’s absolutely beautiful!
    I’m going to guess 23lbs 12oz and 31 1/4 inches tall!

  583. Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:20 pm | Permalink

    32 1/8″
    22 lb. 12 oz.

  584. Anne
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 2:24 pm | Permalink

    Hope you have a great time in India!

    31 1/4in., 22lbs. 4ozs

  585. Linda W.
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 3:22 pm | Permalink

    I’ll guess 31.75 inches and 23.7 lbs.
    She is such a sweetheart!
    Happy travels!!

  586. Pam Briar59 The Mn
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 3:57 pm | Permalink

    Adorable pics as always!
    Guessing

    23 lbs 4.5 oz
    31.5 inches tall

    Have a great safe trip!

  587. Isabela
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 4:00 pm | Permalink

    how ’bout

    23 pounds, 5 ounces

    and

    32 3/4 inches tall?

    also, I use the metric system and have no idea how much “32 3/4 inches” is, but I’m too lazy to try to figure out and convert it, so that’s probably way off.

  588. Tracy H in the VA
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 4:08 pm | Permalink

    Hope you have a safe trip!

    23lbs, 5oz.
    31 3/4″

  589. Melissa
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 4:09 pm | Permalink

    32.4 inches tall
    23 lbs 3 oz

  590. Diana in SoCal
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 4:46 pm | Permalink

    Enjoy your trip and be safe!
    I can’t wait to read all about it and see the pictures along the way.

    My guess is:

    23 lbs. 1 oz
    32 1/3 in.

    Take Care!

  591. Jen on LI
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 4:50 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 4.5 oz
    32 1/8 inches

    Matt & Maddy- wishing you SAFE travels and a wonderful, fun time! I’ll miss you, even though I’ve never met you! :)

  592. Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:00 pm | Permalink

    24 pounds 2 ounces, 32 1/4 inches tall.

    can’t wait to hear about yalls trip to india. my husband is half indian, both his father and stepmother came here from india 30 and 15 years ago. we plan on visiting india, more specifically Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Orissa, India, where his fathers family is from. safe travels xxoo

  593. Jenny
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:03 pm | Permalink

    I’m going to guess 23 lbs. 3 ozs. & 32″ long. Have a safe trip! I will be praying for safe travels for you all, I hope you have a wonderful time!

  594. Melissa
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:32 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds 3 ounces
    32.2 inches tall

  595. Danielle
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:46 pm | Permalink

    I am going to guess:

    23 pounds
    33.75 inches

    :)

  596. sally pinkel
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:46 pm | Permalink

    Darling little Maddy will weigh 23lb 5 oz and be 33.35″ tall, bubbleing with natural adorableness…

  597. Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:54 pm | Permalink

    Wow, Matt a LOT of people want a chance at winning huh?? Well…me too!
    I started reading everyone else’s guesses so I wouldn’t duplicate, but after the first 20 or so, I gave up.
    So here it is.
    23 lbs 9 oz
    33 inches
    Hope I win :)

    Hope you have safe travels!

  598. Tricia
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 5:59 pm | Permalink

    23 pounds 4 ounces

    31 and 3/4 inches.

    Bon Voyage. I cannot wait to read about India. I think you both are terrific.

  599. Deborah
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:09 pm | Permalink

    My best guess: weight: 25.5 lbs.
    height: 32.5 inches
    Have a wonderful time in India!

  600. Allison
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:21 pm | Permalink

    My guess is 23lbs 7 ounces and 31 and 3/4inches tall!

  601. Sara in the FL
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:37 pm | Permalink

    My guess:

    22.7 lbs
    32 1/4 inches tall

    Happy traveling, writing and exploring!!!

  602. Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:45 pm | Permalink

    Hmmmm…23 lbs., 4 oz and 31 7/8 in. She’s adorable and I like that sassy stance she has going on.

  603. Posted 10/2/2009 at 6:51 pm | Permalink

    Okay, I have an 18 month old and she just went for her checkup today! I’m guessing:

    23 lbs 9 oz
    31 1/4 inches

  604. Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:02 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 2 oz and 32 1/8 inches tall… And holy crap. Have fun reading all five hundred and some comments to find the winner!

  605. Joanne Scally
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:11 pm | Permalink

    Hello, My guess is 31 7/8 height and 22.9 pounds. I hope that you have a great trip. You have a gorgeous daughter. My granddaughter just turned 18 months on Sept. 12th.

  606. Cindy In Owensboro,
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:22 pm | Permalink

    What a beautiful picture! Good luck on your journey!

    23# 10oz
    31 3/4 “

  607. MeinChicago
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:24 pm | Permalink

    She is getting so big (and so cute).

    Here’s my guess:
    22 pounds 10 ounces
    31 inches tall

    Safe Travels :)

  608. Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:36 pm | Permalink

    23.5 weight
    32.5 height

  609. Linda B.
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:38 pm | Permalink

    I would say she will be 32.16″ and 23 pounds 5 ounces.

  610. Tera
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 7:59 pm | Permalink

    I guess 23 lbs. 2 oz. and 31 3/4 in. Enjoy your trip.

  611. Melissa in SD
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:02 pm | Permalink

    24.5lbs. & 32.5inches.
    Have a Great trip!

    xoxo <3

  612. Katie in the Atwater
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:04 pm | Permalink

    I’ve always watched this game but never played.

    22 lbs 15 oz
    31 1/8 inches

    Have a wonderful trip to India. I cannot wait to see the pictures you post.

  613. Emily in the NYC
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:33 pm | Permalink

    Let’s see…I’ll guess:

    32 7/8 inches
    23 lbs 5 oz

    Hope your time in India is amazing!

  614. Joni
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 8:44 pm | Permalink

    I’m thinking she is 24 lbs 4 oz and 33″ tall.

  615. candy
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:07 pm | Permalink

    25lb and 4 oz and 33in
    Love the pictures

  616. Sol
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:34 pm | Permalink

    I’m guessing and I should be good at this with my own 19 month Julianna(she is a shorty at 29 2/8 inches.)

    Madeline will weigh 22 lbs and 3 ounces and 30 6/8 inches tall. Wishing you the best!!!!

  617. Janelle in WI
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 9:52 pm | Permalink

    I’m going for 22lbs 8oz. and 32 1/8 inches. Good luck on the writing. Well, you actually don’t need luck, you have done a great job on here. Safe travels.

  618. Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:01 pm | Permalink

    Bummer that my little guy’s 18 month appt. isn’t until next week. I always use him as a gage, since he’s been matching Maddy pretty closely. The past several times I managed to guess either her height or weight correctly, but not both. So this time, it’s going to be a completely random guess. :)

    23lb 5oz
    32 1/4″ tall

    Have a wonderful trip to India! I can’t wait to hear stories and see photos of Maddy’s reaction to the hustle and bustle and culture of India!

  619. Lisa from NC
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:12 pm | Permalink

    23lbs, 12 oz
    31.75″ tall
    Hope you have a wonderful journey and get settled in nicely in India very soon!

  620. Jodi in Albertville
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:29 pm | Permalink

    I’m going to go with 23 lbs 8 oz and 32.05 inches long…

    Have a safe and comfortable trip! I hope Maddy is good for you on the plane!

    Cheers!
    Jodi

  621. Glenda in San Diego
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 10:58 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs 10 oz and 32 and 3/8 tall. I love,love that pose :) She’s gorgeous! Can’t wait to hear about your adventures in India and wishing you and Maddy and Nanny a safe flight! XX

  622. Maddie
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:01 pm | Permalink

    22 lbs three ounces

    31 1/8 inches

  623. Mom_NW
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:17 pm | Permalink

    22 pounds, 8 ounces

    31 and 3/8 inches tall (50th percentile).

  624. Brittany
    Posted 10/2/2009 at 11:40 pm | Permalink

    I’ll guess 23 lbs. 6 oz. and 31 1/2 inches tall.

    Have an amazing trip, Matt! I know it will be spectacular. Looking forward to hearing all about it here and on Twitter. Love to you both.

  625. DeannaBanana
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 12:24 am | Permalink

    24lbs and 32.4 inches tall!

  626. Southern Gal
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 5:12 am | Permalink

    22lbs. 12oz. and 31 1/4 inches.

  627. RuthRally
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 5:48 am | Permalink

    Be Safe
    23lbs 31.5 inches

  628. LLE
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 6:41 am | Permalink

    22 lbs. 10 oz. AND 32.5 inches

  629. Emily J.
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 6:42 am | Permalink

    22 pounds 12 ounces
    31 1/2″

    Safe travels, so exciting! :)

  630. Juliemom4
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 7:59 am | Permalink

    Weight is 23 lbs 1 oz
    Height is 31 1/2 inches
    She is the cutest kid ever!

  631. Posted 10/3/2009 at 8:24 am | Permalink

    22lbs. 6oz
    31 1/4 inches tall

    i must’ve missed why you’re going to india and… are you quitting your job for good? i’m so behind. anywho, good luck! will be looking for your tweets!
    julia
    http://www.sweetaspunkinpie.blogspot.com
    http://www.twitter.com/julialadewski

  632. Julie Messinger in SC
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 9:17 am | Permalink

    Well, I missed the deadline! Oh well, I just wanted to say that you are doing a fabulous job! Your big girl is now bigger than mine! My Emmerson (Emmy) was born 4 days after Maddy…and she had her 18 month checkup on Friday and was only 20lbs 14oz and 30 3/4 inches tall! That means she is shorter and lighter than Maddy! How in the world can that be since she weighed 8lbs 8oz at birth and your little one was so much smaller? Must be your awesome ‘growing’ abilities. :)
    If I hadn’t missed the deadline though, I would have guessed 22lbs 10oz and 31 7/8 inches. :)

  633. AJ (female) in MPLS
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 9:21 am | Permalink

    23 lbs and 32 inches. And I love that photo of her! Such a little model :)

  634. em
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 9:39 am | Permalink

    You thought you hit the big time with the “first”ies comments? Just wait until someone tries to bribe the staff at Maddy’s pediatrician’s office to get her deets so they can win your prize! Just a matter of time, you rock star, you…

    Hope you have a great flight and a wonderful trip! I don’t know what the residency requirements are, but any chance you’ll be adopting a little brother or sister for the robot while you’re away? As the only one of his kind around, he must sometimes feel like Gonzo (in the classic cinematic gem “Muppets in Space”). Poor fella.

  635. Holly
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 9:51 am | Permalink

    23 lbs. 5 oz.
    33 1/4 inches tall

    Hope you have safe travels! I’ll be anxious to hear how you both are doing.

  636. Lisa Wolf
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 10:12 am | Permalink

    she will weigh 23 pounds and 5oz and be 32 1/3 inches tall.

  637. Catherine St Paul
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 10:58 am | Permalink

    23.8 #
    32.4 inches tall

  638. Posted 10/3/2009 at 11:04 am | Permalink

    My guess is 23 lbs, 4 oz. I think she is about 31.25″ tall.

    Have safe travels! I cannot wait to read about your upcoming adventures!

  639. Susan
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 12:57 pm | Permalink

    24# and 32″.
    What a cutie!

  640. lynda
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 2:38 pm | Permalink

    31 1/2 inches
    22.75 lbs.

  641. Amy in SC
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 5:46 pm | Permalink

    Safe travels!

    I am guessing 23 lbs 12 oz, 31 1/2 inches.

  642. Dana
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 5:56 pm | Permalink

    22lbs, 10oz and 31 inches tall.

  643. karyn
    Posted 10/3/2009 at 6:37 pm | Permalink

    24lbs, 5 oz
    32.7 inches

    have an awesome time in india! can’t wait to see the posts & pictures!

  644. Posted 10/3/2009 at 8:04 pm | Permalink

    23 lbs. 3 ounces
    32.5 inches

    She is a doll!

  645. Posted 10/4/2009 at 12:47 am | Permalink

    Just a wild guess:
    23 lbs 1oz
    31 7/8″

    Enjoy India! I look forward to reading your posts while you embark on this new and exciting journey :)

  646. Posted 10/4/2009 at 6:49 pm | Permalink

    Very safe travels for you and the little one tomorrow. I hope that your new destination gives you all the inspiration you need to continue your amazing love letter to your two girls.

  647. Posted 10/5/2009 at 4:27 pm | Permalink

    24 pounds
    32 inches tall

  648. Sara in MN
    Posted 10/6/2009 at 1:24 pm | Permalink

    I’m so excited Matt!

    My guess: 23 lbs. 2 oz & 31 1/8 inches….GO MADDIE!

  649. Sara in MN
    Posted 10/6/2009 at 1:34 pm | Permalink

    I am realizing now, that I guessed wrong – even after you posted the answers!!!! LMAO!!! Have a great trip Matt & Maddie…can’t wait for the update in India!

  650. shannon
    Posted 10/7/2009 at 11:37 am | Permalink

    Love you Maddy! You are getting so big! My guess-
    32.75 inches, 23.8 pounds.

    Travel safe!!!

  651. shannon
    Posted 10/7/2009 at 11:39 am | Permalink

    whoops! cancel my last comment, i am a dork!

  652. judy
    Posted 10/8/2009 at 5:51 pm | Permalink

    23 pounds 4oz
    31 inches
    100% cute

  653. Jacinda
    Posted 10/14/2009 at 5:45 pm | Permalink

    Wow – I haven’t been on in awhile… I’m so pleased to see where you are at…. I can’t wait to see and read all about your adventures!

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