today is an
important day for me…
here’s the email
i got from my editor
this morning:
Subject: 2K4M
From: Amanda
Sent: Mon 7/12/10 8:30 AM
To: matt logelin
Dear Matt:
Are you sitting? I think you should sit down before you read the rest of this email. No, just sit.
I am hereby accepting your manuscript. That’s right: TWO KISSES FOR MADDY has been accepted. There were many months during which I thought this day would never come (um, most recently June 2010), but here we are. Accepted. Handed over to production. Off my desk.
Your book has been to the Jersey Shore, and it’s been to Long Island. It’s been to Battery Park, Central Park, and several high rise rooftops throughout Manhattan. It’s been to multiple coffee shops on the Upper East Side; hell, it’s been to quite a few bars downtown. It has endured stains of all sorts, from sunscreen to chocolate milk (sorry about that).
Approximately 12 Paper Mate SharpWriter #2 pencils were destroyed during this process– they should arrive at your house soon. I want you to be able to honor them along with those rainbow colored highlighters of which you have grown so fond. The UPS man who will no longer visit you every single day with marked up pages should be in attendance at the ceremony.
I, the manuscript’s keeper until now, have been forced to start drinking coffee, and I don’t remember what any of my friends look like. I’ve learned how to order dinner to the office, and that the air conditioning is, in fact, turned off on the weekends. It’s possible that I have gray hair, wrinkles, and an ulcer. Your manuscript has more or less been my abusive boyfriend, and I am so damn glad we are breaking up.
So while you were drunk in Wisconsin on Saturday night, I was secluded in the suburbs, putting the finishing touches on this bad boy. And now– now, I am accepting it. Congratulations.
In all seriousness, I think we’ve got a great book on our hands. And so does my friend Nicole, to whom I read the last two pages aloud at a gathering. (She cried. Talk about a party foul… Oops.) We have a ton more work to do before we get to April 2011, but the book has been written, and that’s a pretty big deal. So have exactly one drink to celebrate, and then get ready to get back down to business. I like cupcakes. Thanks.
Amanda
Grand Central Publishing
237 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10017
here’s a photo she sent me of the pile of manuscripts she’s edited:
yes, the book is
written and will
be published in april 2011
(exact date to come),
but amanda’s right…
there’s still a
ton of work to do.
like just a few
minutes ago,
i got a look
at a couple of
potential covers for
the book.
when i saw them,
all i could think was,
holy shit.
this is really happening.
i can’t wait to
share more with you
all as we
get closer to
the release date.
446 Comments
So so happy and excited for you Matt. Congrats to you!! Can’t wait to read this masterpiece!
Awesome!! Can’t wait to read it.
Amazing news. A thousand congratulations to you, Matt!
Wow! SO COOL!
Congrats!!
Nice work Matt!
Congrats Matt! So exciting! Can’t wait to read it!
Congrats Matt!! What an accomplishment. There can be no greater legacy for Liz than Maddy and the love you give her shown through your book. I can’t wait to read it! My bday in in April…hmm I think I know what to ask for!
My question is …. will there be a book tour??!! Hope to see you in or around Washington, DC.
Congrats, Matt! Can’t wait to read it! I know it’s fabulous!
Congrats Matt; I will be one of your first pre-orders and hope you do some signings around Mpls. My son Connor and I will be there. We have been reading your blog for a couple years now. Congrats!!
And of course …. congratulations and best on the book.
CONGRATS CONGRATS! I just turned in my thesis this week, and I’m sure that my adviser felt similarly to your editor. Except that a book is way cooler!
Congrats on getting to this point. It is a pretty big deal
I can’t wait for it to come out.
Matt, this is absolutely wonderful news! As someone who’s been along for the ride(albeit online, quietly lurking mostly) I could not be more thrilled to hear that you’ve reached this milestone. Congratulations to you and Maddy (Brooke too!) and I cannot wait until the book is released.
wooo! congratulations!!
great title!
Congratulations! What an accomplishment. I can’t wait to read it! =)
NOW I smell the BBQ and fresh beers! YAY!!! Congrats. I hope the second part of the journey is much smoother than the first.
So, so, so, so, so excited for you and Maddy!!! This is going to be awesome!! Congratulations on the completion of something so special! Can’t wait to get my hands on it!!!!!
Congratulations, Matt. I look forward to purchasing and reading it.
OH MY GOSH! I actually cried when I read this! I am so happy for you guys! This is such incredible news on what has been a really shitty day so far! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
HOOOORAY!!!! Congratulations Matt! I’m so freakin’ excited for you that I think that I might have a drink for you myself tonight to celebrate! This will be such a beautiful and cherished thing for Maddy to have growing up. She will completely know and understand how very much her mother loves her (that’s right – present tense) and she will really know that through your writing. You are an amazing writer and should be proud of what you’ve accomplished. I can’t wait for it to go on pre-sale because I’m putting a copy in my cart! YAY!
congrats matt! that IS awesome. cheers!
ooops! Meant to add LOVE LOVE LOVE the title!
Excellent!
Congratulations
That is SUCH a fantastic achievement Matt! And a really good title for the book, too. Congratulations, I look forward to reading it.
I can’t freaking wait!! I can’t wait to enjoy the ride you will be on until April 2011 with book covers and such. Congrats to you!!!!!!!!!
If I could pre-order I would! LOVE the title and congratulations! I can’t believe all the work that goes into writing and publishing a book…that said…I totally want to do it. Have your people call my people mkay!?! Thanks.
Matt
I have never commented, but had to say Congratulations!! What an amazing accomplishment! The title gave me chills!!
Cheers!
Jennifer
Congrats! That has to be a huge weight off your shoulders.
Thanks for keeping us in your loop. I am so looking forward to reading it and I share your excitement. P.S. Your editor is a hoot.
That is just amazing Matt, congratulations!! And it sounds as if you better ship a whole hell of a lot of cupcakes that that editor of yours!!
So fucking happy for you!!! I love the title…WOW!!! Go out and celebrate tonight! You should be so proud of yourself. Congratulations! What a great gift you are giving to not only yourself, but Maddy and Liz’s family as well. How long are you guys in Minnesota?
Love, LOVE the title.
Congratulations! I can’t wait to read it!
This is incredibly exciting news, Matt. Congratulations!!!
Your editor is a hoot and a half, that’s what she is.
I got chills and tears reading this.
I can see Liz clapping her hands just under her chin, and squeeling about it now.
now the biggest question – what the fuck are you going to do with all your TIME?
Find another robot?
damn. you did it. you really really did it!
GREAT job Matt!
xoxo
This is awesome and amazing!! I can’t wait to read your book. Congratulations on such a huge milestone!
awesome!!
i’m excited for the book!
Awesome! Congrats!
SO awesome!! Congratulations! It’s going to be a best-seller. Can’t wait to read it
Good job Matt! Now I think it’s time to send that Amanda some of those cupcakes Maddy so adores. Can’t wait to read it!
Holy Shit!!! Yay!!! Congrats Congrats Congrats!!! I can not wait to read YOUR BOOK!!!!
Oh and PLEASE come to Philly for a book signing!!! You have never been here before (right?) We will bring you a cheese steak!!! But Seriously, Congrats to you and Maddy! Great things are in store for you guys!! We are so freaking happy for you!!!!
Sabrina
Must be an incredible feeling! Congrats on crossing the finish line with the writing/revision process.
Congrats! Can’t wait to read it!
Oh and the title can only be described in one word “Perfection”
Congratulations!!!
Congratulations! Words seem so inadequate to describe how happy I am for you. I cannot wait to read this. Please be sure to send Amanda lots of cupcakes. I like the ones from Magnolia Bakery. I’m sure you could get some delivered
Congrats! My all your other endevors be successful.
congrats! looking forward to reading your words in paper form.
Go Matt! (I’m doing the cabbage patch while saying Go Matt – LOL) Congrats, you and Maddy have come a long way, so glad you continue to take us along for the ride.
so. fucking. happy.
way to go! that is very exciting!!!
So happy for you!!!!
congrats and big breath but please keep posting pics of maddy especially in retro wear
I am addicted and the video clips you post make me even happier
Congrats! This must be a great day for you! I can’t wait to see your book come out and read it! All the best!
What a great letter that Amanda sent you! I can’t wait to buy the book! Congrats Matt!
Congratulations Matt!! It’s going to be an amazing book I’m sure of it. I will definitely be ordering a copy or two!
I’d like to offer you a BIG FAT GINORMOUS CONGRATULATIONS!! If I was anywhere near you, I’d buy you a glass of your booze of choice.
I’m insanely excited to order the book for myself and all of my family and friends. AND, I hope to meet you in SF when you do your book tour.
Congratulations and I cannot wait to read more! Cheering you on from Tampa, FL!
Congratulations Matt!
Long Long Longtime lurker, until today. Just could not resist sharing my true excitement for you! I can’t wait to read your book & the title already makes me a little misty eyed!
Congratulations!!! I know you put so much work into it. I can’t wait for April 2011! P.S. I think you deserve TWO drinks! LOL
Congrats, Matt!! I can’t wait to read it. So nice to see you all yesterday!
Matt,
You have been a daddy/mommy for over two years and now you have given birth!
Congratulations and much love to you and Maddy.
PS. I hope you can still wear your bikini
Way to go Matt. You know she’s smiling at you, right? Don’t know you except through your blog, but I’m damn proud of you. Can’t wait to read the book.
Congratulations!! That is exciting – I love the title BTW, I hope that is something that isn’t changing. Cannot wait to read the book – will be placing a pre-order as soon as possible. Celebrate!
Congrats!
LOVE the title.
Matt: That is awesome news! Than you for sharing that with your blog readers. I’m looking forward to reading it and can’t wait for your book tour stop in NYC!
Best,
Samosas For One
FanFuckingTastic Matt! Congratulations….I can’t wait to buy it and read it!
Congratulations! And thanks for sharing the news. Much less sweat and tears in the next stages – and more to just enjoy! xo M, B & P
ps. so sorry we missed the shindig yesterday – dang overtime! hope we get to see you soon.
wow! so happy for you, cannot wait to read it already!!!!! way to go, now send the damn cupcakes!
Congratulations, Matt! I used to work at Hach.ette and know that you are in good hands with your book.
I can’t wait to read it!
Congratulations Matt! I cried when i read this letter and can’t wait to read your book. Is it going to be called “Two Kisses for Maddie”? That is a beautiful title. Way to go! YOu are amazing!
Congratulations! I hope you reward your editor for all the time and effort she put into working on your masterpiece. Get the best cupcakes available. Always hook up those who help you out.
So excited for you!! Can’t wait to read it!
Congrats!– and I hope you sent some awesome cupcakes!
Matt, I started reading this blog in the summer of 2008 when I was pregnant with my daughter, who is a blond-haired blue-eyed gal just a few months younger than Maddy. It is amazing to have been following your journey all this time and I cannot wait to read your book. I love the title…it couldn’t be more perfect, since I know why you always kiss Maddy twice. Congratulations on finishing!
All the best to you, Maddy, Brooke, and your families. Through this blog, the foundation, and now the book, you’ve documented and created an amazing legacy for Liz. We should all be so lucky to be loved so much.
Awesome!! So happy for you.
Will it be published in Brazil?
Matt:
I know you are so relieved after all the time and energy you have put into the book. I can’t wait for the release date. Congratulations!
What a relief and how fantastic to be done with the manuscript! I’m so happy for you and look forward to April 2011! Congrats!!!!
Huge, huge congratulations to you. I’ve been reading since the beginning, and this moment seems surreal even to me. Great job – something to be so proud of.
Congrats!!! what a great name for the book ..cant wait for it come out
Congratulations!! I look forward to reading it!
Excellent news…..
Oh my! How exciting!
I cannot wait to read it!
Matt, I am so happy to hear that the book is finished, I can’t wait to give copies to all my friends so they can become stranger friends too. I just wish you could come to England to promote it!!
WONDERFUL NEWS!!! Looking forward to reading it
That is awesome! I love the letter she wrote to you… I think she deserves a cupcake… or two!
Congrats to you! I can’t wait to read it.
Brilliant!
Congratulations!!! I can’t wait to read it.
what a weight off your shoulders! Congrats, can’t wait to read!
“Two Kisses For Maddy”
No idea what it means but it made me cry!
Congratulations!! I can’t wait to read it. You should be proud, Maddy will be proud. You’re an amazing daddy…and mommy. Maddy’s blessed beyond words.
xoxo,
Kim
Amazing! I am so excited- especially about the cover. What a wonderful process and hopefully a healing one for you. You should be very proud, and think of what Maddy will have in the future to read. So wonderful!
Congrats, Matt, that’s amazing! Hey, next time you get drunk in Wisconsin or would like to, you should let us know
CONGRATS!!!! How awesome for you. I can’t hardly wait to read it. CONGRATS!!!!
Congrats! I cannot wait to get my hands on that book!
Congrats, Matt! I am truly happy for you!
GD I’m excited. April can’t get here soon enough. Congrats!
Congrats Matt! So excited to read it!
Woot! Congrats! Huge Step!
Congratulations! Was it as cathartic as it seems? Can’t wait to read it!
CONGRATS!!!!
…and what a tremendous way to honor Liz for your daughter.
Oh My- Congrats Matt- its so real- I cant wait to read it- I LOVE to read (in between chasing a and 2 year old)!
EEEeeeeeee!! Congrats! I am so excited (and perhaps a wee bit jealous… but no, 99.9% excited!). Can’t wait to continue hearing about the book’s journey, until I can see it on shelf myself.
Oh man, I can’t WAIT to get my hands on this book! Congrats Matt! You totally deserve it!
WOW!!! Congrats, Matt!!! Totally exciting, I LOVE the title, very sweet.
I can’t wait to hear more about it and I am really looking forward to reading the finished product!
Congrats! Can’t wait for the SF book tour and great title for the book!!! I see a bestselling in the making!!
I am so thrilled for you. It is amazing what you have accomplished in just over 2 years. Cheers!
I’m a relatively new follower of your blog having only stumbled across it a few months back. But, I have to say congratulations and I’m quite looking forward to reading your book! You have an amazing life story, thanks for sharing it with the world.
YES!! Congratulations! I bet you are excited, but you better believe we are all very excited for you as well! And damn, your editor is HILARIOUS
Felicidades. I’ll be sure to pre-order on amazon as soon as it’s available.
Yeah!!~!!!! I can’t wait to buy it!
Congrats Matt!!! Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!
Much love to all three of you,
Lori
P.S. ya know we all want a signed copy, right?
I’ll give CostCo a call about the sharpies.
Looking forward to it’s publishing!
Thats sooooo awesome Matt, I cant wait to read it. And I am sure you cant wait to be finally done with it and see it in stores.
PS
LOVE the name by the way
LOVE the title! What a wonderful thing you have done for Maddy and yourself!
Matt, finally all of your hard work and sleepless nights have at last paid off!!! Congratulations!!We are all anxiously awaiting getting our own copies in our hands to read (cover to cover). Tell Maddie and Brook “Hello” from all of your faithful readers.
shward
Well done.
That is so great! Congrats on the book!
so incredibly thrilled for you and i will buy a few.
it’s crazy how this has all changed your life. the horrible day liz left us to this day has been such a whirlwind for me to live with and i have never meet either of you. but i look forward to…i will at a book signing. maddie is coming to all book signings i hope?
Congratulations! I got goose bumps just reading this. I can’t wait to read it Matt.
Congrats, can’t wait to read it!!
Congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment!! What a legacy and gift this is for Maddy and Liz. I am so proud of you! Can’t wait to read this masterpiece!
MASSIVE! So happy for you & your whole family! Can’t wait to have my own copy. Today my daughter & I are celebrating and sharing in your joy! Blueberry pie & ice cream for lunch!
So incredibly proud of you!
So greatful once again for the fact that you have given us the privilage of sharing your journey. Yay!!!!!!
Can’t wait to read it!!!!
Wonderful news! I love the title of your book too. I am so happy for you and can’t wait to read it!
What an achievement…how exciting! I’m really looking forward to reading your book. (Love the email from your editor. She sounds like a crackup)
I second both of the comments, come to Philadelphia and D.C. for book signings! I’ll definitely be pre-ordering this!
totally awesome. many Congrats! can’t wait to buy and read it!!
OMG!!! I didn’t write a damn page or edit a single sentence of that book of yours BUT I feel incredibly proud! Also? I’m crying…for you…for Liz…for Amanda (God bless her)…for Brooke…for your entire family…but most of all for Maddy. SO thrilled for you guys! Sit back and enjoy a MASSIVE load of alcohol buddy. Can’t wait to read it…and cry some more.
CAN NOT WAIT TO READ! And gift to all my friends! CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations!!! I can’t wait to read it – it is going to be fantastic. The letter cracked me up.
That fucking ROCKS!!!!!!!!!
(Of course I never doubted for a moment that you’d see it through!!!!)
Major congrats, Matt – will be first in line at my local Barnes and Noble to buy it when it comes out.
I’ll have several beers tonight in your honor…
Bravo, bravo, bravo…
SO EXCITED FOR YOU AND MADDY!!!! Love the title btw!
Matt, a HUGE congratulations from Derek and I. This is an incredible moment. Mountain of work to come or not, savour it! So, SO, excited for you! (Can you hear me cheering from Vancouver?)
Congratulations, Matt! I’m not a crier but I am tearing up (happy tears) reading this. I’m so happy for you and can’t wait for the book.
I am so happy for you! And I just love the title!
matt that is awesome, congratulations!!
congrats! can’t wait to read it!
Congrats Matt! What an awesome accomplishment and a great email! Keep up the great work!!
I’m with the “no idea what it means but it made me cry” commenter above. Hell, then I cried again when I read about your editor’s friend crying. Sheesh. Women. If you do a book signing in WI I am so there …hopefully sans tears but probably not.
Kudos on your big accomplishment!!!
Whoo hooooo!!! Congrats to you! Sensing her sarcasm, sounds like you got matched perfectly with an editor – send that woman some cupcakes!!
Can’t wait to read it next year!
Whoot, whoo – f’in stellar! And yes, usually I save my tears for the sad memory posts, but this one has the smile on my face somehow squeezing some mist from my eyes. BTW, even though I don’t know you other than lurking around here, I’d say you lucked out and got a great match/run for your money with your editor
Happy! Happy! I cannot wait for my own book!
I can’t wait for the book to come out…. will be buying a copy as soon as it hits the stores.
Congratulations, Matt!!!
So happy for you that the writing portion is finished! Congratulations! Can’t wait to read it! I plan to pick this as my bookclub book next year after it is published. Would you be willing to call in while we are meeting?
Holy crap! I am so stinking excited for you and Maddy! I can’t wait to get my beady little hands on that book!! Please think of coming to Southwest Florida for a book signing!!
Aleni’s!!! Those are the best cakes on the island. Congratulations on your bittersweet success.
congratulations!
i am so proud of you!
such an inspiration!
here’s to the months to come!
cannot wait:):)
2k4m…..awesomeness….
I can’t wait to pre-order this bad boy!! Congrats!!
So cool!!!! Congratulations!
I can’t wait!!! How exciting!
@Michele
of course i’ll call in…
I am so excited for you, Matt. This is so awesome! Just thinking how proud Liz must be. What a wonderful gift! Can’t wait to read it!
So, so awesome. Congratulations! When can we pre-order it??
I am excited for you and am hoping there is going to be a place to reserve a copy for your faithful blogging stalkers, um I mean followers!!!
Cool, cool, cool! I got goosebumps reading this news. And I have put it on my calendar for April 1, 2011 so I can look for the book.
I really hope you get to come to Dallas for a book signing…that would be too cool.
So thrilled for you, Maddy, Liz, and everyone who will be impacted by your published words. Can’t wait to see the finished product! Congrats Matt!
Congratulations, Matt! And how about exactly one NIGHT of drinks, number of drinks unspecified.
Dude, you are awesome. I’m going to be first in line at the local bookstore to buy your book. Can’t wait.
I can not wait to buy a copy of this book!!! I am so excited! Please come to Council Bluffs, Iowa when this is released if you happen to do a book signing tour.
Congratulations, Matt, I can’t wait to read it!
I am SOOO excited for you and Maddy and I cannot wait to read and cry over your words as I know they will be amazing!
I cannot wait to read your book! Congratulations Matt!
Awesome!! Congrats!
I LOVE the title and am so happy you’ve made it to this point! Can’t wait to order a copy!!
Longtime lurker who feels like a friend, I am so thrilled for you and Maddy! Hope your book tour brings you to Boise! Congratulations!
That is pretty exciting and I can’t wait to read it!
CAN’T WAIT FOR YOUR BOOK! Haven’t commented before but look for updates often..I am so glad life is moving forward for you and Ms.Maddy and so heartbroken that your Liz is not here sharing it..You and Maddy make me laugh and cry often
Thank you for sharing with us..
Kim York
HUGEEEE congrats Matt- can’t WAIT to read! I’m no Paul the Octopus, but my guess is we’re gonna love it.
Congratulations! What great news! I have a hunch that Amanda would like red velvet cupcakes. Just guessing. I can’t help but feel like such a part of your book. For no good reason other than I am (im)patiently awaiting it! If I can pre order Bethenny’s book on Amazon, with a later release date, I should be able to pre order yours! With pre orders your publisher can really see what the demand is and print enough hardcovers from day one. I am committed to buying the hardcover AND the Kindle version because I can’t really have you sign my Kindle/Droid/iPod/PC when I come meet you at your San Diego book signing. Consider that a stop request on your book tour. And, finally, you hinted there would be more to come. I having a feeling there is a companion photo book??!! Please!! Congratulations again to you, and your editor! :=)
Congratulations!
Love the name of the book…is that official? I got a big lump in my throat when I read it…so sweet. I am so looking forward to reading it.
It is sure to honor Liz while creating memories for Maddy…
Wishing you peace and love, always.
Meg
Wow how awesome for you guys!!!!!!!!!
Matt,
As one of the original “creeps”, I could not be more excited for you. I broke into tears just reading the title. I will be at the bookstore the minute it opens on the release date. Well done my friend.
i can’t wait to buy it.
Congrats! Will we be able to pre-order the book? Will you be doing book tours? Let us know the details.
Congrats!!!!
Congrats!! The world def needs better widow/widower books out there. I can’t wait to read it.
so fucking awesome.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats! That email made me laugh, cty and cheer!! Can’t wait to read the book! I love the title!!
I’ve been following you since Spring 2008. I’m so incredibly happy for you reading this news. How exciting!!! Congrats!
What an amazing gift this will be for Maddy to ready when she’s older. Congrats! I can’t wait to read it and see you on the book tour in Seattle. Cheers!
Along with so many others, I can’t wait to read it. LOVE the title. Hope it will be on Kindle.
Congrats — what an awesome accomplishment!
i’m really looking forward to it! i’ve been reading for about a year now but this is my first time commenting. can’t wait!
Way to go Matt! I can’t wait to read it. And welcome back to the bloging world, we’ve missed you
I CANNOT wait til an exact date comes out. I am SO getting this book as a belated b-day present to myself once it’s released. I am SO excited for you and for Maddy!
PS.. make sure you schedule a book signing in oregon, preferably at borders in tigard, that way i have a chance of being there
CONGRATS!!!!
I’m so happy for you!!
I’ve been following your blog for SO long, this is just amazing!!
i can’t wait to purchase your book!!!
maybe even meet you some day at a signing!
linked you on my FB…congrats again
so happy for everything that is going on for you, maddy, brooke and all your family/friends!! i know there are so many! liz would be/IS proud
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=503480748
p.s. 73 pairs of shoes for maddy…love it!! and a little jealous
Good for you. Through the fire has come an honest, blunt, open heart. I love reading your work and I know your daughter will treasure it. It’s beautiful to see how much you love her.
congratulations!!!!
that is just awesome. I wanted to say fucking awesome, but I remembered maddy might read this some day.
your editor totally deserves some fucking cupcakes.
i totally just cried reading that. so excited to read 2K4M!!
congrats, matt
congrats! Looking fforward to this book just like everyone else!
fuck yeah!
Congrats Matt! So amazing!
Never did I doubt that you would write a great book. I am so happy for you and Maddy, once again such a beautiful tribute to Liz. Can’t wait to read the book in April.
Take Care and come to Chicago sometime so that we can meet you in person.
Rosann
So freaking excited! I cannot wait to buy it. And I never BUY books. EVER! But I will for you, Maddy and Liz (not in that order necessarily).
Love the title, know I will love the book even more. I’ll try not to drop it in the bathtub or stain it too much with my tears. I think I’ll need 2 copies though, that signed copy I get when I meet you and at the book signing will be especially treasured
So excited!
WOW…so happy and excited for you both…you have worked hard over the past 2+ years…and not just on the book, but on raising your beautiful little girl!! Liz is smiling down on you both and is soo proud!! I LOVE the title….brought tears to my eyes and I can’t wait to read it…it will be the perfect legacy of Liz to Maddy I am sure
Have a drink (or 2 or 3) and relax, knowing that you have passed the first hurdle!!
Congrats Matt!
We can’t wait to get our hands on a copy and read it from cover to cover!!!
Are they releasing it internationally, too?
We’re all anxiously awaiting here in India.
:exhale: just take it all in.
wow. this. is. crazy. shit.
Congrats!
WOW!!!! Matt, I am SOOOO excited for you… for us… for the world!
Your editor sounds AWESOME! …and yes, maybe we should ALL send her a cupcake for getting you to this point!
Can’t wait to read your book!!
And is the cover going to have one of the pictures you have taken?? You do a wonderful job catching Maddy at her best!
AWESOME NEWS!! Congratulations!!! Can’t wait to buy the book!!
You better come down to san diego for a book signing!
Two Kisses for Maddy… One for you and one for Liz?! right?
Congrats! OMG! So excited. Can’t wait to read the book. Love, love the title. Can’t wait to go to one of your book signings / readings…. NYC… AZ …. or San Diego?! I’m there!!!!
Lock in the title! It resonates! I am so proud of you. It brings me to tears for all you have gone through, struggled through, grown through. Your Taj Mahal is a precious tribute. And the world will know Liz and Maddy and Daddy. Cheers and Congratulations!
I really hope you do a book tour and for sure at Borders in Tigard OR (at Bridgeport Village Mall!!!)
Wow Matt! Just….wow.
Matt, I am so proud of you and excited you’ve finalized your book. Being a creep from the beginning I just burst into tears when I saw your post. And the title – Lock it in!! It’s perfect. Your Taj Mahal is a precious tribute and the world will know about Liz and Maddy and Daddy. Both of your families, and Brooke, and all of us are honored to be part of your journey. Thank you for sharing your heart so totally. And thank you for being brave even when you didn’t know you were. Maddy is the winner here!
I hope and pray you three to come to Oregon on tour so I can meet you in real life. Border’s at Bridgeport Village Mall in Tigard…for sure!!!
Wow Matt….simply wow.
Congratulations! Love the title, can’t wait to read it
I’m so pleased to hear your news – that’s great. I’m so excited about your book as well, I’m hoping it’s going to be available in the UK for my 28th birthday in April – but it may just be a late present I’m really looking forward to reading it, even though I’m sure it wil make me cry.
Great name as well Two Kisses for Maddie. You are going to be doing a signing tour in the UK – right?!
Well done for completion and good luck with all the decisions still to come!
Jade
so excited for you, and Maddy! Can’t wait to read the finished product!
So excited for you!!!
So happy for you! Wait, Wisconsin? It’s Minnesota! Why do people think all the midwest states are the same??? haha! Celebrate like crazy. I think a week of spoiling Maddy is in order. Congrats. Must be such a great feeling!
Congratulations!!!! The title brought me to tears. I can’t wait to read it.
April 2011 won’t come fast enough for this one who will preorder several copies (autographed, of course). Congratulations!!!
Congratulations Matt! Can’t wait to read the book. Your editor has a great sense of humor!
Congratulations! This is such a huge step!
I can’t wait to read your book, you can be sure that my copy will be on pre-order months before the actual release.
I hope your book tour stops around the New England area… But New Hampshire would be preferable.
I’m so, so happy for you!
Congratulations! I can’t wait to read it!
Maddy should be very proud of her father and I know that Liz is proud of you for making sure there is a document of the love that she and her daddy shared.
Congratulations! April 2011 can’t get her fast enough!
Wow!!! Congratulations Matt. Can’t wait to see it hit the shelves so I can read it. You should be so proud and honored to be able to do this for Liz. Maddy will be honored when she is older also. Love the title — hope it doesn’t change!
CONGRATULATIONS!
FANTASTIC, MATT!!!!!
CONGRATULATIONS MATT!!!!! I cannot wait. Liz is SO VERY proud, I’m sure!!!!! ;0)
congratulations matthew…
you wrote a fucking book!
you inspire me every day. and you make me so damn proud.
we are lucky to have you.
now. time to get to work on that gram-o-phone (or whatever that ridiculous thing you bought is called).
ps- figure out how to change this picture of me. please.
Holy shit, Matt, that’s so exciting! Congrats! I can’t even imagine what it felt like to receive that email. Wow.
Excellent – congratualations Matt!
CONGRATS!!!! a tremendous accomplishment!
can’t wait to buy it. the next 9 months will go by so quickly for you, i’m sure. congratulations, dude.
So excited! I cannot wait to read it! Congratulations!!!
Huge congratulations, a great achievement.
Yay yay yay! I am so excited for you, and will be waiting in great anticipation to read your book once it comes out. Congratulations on this milestone, and all the best with those still to come!
congratulations Matt, Liz, and Maddie. How exciting. I can’t wait for the book release. A book signing around Brainerd, MN would be great, but i could settle for Minneapolis. I have read your blog since your story was in the star tribune over two years ago.
Congratulations, Matt! And kudos to Amanda for her fabulous email
Can’t wait to read the book!
I know I’ll be buying it! Congrats!!!
WOW! Amazing and congratulations!
The e-mail you received was absolutely hillarious!! I can’t even imagine how relieved/excited/proud you must be.
It sounds like the “writting” hat fits you well (although your internet stalkers already knew that).
Thats awesome! Congrats!!! I love the title and I can not wait to read it.
OMG, what awesome news!!!!!! Your editor is a hoot! I too love the name of the book. I got tears when I read that part! CANNOT wait until it comes out….. I don’t understand why there’s so much more to do. I’m clueless when it comes to writing a book I guess LOL!
Congratulations, Matt! I can’t wait to read the book. Just reading the title brought tears to my eyes. It’s been such a treat to read your blog for the last 2+ years. Thanks again for continuing to share your life with us. You’re an inspiration.
Congrats Matt! I can’t wait to read it!
Can’t wait for it to hit the local Barnes and Noble. Book tour? Come to Boston, please! Bring that sweet girl with you also.
WOOHOO!
Congratulations, Matt!! Can’t wait to read it!
Congratulations!
Congratulations. What a beautiful moment. And a great letter. That should really be published too.
I HATE reading, but I am so flippin’ excited about this book. Congrats Matt! The Taj is almost complete!
Congrats, Matt. This is HUGE! Love the title.
Wonderful job Matt!! Congratulations to you and I’m looking forward to buying my copy come April. Cheers!
Kathryn
Overwhelmed…many congratulations coming your way from Austin. Seriously can not wait for the book. Life is both wicked and full of wonderment…thanks for letting us be there with you.
Congrats to you! I know I can’t wait to read it!
Now go buy the woman some damn cupcakes!
Matt,
After reading the blog from beginning till today, I have to say that this made me cry. I couldn’t be more proud, which sounds weird when you don’t really know someone. Our daughters are about the same age and I have really treasured reading and watching you and your Maddie. You are an awesome dad and a truly gifted writer. Congratulations is not a strong enough word right now. I can’t wait to read the book.
Yay!!! So happy for you! I bet it’s a relief to have that part done (but as you said, there’s still lots to do).
Glad you got through the writing process, though I imagine many times it was really difficult to relive some of those moments (but probably lots of really awesome moments to relive too!)
Sounds like your editor is pretty awesome too & totally fits your style. Congrats. Can’t wait to see the final final final product…
WOW!!! Congratulations!!! That is monumental… can’t wait to read the book! Do a book tour, please!!!
Congrats Matt!!! I can’t wait to read it!!!!
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So exited for you Matt!!! Can’t wait to buy & read the book. I will be looking forward to it. Also hope you come to Dallas, Tx for a book signing..
From another stanger/friend in Texas.
Right on, Rock Star!!!
Still reading….
Matt I nearly cried reading this! I can’t help but think how PROUD Liz would be right now and how COOL Maddie is going to think her dad is when she is older and able to totally grasp what you did for her! You are truly an awesome dad! YOU ROCK! Oh, and congrats on getting the book this far! Quite an accomplishment!
Congrats Matt! I am SO excited for you..so excited I cried! Can’t wait for the book to come out & I want pre-order info!
Awesome news- congratulations! What a feat– can’t wait to hear/read more. Amanda’s email was excellent.
WOW! This brought tears to my eyes. I can’t imagine how excited you must be feeling! I’m very happy for you Matt. I can’t wait to get my hands on this book! Congratulations!!
Congratulations! And I love the title! (I thought _Maddy and Me_ was kind of ordinary. And this one puts Liz in the title, which is beautiful.)
WAHOOO!!! Congrats! Can’t wait to read it!!!!
Con-grat-u-fucking-lations!!!!
Congrats! That title is PERFECT! A kiss from you and a kiss from Liz. I’m so happy for you!
Congrats. Can’t wait to buy the book!!!
Magnolia Bakery has a location at 200 Park Avenue and may even deliver cupcakes.
I am so so excited for you and Maddy! Can not wait to read it!!! Huge congrats to you! Enjoy every second of this!
Congratulations! I have been following your blog since I read about your story in People magazine. I can’t wait to read your book! I just love you guys!
SOOOOOOOOOO happy for you Matt!!!! It’s an incredible acomplishment, and I can’t wait to read the book. What an amazing gift for Maddy as she continues to grow up. Love the title, too, btw. Sounds like you have a great editor!!!
Congrats Matt! How exciting! Hope you do a little “touring” and come to Las Vegas. We’d love to have you and I offer my babysitting services.
) My girls and I look forward to it. They have enjoyed looking at all the pictures you post (they will be 4 and 2 in August). Hope there are some fun pictures included. Have a wonderful day…
HAZAR!!! And Saint Amanda IS awesomesauce!
I can’t wait to read it, looking forward to April 2011! Hopefully I will be in an area you are doing some book signings too
Congrats on this monumental accomplishment!
Congratulations! I’m anxious to get my hands on a copy next April!
That is so wonderful! I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
I have chills running down my body! I am SO happy for you, Matt! And I can’t wait to get your book! SO EXCITED! Best of luck to you! Much love from the M-O!
Jess
I have never commented but I read your blog all the time! I love looking at the new pictures of Maddy and seeing the videos of her. I just wanted to say CONGRATULATIONS!!! I just made a note and put it on my desk so I will remember to get the book. I cannot wait to read it!
Yay Matt! That’s fabulous!! Can’t wait for it! Congrats!
I love the title! Congratulations Matt!
Rock on!!! This is awesome news!
A HUGE congrat’s to you, Matt (and Maddy too). Will be looking forward to April 2011 to purchase your book. Best of luck to you!!!
YESSSSSSSS!!!! Seems like yesterday when we were hearing faint hints of this at Josh and Jane’s wedding. And look at you now. Congrats and hugs, Matt!
Great news! I am so happy for you. Did you ever think you would write a book? How will you celebrate? What city will you visit, what mountain will you climb?
Congratulations! Can’t wait to read it!
this is so awesome!!!!!!
Congrats Matt!
I cannot wait to read this book…I’ll be sure to have boxes of tissues handy.
What a wonderful gift for Maddy…one day she will read it and be so thankful to have it to remember her mom by.
What’s better than Congratulations?
What wonderful/exciting/stupendous/awesome news that the writing is done. If the book is anything as good as the writing you’ve done here, it will be fantastic. You owe Amanda cupcakes for certain. I love her humor and I think that kind of editing will only enhance your book.
And add my to the tally of those who LOVE the title as well.
Oh, and the rest of the post was great, too. We’re about to make the move into a big girl bed as well so I’m very impressed she’s sleeping and not running around. VERY IMPRESSED. Did I say VERY yet?
Fantastic news! Can’t wait to read!! What will you do with your time now!! Relax!! Can’t wait to hear about book tour? Will you be going overseas??!!
Um, I heart Amanda. She sounds awesome.
Congrats! So very proud of the heart and soul you have poured into this work. Beautiful title and gift for Maddy.
Just jumping up and down for you! Yay!
I loved your editors note, too funny. Congrats Matt, I’m very happy this process is moving right along for you. I can’t wait to read the book!
Congratulations Matt!! Ever since you started writing this book, I have been waiting patiently to find out when I could get a copy. I can’t wait to read it when it comes out next spring. Good luck with the rest of the work and I look forward to seeing it soon! I hope you make it to Houston if you do a book tour. That would be fabulous!
So amazing – congratulations! You and Maddy deserve great things.
Matt, I have been reading your blog since the beginning and this is the first time I have posted a comment…I am so excited that your book is done, congratulations!!! I can’t wait to buy it! I also just want to say (as I’m sure you’ve heard a million times) that I cannot fathom what you’ve been through, but I am so amazed with how you have dealt with the terrible things that occurred in your life and thoroughly impressed with the amazing job you have done raising Maddy. Getting to know you and Maddy, through your blog, has been a truly wonderful experience. Good luck with the finishing touches on the book and congratulations again**
I can’t wait to read it!! Congratulations!!
What a triumph! I am so thrilled that the book will be released next Spring. Can hardly wait to read it. Way to go!
Congratulations Matt!! What a wonderful accomplishment. The title is perfect. Is there a chapter called “The internet and the creeps who loved me” ??
That is great! I can’t wait to read your book. I love reading your blog and watching Maddy grow up.
Congratulations Matt! I think that’s the perfect title! My husband is in the Navy, and when he is out of town or on deployment, I always give the kids two kisses, one for mommy, one for daddy.
I can only imagine how excited and relieved you are.
Ok, so not to be awkward or anything, but do you want me to whip up a dozen cupcakes for her?
That was totally awkward. And dishonest. I can’t bake for shit.
Congrats.
Congratulations!
I have followed your blog since Maddy was born, and you can bet your ass I will be out buying your book in April ’11. I have loved being one of your devoted readers!
Congratulations!!! Can’t wait to see and read it. Cheers!
Congratulations Matt! I can’t wait to read it!
Yay, yay, yay! Can’t wait to read it and to celebrate it with you guys! So amazing Matt, congrats!
Just amazing! Congrats!
Congratulations!!!! I cannot wait to read this book-I’m so excited for it. Hell yeah!!
That is fantastic! Cheers!!
WOW! Fantastic!!!
OOooo and I can’t wait to read it!
Congrats!! I have never commented but from the moment I found your website I have been moved to tears but also to laughter….. You are an amazing father and despite what you have been through you are doing a damn fine job…
I’m so proud of you and I don’t even know you! Maybe we can meet at a Borders!
The excitement is palpable in this post… so happy that it is all said and done on those pages. Congratulations and I can’t wait to see what it all says! Hoping this next process will go smooth in getting all the final details all wrapped up. Might I suggest one of the many amazing photos you have taken of Maddy paired next to an amazing picture you have taken of Liz… and another one taken of you… 2 kisses 4 madeline is such a great title too. What an amazing legacy you are leaving for her
Hooah! I look forward to having my copy autographed at a MN bookstore. ;o)
Congrats on getting the book done Matt. What an awesome accomplishment!!! I am sure Liz is smiling down on you so proud that u got it all done. I cannot wait to read this long anticipated for book!!! wow I cant wait!!!!
Ok, the title alone nearly has me in tears. I LOVE it!!! Two Kisses for Maddy… brilliant!
That’s awesome Matt! As a child who watched my dad get his book published I know how long the process really is. So glad this faze is over and cannot wait for more details to come.
Hugs to Maddy and some beer for you (and Brooke as well)!
Congratulations!!! What a awesome email too. Thanks for sharing
Roll on April!
cover art…yum..
I suppose I will stop waiting now for the email where you include me in your growing celebrity by inviting me to do the cover art…and seeing how you are dedicating your book (-and all the tireless effort put forth-) to me, I will forgive the oversight..
This was after all really a LOT of work for me.. some days I would open your blog up and see a post i had.. brace yourself.. already read.
Forced than to read up on current events or scour the net for entertainment…and perhaps even blink my eyes to the light of day and come out from my inter web cocoon and see my children.. sadly while i was glued to your blog they have all grown up and married, turns out I have 37 grandchildren now, and am Mayor of a small town in the Philippines (who knew?)…
I may as well own stock in the bottled water industry- as my only recoil to the severe dehydration I have suffered from tears shed reading your blog- yes happy and sad tears both.. but buckets full none the less.. I know because i installed a rain catching/filtration set up here by the desk.. and I keep my household plants watered well.
The carpal tunnel is fine..a small testament really to the strain and energy put out..The doctor has given me a device called the Logelin-sling i can wear after long posts- it helps some.
Long days and nights.. world travel and teething..all read about without a complaint.
and like I said.. all is forgiven.
Congratulations, Matt! I am very proud of you!
I had the pleasure of a couple of hours with Miss Maddy last night. She is a very very good girl. I am sure you will be hearing all about the turkey . . .!!!
Congratulations! That’s so exciting. I can’t wait to read it!
Whee! Congrats on this milestone. I can’t wait to read it.
Congratulations Matt!!!!!! Maddy will treasure all of your hard work for her whole life. I can’t wait to pick up a copy.
Congratulations Matt!! The title is PERFECT!!!! The email from the editor was hilarious! Make sure to let us know if/when we can pre-order.
Congratulations Matt!!!!!!!! I cannot wait for the book to come out. I gotta say, your editor has a wicked sense of humor! This must be so surreal. Maddie will have so many great memories. Congrats to both of you!
Congratulations!! Can’t wait for the release date
Congratulations! LOVE the title
Congratulations, that’s fantastic news! I have followed your blog since April of ’08 and you bet I will have the book in my hands when its released.
The title couldn’t be more perfect and sweet; your editors letter sound be framed on the wall!
What a journey you have had. This will be a gift like no other for Maddy, and to have many of your memories of Liz written down it will keep her even more alive in your life and Maddy’s. I buy very few books, and I WILL buy this one! Since the Cribsheet posting over 2 years ago, I’ve followed your journey. All my best.
Congratulations! I have followed your story since seeing you on Oprah. Your ability to put your experience into words is amazing. Thank you for taking all of us on this journey with you.
Fucking Awesome! Congratulations!! I’m so happy for you.
That is just so, so cool. You have a book! I love the title, and I can’t wait to read it. Congrats a million times over!
So happy for you! I can not wait to buy a copy and read it.
Congratulations on such an accomplishment! I like millions of others can’t wait to read it. I see a New York Best Seller’s Title coming your way! I love the title. Liz would be so proud of you and Maddy and what the two of you have accomplished. I look forward to meeting you at the book signing at Barnes & Noble in Minnetonka on your book tour (you know the one we are all planning for you) ha ha
I got a chill reading this post! I am so excited for you and Madeline! Congratulations Writer!
It feels funny to be so proud as a stranger/friend, but I am very proud of you! I admit the moment I read the title of the book the tears instantly came. It is perfect.
GOOD LUCK with the release of the book, I’m certain that you will keep us informed of where in The MN you will be allowing Maddy to sign it for me. LOL!!!!!!
Seriously…SO proud to have been a part of the journey so far. Can’t wait for more.
I am very proud of you. That seems a little weird coming from a stranger/friend, but I am.
I will also admit here that the title made me cry the moment I saw it. It is perfect, and that was the first time I saw it. I don’t know if you had mentioned it elsewhere.
I can’t wait to be able to pick up my signed copy, as I’m sure you will let us know when and where you will be in The MN…books in hand
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CONGRATULATIONS!!
It’s about time! Congrats, Matt. This is incredible news!!!
Awesome! I can’t wait to read it!!!
Congratulations Matt, this is so so great, I don’t know why I feel like crying, I had to stop for a few seconds after I read the title, “2 kisses for Maddy” and I can’t help it but look at the picture you have at the bottom of this blog, of you two, you are hodling Maddys’ hands, she is still a baby in that picture and not the little girl we have seen lately, what a journey this has been. I’m so glad for you guys, and for you to have made it this far, for being the most wonderful parent (mother and father) to Maddy, for keep moving and for continuously inspire each one of us. Can’t wait to read your book!!!
Matt –
Good afternoon. It is truly world changing unfortunate that you had to be in a position to write this book however I would like to congratulate you on having it completed. I look forward to buying a copy of the book and taking the journey with you and your stranger – friends.
YAY!!!! Congrats on finishing the book, good luck on finishing it up tp perfection!
South Suburbs of Chicago would make a great book signing location! Hint Hint!! Congrats
I have never been so excited to get my hands on a book in all my life!!
Can’t wait to read it!! Congrats!
Matt,
I’m so excited for you! I’ve been reading your blog since Maddy was just a few months old and I can’t wait to get the book. Congratulations!!!!
Brenda
Congrats my friend! I am so glad that book is written. I can’t wait to read it. I hope this means that you will start blogging on a somewhat regular basis.
PS. I think you should come to visit Utah. I know it isn’t as glamorous as Minnesota, but you would love the mountains.
We are so happy for you that you have officially finished the book. Seriously it’s so courageous of you to have poured yourself into this book. What a wonderful legacy for Liz (and Maddie). If we don’t catch you in town this week, we will see you in Sept @ Solera!
Congratulations Matt! I have been reading your blog for about 2 years now and have never written a comment before, but I couldn’t let this moment pass without adding my congratulations!!
through my mess of tears, I am very happy for your accomplishment…and as most have said, the title is complete perfection!!
Just one request from this avid reader of your blog (& soon your book)…if there does happen to be a tour, please include southeast Michigan in the list of stops…there is a stranger here who would love to become a friend…
I am so happy for you Matt, for Maddy, for the Goodman family..and for the Logelin family. It is a beautiful monument to Liz. The memories, on paper, will be phenomenal. But..I also want to applaud Brooke. She has been such a stellar person through all this…it must be hard at times to see the accolades, and the joy re: the upcoming book. Brooke..you’re awesome, and clearly a beloved person to little Maddy.
mazel tov!
I cannot wait to read your book….hopefully you will offer us a presale:)
First, I must say that the title is AWESOME! I personally can not wait to get my hands on this book! Congratulations! Now, go get shit-faced.
SUPER excited for you! Congratulations! You’ve worked so hard…I can’t wait to read it!
P.S. Send the girl some cupcakes.
Congratulations, Matt! I hope you’re working on a digital version too, with all your amazing photos and a book soundtrack.
What age do you think Maddy will be when she wants to read the book?
Awesome! I will be the first person to buy it!
So awesome!! Congratulations Matt! I can’t wait for April!
Congrats – that is a huge step! Love the email… so happy for you!
Congratulations on this big accomplishment. I can not wait to read this book!
So frickin’ excited to read your book! See you at the 5k!!! SO happy you are doing that again. I enjoyed meeting you last year.
Awesome! Just awesome!!
Congratulations! I am so excited to read the book considering I have followed your story since Maddy was born. You are a true inspiration to others.
Awesome Congratulations !! I hope you celebrate for this special occasion and I am sure Liz is smiling down on you and is so proud
That is awesome!!! I can’t wait to April 2011 to read it!!!
Love the book title ! You must be so proud ! Can’t wait to get my copy. Any chance you will do some sort of contest for signed books? Im in New Orleans and would love for you to come here for a book signing, but if not, please consider doing some sort of contest or $25 donation to the Liz Foundation for signed copies.
Looking forward to April 2011 !!!
Congrats! Can’t wait to see your book.
That is so fucking rad!
Awesome!! Can’t wait to read it.
Congratulations! Just wondering…did you decide on a picture for the cover of your book and do you think you will continue blogging or has the book writing burned you out?
You have traveled a very long and difficult road and you should be very proud of yourself. All the best always to you and Maddy.
Hell yeah, Matt! I will come to a book signing (even if it’s only on the west coast) and ask that you sign it, “To the non-creepy fan who I met at a Vegas cabana”
Matt,
Sorry to say, but your editor just may be funnier than you!!! Oh, Happy Day! I can’t wait to read the book, even though it feels like I have been watching over your shoulder the whole time. Thanks by the way, for letting us be part of your lives!
WOW!!!!!!!!!!
Wow…that is a real book! Look at all those pages stacked up! Congratulations, so happy for you. Can’t wait to buy and read it. If you tour, please consider coming somewhere close to Milwaukee, WI….I have never waited in line to meet anyone except for Mario Lopez and it sucked and I’ve never even much liked him and am not sure why I waited…but I would be honored to wait in line to meet you.
p.s. Your editor is pretty funny.
Dear Matt:
This is the 4th time (I think) I write in your blog. Im not sure if you get any of my messages. But… anyhow, Id love to say CONGRATS! NICE WORK!
Ive been following you and your blog since one cousin of me (who lives in Irland, by the way) expose my situation in her blog saiyng that Im much alike you… single parent (by the suddenly death of our loving ones), with very young kids (2 in my case), triyng to survive all this… It was a very loving letter from my cousin and it has your blog adrres. I got curious…
This is also an important week for me too. Ive been writing for family and friends since my little boy was a project. But, I just sended e-mails. Than I was told that my dear friends shared all my thougts about life, motherhood, friendship with other people because they think what I write is important, in some way…
After the death of my husband (few months ago) I thouth about stop writing. How could I continue to write about a family and this family live if one of the components are no longer here? How could I enjoy the moments with my kids, their progress, if Im not sharing this with the other person they belonged to? I felt so unfaire…
Then… I was told about your blog. I was inspired by you! Thank you so much for that!!! After some time I decided to “copy” your moves and try to help people with my history (hope youre OK with it!). Yesterday I started my blog!
Hoping to help people in Brazil that experiencies the same joy and dificulties of raising kids by theironw…
Thank you, once more, for being such an inspiration!
Maibe Ill organize my texts in a book, someday… how knows?
Greetings from Brazil.
Miriane
http://www.diariodos3mosqueteiros.blogspot.com
Congratulations!
You are such an inspiration!
Wow! Congratulations Matt! I”m so excited. I can’t wait to read it. Sorry we missed you this weekend! Love to you both!
Since your daily (?) blogs usually have me in happy tears, the least I can do is pay you back by buying a copy! Cheers to you and Congratulations!
Congratulations Matt!! This is such exciting news!! I can’t wait to read it!
Fantastic news! Can’t wait to read 2K4M
Congratulations! I’ll get the tissues ready!
Congrats!! What glorious news!
What an amazing silver lining and an incredible legacy for Maddy!
Blessings
How wonderful and exciting! I don’t know how I’m going to wait until next April to read it!
Yippee!!!!! I’m so excited for you!!!!!
Congrats! Awesome news, can’t wait to read it in April 2011!
Yeah! Please make sure it’s available for the Kindle
So very, very cool. Congratulations on all your hard work up to now and good luck with all the hard work to come. I so hope you’ll be having a book signing in the Salt Lake City area (I know, random, but a girl can hope.) I already know what I’ll be telling everyone to read for book club in mid-2011!
Goosebumps!!!!!!!!!! I’ve never ever gone to a book signing before, but I will most definitely attend yours. Lucky for me I live in L.A. so you’ve gotta have one in your hometown, right?
BTW, I think I saw you once at Palate in Glendale. I wanted to say “hi” but my husband said that might be too creepy ;-p
Woohoo!! Congrats!! That is really exciting news.
That’s fantastic, I can’t wait to purchase your book. I’m seriously writing it in my calendar right now. What a fabulous person you are. Truly a shining light in Maddy’s life.
PS- I hope you’re planning a book signing in Mpls. Please be sure to let us know, I’ll definitely be coming to it!
Congratulations and I can’t wait to buy and read your book.
YAY!!!!!! congratulations, Matt. I can’t even begin to explain how happy I am for you. And, I’m so excited to purchase the book. It will be the first book I’ve bought in…, well, since I’ve had kids, which is almost 6 years. I’ve just been waiting for a book worth reading to come around
Matt,
CONGRATULATIONS!! This is huge. Good for you…
Tamara
I could only imagine the emotions you have!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Can not wait to have a copy!!!
I’m sure my piddly little comment, coming in at 401, doesn’t mean much of anything…but CONGRATULATIONS, anyway.
My mother had a children’s book published by Harper Collins (then, Harper & Row) when I was 12, and I still remember the excitement and events and awards that followed.
I am thrilled for you!
What a huge accomplishment Matt! Congratulations to all of you! I love love love the title! Do you know if it will be released internationally?
Many, many Congratulations! I will be first in line when the book hits Canada!
Congratulations. I can’t wait to read your book when it comes out. I want a signed copy!!!
Congratulations, Matt. I’ve been reading your blog for a little over 2 years and am absolutely thrilled for you (as I sit here with a big silly grin on my face!) I just know that Liz is so very proud of you and Maddy is one of the luckiest little girls in the world to have you as a father.
Congrats again and I look forward to reading the book!
Huge milestone achieved! Looks like you have raised two babies! Looking forward to the book and hope you do a book stop in Chicago so I can get a signed copy.
I got chills reading this. I am so happy for you and can’t wait to read it!
Wow congratulations Matt! That is a HUGE accomplishment! I’m so happy for you and am looking forward to the book release.
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What is left to say after 404 comments? Congrats!
Congrats !!!! I have been reading since Maddy was born and I am SO happy for you !!!!!
CONGRATS! Can’t wait to read it too. I would love a signed copy too!
Oh my gosh how exciting! Congratulations to you and Maddy! I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy. A book tour is a must… that means you have to come to the San Fran Bay Area
Congratulations, Matt! I can’t wait to read it!
Dude…that is so awesome! I have never “known” anyone that has written a book before! Big hugs and congrats to you!
EXCELLENT news. Traveling and promoting the book should be a great adventure for you and Maddy. Best of luck from someone who has followed you since you were on Oprah.
Awesome! I’m looking forward to it already!
Congratulations! That’s phenomenal…can’t wait to read it!
All the congratulation and heartfelt hugs in the world! Can’t wait to read it!
Felicitations…what more can be said…hope you celebrate with a trip to Paris again
The M-J Family
I can’t wait to read this! I’m at Redbook now, PLEASE make sure I get a copy.
Matt, i heart congratulations! Ive been following you through your blog for the last year or so and what a wonderful moment this must be. I’m extremely anxious to read the finished product.
You should be extremely proud of your achievement and you know that everyone around you is.
Cheers!
Matt,
My roommate suggested your blog to me in June of this year, I have read everything, from day 1 until now. I can not express how happy I am (and excited) for “Two kisses for Maddy” to come out!Congrats!
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That’s awesome!! Congratulations.
I cannot wait to read it
Congratulations, Matt!!! This is fantastic news!
That is so awesome! Congratulations! I can’t wait to read your book!
Congrats Matt! I’m so proud of you and all the hard work you’ve put in to make your book possible. I can’t wait to get a copy!
I’ve never anticipated a book more. Can’t wait!
Matt, I just started reading your blog and have to say what a great achievement on your book, I will be sure to pick it up in April! Hope you come to Mpls.
Wow. This is uber-cool, and I love the book title. Congratulations and I hope to see you on a booktour sometime next spring!
Congratulations Matt. I can’t wait to for the book.
congrats!
I’m so excited for you and can’t wait for the book!
Hello. Just wanted to say congratulations Matt. I´ve been reading your blog for a while now. Love your writing, so sincere, and love all your beautiful pictures even more. Maddy is so beautiful! :O) Greatings from Iceland, Edda c”,)
Matt,
I recently came across your blog from altdotlife.com (it was posted as a reccomendation for someone who recently lost her husband and is dealing with the day to day of raising their 4 month old daughter on their own). I actually remember seeing you on Oprah a couple of years ago! Anyhoo, I found your blog and have spent far too many hours at work reading every word of it.
Your writing is beautiful, your daughter is an amazing girl with a wonderful family and such a life lived already. It is absolutely heart wrenching as a mother to imagine that your Liz has missed any second of that beautiful girls life but man alive she has more love from her Dad (as evident by the way you write about her) than some kids have in a lifetime.
Can’t wait to read the book.
Stacy
I cannot wait to get my hands on a copy! I’m so excited, and may I say PROUD, of you for such an accomplishment. You are a rock star! Congratulations!
That is so exciting!! Congrats!!
I got chills reading this. Congratulations Matt! It’s going to be wonderful. Oh wait, it already is!
Holy shit, that’s great!!!!
Congratulations Matt!!!! What an amaizing accomplishment:)
Congratulations!
That is amazing.
Huge, huge, huge CONGRATS! I am so thrilled for you.
Omigosh, this is so exciting!!!! I’ll definitely buy a copy when it’s available!!!
What an awesome editor and letter! Congrats!
as someone who has always dreamed of writing a book, this brings me to tears. congratulations…what a journey you have had.
SOOO Happy for you MATT!!! I try to follow your blog as much as I can..Your story has really touched many people…Can’t wait to read your book!!! Such an accomplishment and well deserved!!! CONGRATS!!!
Congratulations Matt! I can’t wait to read it. I will be seeing you this fall at the walk/run. Hopefully Heather will be able to join me this time. Take care.
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