to help the liz logelin foundation that will cost you nothing but a few seconds of your time.
first, go here to help the foundation win $10,000, $5000 or $1000, depending on the number of votes we receive. i pledge a 20% match on any amount we win. when added together, if my math is correct, and it may not be ’cause it’s 5:00am here in bangalore and because i suck at math, that could be an $12,000, $6000 or $1200 for the foundation. voting ends on oct. 15.
second: check this out. apparently i got nominated for “best daddy blog” over at the bump. now, i normally wouldn’t promote this kind of thing, ’cause i don’t write my blog to win awards (and i frankly, i dislike being labeled as a daddy blogger), but in this case, if i get enough votes to win “best overall blog” then the award comes with a $1000 prize. i find it almost ridiculous that i was even nominate, but if i somehow win this contest, i’ll donate the $1000 prize to the liz logelin foundation, plus match it 100%. this math is easy on this one. when added together, that could mean an additional $2000 for the foundation. voting ends on monday, october 19th.
so help a foundation out.
it just takes a few clicks.
oh, and here’s a photo of maddy to keep you busy until i finish up a blog post about our first week in india:
(you can also follow the photos and very small bits of writing by clicking here, updated almost daily).
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so cute. will check the contests right now. hope you’re having a good time with that sweetie pie!
and. done.
She is so cute. What an appealing photo.
done and done..
What a cutie! She looks like she’s loving India so far
I love Maddys pose. Adorable!! I so want you to win both because this way we help the Liz foundation.
Is it cheating if I vote for you repeatedly?
Done and done!!!!
Just voted for you. Cute pic!
Done. I hope you win.
Great pics so far.
Voted times two!
voted for both – hope you win them both too!
Cute pictures as always. And you have my vote
WOOHOO! I voted for both! You’re winning the blog vote by far right now. I’m sure those other Dad’s are awesome bloggers too, but what a blessing it would be to the LLF to have that extra $1k!
Can’t wait for a post about your first week there. Has it really already been a week?!?!
66% at the Bump! Looking good!
for the christie’s cookies thing my security code they asked me to type was “with rubdown” WEIRD.
voted for you guys!!
Voting done&done!(over&over)
Voted for you and your up to 69% on the bump. Keep it up. Loving the pictures.
Tried the first link and I don’t see the charity, then try to find the charity it asks for a city. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong.
Woo-hoo.
Voted for both.
I’m loving your adventures in Bangalore! More, more, more, more, please . . .
GO MATT & MADDIE!
Voted for both!
72% at the BUMP!!
Great job
when i voted on christies…it said I already voted with my email so it would not go through unless i entered another email address(which I did)
I did vote when they were doing the 25,000 dollar one but you would think this would be different. Oh well.
Voted on both. YEH
Done and done! I hope you (the foundation) wins! Great pictures of Maddie, such a cutie! I hope you guys are having a great time.
done and done.. 72% at the bump. YOU deserve it.
Love your posts and pics from India. It looks like you are all having fun, specially Maddy, what a special little angel you have. Her expressions are priceless, but the gesture of her hand on your arm speaks volumens of her trust in you. You inspire so many in so many ways, you continue to amaze me.
Low 70% at the bump. I hope LLF gets $2000 in its account soon. Can’t wait for the first week update!
Just voted on both!
Loving all the pictures of Maddy in India. She has already been to more countries than me! Hope you are enjoying life!
You know that I had to submit a vote when my word verification was “useful Mr.” (That must be you.) Hope all is well!
73% for you right now – WOW. Can’t wait for your update.
Woot Woot!! Game on bitches…I can vote like nobodys friggin business
Looking forward to the next update….great pic…shes getting so tall!
As of tonight you are in the lead on the blogging contest…thought you’d like to know!
Done and done!
Have you bought Madeline a lehnga yet? Post a photo of her if you do!
Just voted on both. Looking forward to your updates.
done and done.
all of us at the bump.com love you matt and your blog.
We’ve all been fans for a long time. Since the very begining.
you’re a shoein!!
Voted for both! Good Luck!
Hey everyone…for the christie cookie thing you can use all your email addresses. So vote away and tell your family and friend to vote too!
Hell to the YES…you’re SO going to win the daddy blog.
And I totally had all my friends vote for the first one awhile ago. I also voted with every email I own.
I hope you win BOTH!
The LLF is an amazing project that will indeed help so many people.
Woah!! You’re kicking ass on the Bump. Now let’s get you into the top three for the Christie’s Cookie’s one! I voted with one email address and I’m going back with my other two!
75% right now! I’m sure you will win!!! Let’s go Team Matt, Liz and Maddy!
I’m about to start voting, we’ve gotta put you on the number one spot champ;-)
I’ve cast my votes, good luck Matt
Love the kid and all her energy! Good luck on the contests…we did our part!
where are you staying in india? when i travel abroad i always stay in places recommended by people and your place looks amazing. Not the exact location so paparazzi are banging down your door but have you stayed there before? How did you find it? Thanks for sharing…enjoy your time with your beautiful daughter, what a great experience for you both to share,
done! So far you’re already way ahead in the daddy blog competition, I have a feeling you will win that foundation competition too. We’ve got your back Matt, all across the globe.
Done and done. I voted for the blog award, and every person in my family voted for the most popular charity, haha. I’ve never commented, but I love your blog, I’ve been following since before Madeline was born, and have shared your story with many. I hope the foundation wins both prizes, it is definitely DESERVED!
put my vote in for you. As of this lovely rainy morning here in the Indiana you are at 77% to win so I think you will win!! Woot woot
Maddy is so adorable hope you are having a lovely time
It’s Done!!!
Done
Done & it looks like you are winning that vote! Hurrah!
Love reading about your adventures
Looks like no contest. You’ve got 78% of the vote & I’m happy that I’m voting for (hopefully) the winner!
Awesome job on the blogging, Matt.
We should all get “I voted” stickers. Love the pictures. Always looking for updates.
Done!
Looks like you’re winning & the other blog guy is helping you out (http://www.smonkyou.com/#) – he’s telling everyone to vote for you!
Your blog is awesome, and I love readig your story – you’re truly an inspiration to so many. Enjoy your travels!
78% so far, way to go Matt!!!
All done, you better get your wallet ready, I’m sure you will win best daddy blog. Loving the pics from India, glad you guys are enjoying. Take Care!
Doneski!
Just voted in the $25,000 charity giveaway, sending to all my friends.
Voted on the “best daddy blog” You are winning by a LOOOONG SHOT!
And Maddy looks ADORABLE in that photo
I voted! I hope you win!
Going to vote now !!! Yeah !!! Also sending the links around to my followers via twitter !!!
voted for both! good luck. it looks like you’re winning the second one =]
Voted!
done and done, matt!
can’t wait to hear more about your travels
Voted and been voting! I even used the hubby’s email addresses
India def. suits you guys Matt, love all the pics and updates. xoxoxoxo
Done and I forwarded it to Chry Co’s email list! I hope you get a TON of votes!
Best wishes to you, Maddy, and of course Rachel. I hope you all are having a great time!
Rachel, we need more pics of you too! Maybe she can write a entry about what she thinks of India!!!
Yay! I voted for both. You are winning the bump contest! I love Maddy’s new shoes, they are too cute! It looks like you guys are having some fun in India. I know that this is what you wanted for her and you. I am sure that it is so much better than you thought. Liz would be so happy that you brought Maddy there. Have fun and good luck on your book!!
I voted for your blog and for the foundation. I hope you win. If I ever come into a bunch of money you guys will be the first charity I donate to. Cross my heart.
Maddy is sooooo cute that she makes me smile every time I see her pic, whether I’m in a good mood or not. You are so lucky to have her.
I casted my votes for you:) Hope you win!
किया और किया
You’re smokin’ the competition over at the bump! 78%
Voted with multiple email addresses at the cookie one! I voted for you for best blog!
Enjoy India! Your time is going to fly by!
Did both!
Have a great day!
Bump girls have been following your blog forever! You are at 79%. I have a feeling it’s in the bag. You deserve it!
Voted for both! Looks like you’re kicking butt as the daddy blogger
You are WAY ahead of the pack for winning the best Daddy Blog. Whoo hoo and extra $2,000 for the foundation!
79% at the bump.
Looks like the foundation is going to receive a nice chunk of change. 
Congrats.
79% for the daddy blog now. Looks like Liz’s foundation is going to be getting a nice donation.
seeing as you are at 80% of the votes i would say this one is looking promising for that grand
yeah you!!
Looks like lots of choices for throwing material to me! I’m sure Maddie is settling in nicely to a new morning routine. Can’t wait to hear all about your 1st week of your newest adventure together.
She is so adorable.
Just voted on both and WHOA! You’re totally kickin’ ass on the daddy blog! You totally deserve it! And I totally deserve to be shot for using the word “totally” so much!
WOW! Ur at 80% for the second one! GOOD LUCK ON BOTH OF THEM!!!
Voted! Look like you are kicking butt in the best daddy blog award…. Can’t wait to hear how things are going in India!
i can’t find your charity on the list! am i blind???
Just wanted to comment I think it is awesome that a couple of the other dads nominated have suggested readers vote for you and Madeline because of the support for your Foundation. Kudos to them!
@stephanie: you are not blind =o) Hey! You’re trying! Here is a voting form link: http://www.ilovechristiecookies.com/contest/form.asp Top box ‘ck to see if your favorite charity is listed’ drop down and find Liz Logelin Foundation and choose it. Vote there. We all have until 9:59 Pacific time (11:59 CST).
Matt,
I found your blog via the Nest nominations. I had no idea this blog existed and wish I had found it earlier. I used to work where you did, and was so saddened when I found out that Liz died. Good to see that Madeline is doing so well. Best of luck on your new adventures!!
of course you have my votes. cannot wait to see an update about the first week…..I still cannot believe you are in India.
Matt you’re kicking as in the daddy blog vote. I feel a little bad for the other dads, but not enough to vote for them.
oh yeah, your’re kicking butt over at the bump!! I’d encourage readers to also go to the spohrs blog and read how they are also nominated and vote for them:)
Love the pics from India. You three look like a manageable team.
Way to go Matt. It was one of the most difficult things I ever did after I lost my husband in January at the age of 26 (our son was 18 months), but I quit my job too. I worked as a Intensive In Home Mental Health therapist for 9 years and I resigned September 1st to stay home with my son Alek. I also took in two international students a 17 year old young lady from China and 15 year old young man from Canada. I hope to some day travel with Alek his father asked me to let him see the world and other cultures. I figured I could start by bringing some to our home by taking the students. I also want so bad to write a book (turn my blog into a book) to honor my husbands life and battle with a rare disease, going through a stem cell transplant, and all the other aspects of our story. I admire you and what you are doing………Hope to someday cross paths…….
Safe travels from Upstate NY
Kate and Alek
Congrats!!!!
http://www.ilovechristiecookies.com/contest/results.asp
WTG! LLF won $1000 at the cookie contest!
Congrats on the $1,000 win! I wish it was the first prize but every little bit counts. I’m also adding the foundation to my facebook profile right now.
Just voted for the daddy blog….your at 82%
Congrats!