Once Upon a Time There was a Blogger Named Me
Considering the embarrassing length of time that has passed since my last blog post, things have mostly stayed the same in our lives. Yes, we now have a blue accent wall in our living room and our daughter is working on her fifth tooth. Yes, I have finished the first chapter in my For Dummies book and yes, I won a bronze medal in the Super G at the Vancouver Olympics (OK, that’s a lie).
Nonetheless, life looks pretty much the same as it did six weeks ago. And, after a lot of soul searching and some much-needed time away, I realized how much I like writing my blog. For a while, I wasn’t sure I did any more. Thinking about writing caused me more agida than the creative outlet. During that time, however, I also managed to get very sick, very run down, and very, very overwhelmed by the plate of responsibilities from which I dine every day.
And then, I got a wonderful email from Angela L. who reminded me why I started writing this blog in the first place.
Dear Matt,
I just wanted to take the time to thank you for your blog. My husband were trying to conceive a child at the same time as you and Constance were. After two years of trying and two miscarriages (in Sept 08 & April 09) we finally got pregnant with twin boys in May of 2009. They were born healthy at 38 weeks on Feb 9 and are doing well.
Although you may not realize it, your blog is a source of support for so many of us who are struggling to conceive a child of our own. Your being so open about your feelings, thoughts and struggles helped me to talk about my own struggles and fears with others and not be ashamed of it. Many days just reading your blog helped me to laugh, cry and be encouraged that sometimes things do work out in the end.
I just wanted you to know how much your blog has meant to me over the past few years and I am enjoying reading all about Nola’s first year of life. She is such a beautiful little girl and you and Constance are wonderful parents. Please accept my heartfelt thanks and know that you are an inspiration to us all.
Sincerely,
Angela L.
Angela, thank you. Thank you for kicking me in the ass in the nicest possible way. I really needed that. Thank you for taking the time to write me and make me feel ready to do this again. Thank you, thank you, thank you
I’m sorry for not being polite and announcing my break and, if there’s still anyone reading, thanks for being patient with me.
And, for today, I’m going to call it a day, but not before I recap our life in photos.
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This is wonderful - thank you (and Angela L!)
Thanks also to my wonderful wife. You know what you did and I appreciate it.
Look at those teeth!!! I love it! She is getting so big-can’t wait to see her next month, oh and you guys too
Love ya!
Thank you so much for the update! I was getting worried. Is Nola eating any better? My daughter Elise is very similar to Nola as far as her desire to eat food. I just keep hoping that one day she will decide that food is yummy!
BTW, I am the poster with the milk allergy as well. Hope things are going well on that front too. The allergy didnt seem to bother me much while I was pregnant, but now it is back in full force kicking my ass.
Welcome back, missed you! And holey moley, Nola’s looking so toddler-esque!
I am still reading! And I am glad you are back. You are an inspiration to others in fertility, parenting, and relationships.
Nola is just too darn cute!
I’m still here too! I’d check in every now and then just to see if something new was posted. Nola is as gorgeous as always! Welcome back!
Still reading and in a similar situation to Angela. Your blog (and email) have been a great source of inspiration through our struggle. Especially your certainty that we would succeed. I often doubted it myself but now I know you were right. I have an almost 27 weeks belly to prove it.
Thanks again for sharing your journey and for posting updated photos of Nola. I didn’t think she could get any cuter but apparently she can!
All the best!
I was just thinking about you yesterday and wondering what you were up to. I’m glad to see you back.
I have also been reading your blog for a while, but don’t think I’ve posted in the past. We have been in the process of fertility treatments for a while now and have appreciated all of your candor with your own experiences. It’s great to see you both so happy with your beautiful baby girl.
Welcome back, it’s awesome to see Nola’s baby teeth. She just gets cuter by the day.
I have been checking off and on to see whats new. Your family is a great inspiration for me as my husband and I continue our journey towards attempting to become parents. The struggle you and Constance went though is a reminder that good things come to those who wait. Waiting 13 months now.
Nola is getting so big! She is so beautiful!!! It’s so good to have you back!
yay! you’re back! welcome and we’re glad to see you!
personally, i am always confounded by anyone having the audacity to be upset with bloggers for “taking a break.” you are, of course, entitled to use your time as you see fit! yay for spending time thinking and loving your family! anyway, your blog is a joy and a gift. thanks for that.