Winner Announced!
Congratulations to:
Michelle Mierczewski
You have won Two Kisses for Maddy!
Please email me at stephanieelliot@gmail.com - send me your full name (well, I guess we got that already huh!? LOL!) and your address and I'll get your book to you! Congrats!
Book: Two Kisses for Maddy
Author: Matt Logelin
Website: http://www.blogger.com/www.mattlogelin.com
This one is a heartbreaker but it’s also a story of inspiration and survival. A book I purposely left for close to the end. One that I want to start reading but that I need to find the quiet time in my schedule to be able to sit down and just really be ready to read.
I’m not sure how many of you know the story of Matt Logelin or follow his blog, but it’s an intense story of how he experienced life and death of the two most important women in his world in a matter of hours. I have goosebumps just writing these words. His blog and his life and how he’s getting through it is an amazing story and if you don’t win this book, you’ve got to read it. This man, oh my gosh, is seriously a pillar of strength, and in his humbleness, he would probably just say to anyone, “I was just doing what I had to do.”
You can watch this video, but, warning, it will probably make you cry. It’s beautiful, and like it says about the book below, it’s “heartwarming and heartbreaking” both at the same time.
Here’s what his book, which is not published until April 14 (but I do have Advanced Reader Copies here), “Two Kisses for Maddy” is about:
Matt and Liz Logelin were high school sweethearts. The pair settled together in Los Angeles and they had it all: the perfect marriage, a beautiful new home, and a baby girl on the way. But just twenty-seven hours after they welcomed Madeline into the world, Liz suffered a pulmonary embolism and instantly died, without ever holding the daughter whose arrival she had so eagerly awaited.
Faced with devastating grief and the responsibilities of a new and single father, Matt coped by returning to the small blog he had created to keep friends and family updated on Liz's pregnancy, which today has become a place for him to share with over a million curious readers the day to day of two lives bound by loss and love. But there is more to his story than just raising a daughter alone: Matt Logelin is an extraordinary human being. Having been sustained through tragedy by the kindness and generosity of strangers, he is now dedicated to helping others in difficult situations by reaching out and inspiring those facing loss or adversity.
A heartwarming and heartbreaking story punctuated by beautifully recollected-- and often humorous-- memories and anecdotes, Two Kisses for Maddy unquestionably has something to offer any reader who has experienced grief, and has sought the courage to live again.
To be entered to win Two Kisses for Maddy, just tell me something nice you plan to do today! Our friends are in town still and Mr. MaNiC is taking the day off and we’re all going to go somewhere fun! Not sure where we’ll end up, but being together is good enough for me! Happy Friday everyone!
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Please leave a comment, and all those who do will qualify to win Two Kisses for Maddy! I’ll draw the winner in a couple of days and I will post the winner’s name at the TOP of this post, in the highlighted area.
Come back and read about each book every day in March. Choose the books you'd like to win. Enter for any or ALL the books. Each entry will count as an entry toward the grand prize of winning ALL 31+ books at the end of the month. You can win the book of the day and still qualify to win ALL the books at the end of the month!
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Thanks, and GOOD LUCK! And come back tomorrow to see what book I’ll be giving away then too!
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158 comments:
I'm taking my daughter to the accepted student's open house at her college (she will be a new freshman in the fall). And we're getting another winter storm. It's important to her, so I'll do what I can to get her there. Even if that means driving through the mountains in a snow storm. Oh, the things we do for our children.
I'm making dinner for my siblings. We're having a yardsale and I'm making Quesadilla Casserole. TaraUB in IN
The weather is yucky, so I'm thinking of taking my daughter to see Hop
Jen Rabenstine
I have chills reading this-- I will have to check out his blog. Today I am going to do the great public service of cleaning off my desk...and writing birthday thank you notes.
Enjoy your company and time with your hubby, MM. Thanks for hosting!
I'm going to lunch with two friends today to discuss the Senior Party for my son's class. This will not only be enjoyable (seeing the ladies) but will get this huge burden off of my shoulders completely. I really need this load lightened. This book looks amazing. A young man from about an hour from here lost his wife and son in a car accident a few weeks ago. He has been on my mind a lot lately...and I hope that he's alright. He's 24 years old. ktmixon315
When I get off work, I plan to cuddle up in bed with a couple good books for the evening. It's rainy and cold and it has been a long work week.
I'm a follower of Matt's blog and I'd love to win a copy!
Something nice I'm going to do today... let myself relax. Also, watch my dog like a hawk, because he ate some (very small) plastic bits of a pen and it's freaking me out. Sigh...
Between work and picking my car up from the shop, all I can think about is picking up my Nook and reading! Even after busy days, knowing I can read makes my day! This book sounds like a MUST!
Kayo
My son's best friend is moving today to Louisiania; so I took a picture of them a couple of weeks ago and I am going to take my son over to see his friend and let him give him the picture while he tells him good-bye. :(
I am going to the Circus with my 8 year old niece and sister and then tomorrow leaving for a cruise with them also! Love spending time with my family!
Taking my son to Playgroup. I HATE it. He LOVES it. Its an hour of pure torture for me, but we go every week.
My kids are on spring break. My younger son has been sick all week so we have been stuck in the house. He is finally feeling better so I'm going to let them choose whatever they want to do today and take them to do it.
Thanks for the great book giveaways!
-Donna W.
Today is such a cold, nasty day that I think I'm going to be nice to me and make a large hot cup of Peppermint tea.
Debydew110
I know we are going to have an extremely busy day at work because the weather has been so nice. So I plan to cater lunch for my staff . Even if its just subway platter and cookies.
I'm driving four hours in this crappy Northweastern weather to see four of my best college friends in Philadelphia.
My plans for today are to clean and get the house comfy because my nephew from Kentucky is coming to stay with us and this will be the second time he's stayed with us since my mom died. So hopefully this time won't be as sad it will just be fun and relaxing!
We're helping our daughter put mulch around her trees.
Going to do some shopping this evening with hte hubby and kids to get ready for our big trip to Disney next week! WOO HOO!
kathygold9778
I plan on taking a few laps around the neighborhood this morning! Tonight my hubby and I are going out to dinner with our 3 kiddos!
Babysit my precious 7 month old Grandson. Not a selfless act exactly.
I had a baby two days ago and am just going to savor my time with him. I'm taking him home from the hospital today and will get to spend time with my other kids. I just want to love on them all today.
Ally N
We just got home from vacation and its snowing in MA so I'm thinking take out and a movie with the bf!
I'm working the opening game of the Texas Rangers. Woo Hoo! It's Time Ya'll!!!!
I am babysitting for my sister while she goes to take a test.
I am going to have dinner with my grandparents. I moved out about 9 months ago after living with them my whole life. Now I go over there as often as I can. *crossing my fingers that my fiance doesn't have to stay late tonight*
Crystal717
Making dinner for a family who lost a loved one.
Anne Beth
I'm going to have dinner/maybe watch a movie with my husband.
-bee h.
My husband has been away on a business trip this week so I just want to spend a quiet night at home with him and the kids.
i'm going to bring dinner to my boyfriend's mother. the poor thing fell and broke her leg in two places, requiring surgery to repair it! now she can't stand long enough to cook anything!
Take my kids out for breakfast treats and meet my knitting group... a double whammy of pleasure for me!
Jen Fee 9476
I wanted to cry just reading that! Something nice today. Well I told my three year old I'd buy him the color yogert he's been asking for (trix--I'm sure full of sugar), but poor little man was so sick last night and the thought of color yogert brought a smile to his little face, and I sure love that face :) Have a great visit with friends.
Laura Kay
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I was thinking about getting a perdicure on my lunch!
I am sending food to a family friend that lost a loved one and then I am going to make sure to hug my daughter extra tight and be thankful for what I have.
I'll be making my hubby's lunch for work today. Just cause I love him.
Clynnc
Oh, you know that I am beyond excited for this book to come out. Following Matt's blog is so inspirational! As far as all of the books that you are giving away, this is one that will be bought and read on the day it is released. Whoever wins this book is a very lucky person! Thanks again for doing this month-plus give away.
As far as doing something nice....I am taking my daughter to finally buy her a new pair of rainboots and a new bike helmet. I also plan on writing a very over-due thank-you note.
michelle jagow
I've been struggling recently - nothing close to what Matt has dealt with - so the something nice is to just try to be kind to myself today and decide whether to accept another job where I work (mine is being eliminated) at a company I don't believe in for a boss I don't trust just to have health insurance.
It's my Birthday so I plan to share my happy birthday spirit (and smile) with everyone today.
I just checked out his blog yesterday -- what a fantastic man.
I'm attending a Nigerian baby shower, full of yummy food, dancing and celebration.
Happy Friday.
clk-a
I plan to spend the day with my family after we bury my brother. I know that sounds sad, but at a time like this, it's nice to know that I'm close to my family and we have each other.
Dani Patarazzi
Have a half day of work then making hot dogs and nachos for my boyfriend so he can watch opening day baseball like he at the stadium!
Angelini197
My grandfather just passed, so I'm driving two hours to visit with my grandma (something I've already done 3 times this week). Distance isn't a issue when someone needs you.
Unfortunately I have a funeral visitation to go to today for a friend's Grandmother. Between that fact and reading about this book. The only thing that I really want to do is hug my kids and my husband, tell them I love them and spend time with them. Some days that is all you really need.
Today, I will take time to realize just how lucky I am to have a Husband that loves me and our son, that I have a healthy child who I adore, and that I have been blessed with all the things that God has given me!
I plan to take several hours and just sit and read! What a relaxing day!!!
I've been following Matt's blog for quite a long time, and I can't wait to read this book.
As for something nice, I'm going to be nice to myself and when I get home from work tonight I'm going to take a break from anything to do with law school, and just watch tv/movies and eat comfort food.
I am going to send my recently engaged mother-in-law a briday magazine and congratulations card!
I've got a babysitter and will be taking my hubby out on a surprise date!
I've started walking my neighbor's dog when we walk ours. He's older and it's become more difficult for him to get around. His dog is a sweetheart, but young, and needs more activity than he can give. It'll make all of us happy!
Today I am helping my best friend get ready for her wedding, which is next weekend.I'm a bridesmaid and am so excited!
- Amanda Leigh
I'm going to spend time with my family and let them know how much I cherish them.
I'm planning on going to visit my 3 year old goddaughter today and play with her, I love that little girl more than anything!
qweska8402
I'm going to my boyfriend's parents' house for dinner--MEATLOAF! I hate the cafeteria food at my college, so yes, meatloaf is a huge deal!
Today I am taking a chicken-pot-pie to my BFF who is coming back from vacation. I know she'll be exhausted so I thought she would appreciate not having to make dinner tonight. :) Nanette
You warned us, but I watched the video anyway... tears.
As soon as I get home dfrom work today ia m going to give my daughter and husband a kiss and just spent the eveing with them. And rub my prego belly, even the the little on eis too little to feel it yet.
xx(fingers crossed)
~Nattygirrl
I'm looking at a potential temporary apartment for the start of my traveling nursing program.
I'm helping my daughter's softball team at their game today.
-tmd636
I'm spending my evening with my husband and friends.
Amy Nichole G
I have friends coming into town and we are going to have a nice dinner with no kids! Also, I love Matt's blog, I have been following him since Maddy was born.jennyfromthecube
I plan on throwing a party for my boss as it is her last day today! I made homemade Oreos last night for the party
I'm not doing anything nice today, but I am picking my husband up after a 10-day trip to Amsterdam tomorrow night!! That's very nice:)
Taking my son to his Little League opening cermonies. Melissa Rem
I get to see my sister today!
i'm going to lunch with a friend!
We are having a SNOW DAY if you can believe it. On April 1st. Ridiculous. School snow day #6!
I'm picking my husband up from work today - and bringing him a mint mocha from his favorite coffee place.
After work tonight, I plan to start season 4 of Mad Men while curled up in bed. CariLynn
I'm going to smile at a stranger. :)
I am going to do something good for me. Going to road trip to a women's confrence with three other gals tody for the weekend. I don't do much for myself. This is a big treat for me.
Amanda
My hubby is home early from work, so we're gonna hang out with our toddler and enjoy a family day! :)
kndyer
Today I plan on doing all the school work I couldn't bring myself to do yesterday and then I will have a nice family dinner!
My sons and I are going to spend a quiet evening doing nothing and enjoying it. They have a rare evening off of play rehearsals. Ronit W
I am cleaning my house so it will be spring fresh when I have a friend arrive later tonight for her vacation. That's what is nice for my friend....what is nice for me is that I hired a cleaning service. :-)
Jana B
I am going to stop at a bakery on my way home to get red velvet cupcakes for my fiance. We've been together 6 years today :-)
I am getting ready for daughter and her husband to visit this weekend.
Iambtinrb
That book sounds heartbreaking! It's in the 70s in San Francisco, a rare event, so hopefully I'll be able to enjoy a drink in a cafe enjoying the good weather!
I plan on boxing up some of my old books that I know I won't read again and shipping them to a friend who is on a limited income. I've been meaning to do it for 2 months and keep putting it off.
Curling up with a good book in this cold weather.
I am going to take a friend some flowers! She has not had a good morning and needs a little cheering up =)!
My daugher is on spring break with her dad so this is my chance to go out for some drinks, food and great adult conversation. Looking forward to it.
I'm a teacher and I'm on spring break! The hubby and I are headed to Ikea to do some shopping. Lauren Royall
I plan on going home after work and spending some much needed one on one time with my partner once the kids are in bed :)
I bought lunch for my friend who has been very busy the last couple of days putting together her trip to China where she will adopt a baby girl.
i'm going to bring cookies to some friends of mine who are doing a show tonight!
I'm planning to have the house nice and clean, fresh sheets on the bed, and a nice dinner in the oven when my fiance gets home from his business trip. Jenni(fur) N.
Wow. That video gave me the chills.
I plan on going to cheer on my husband at his 1st co-ed softball game of the season! :)
My daughter arrived home for her spring break last night and we are going SHOPPING today! She is my favorite shopping buddy.
Today I plan to spend my evening with my family eating homemade pizza. I'm then meeting with some good friends for a game night!
I'm taking some free portraits of a friend's newborn baby today. ♥
Corey
Today is my father-in-laws birthday, we are going to take a movie to my in-laws , have dinner and dessert and spend a long yet wonderful evening at their home.
the timing of this one is amazing!
just supported my friends thru the service yesterday for the 28 yr old daughter who passed away monday. so sad, but so glad to be able to be here for them ~ now and when all the rest leave for their own homes and lives...
I'm giving a good friend a call on the phone.
I'll be making music with two of my best friends tonight!
Spending the evening with my sister, just relaxing and eating some healthy food to end a long and hectic week. - Jill Fay
Today I volunteered at my son's school for something called "The Metric Olympics". It's always fun to see the kids and they treat you like a rock star!
I LOVE MATT! I have been reading his blog since Maddy was three months old! Can't wait to get my hands on a copy -- HINT HINT. :)
Today I am getting a mani/pedi. That's pretty nice -- for me!
Plan to see a friend today for lunch without kids - Heaven!
My boyfriend and I are going to the gym together and then going out to dinner.
Going out to dinner with friends
Today I spent 8 hours with 10 college students on a community service project. It was a long, hard day, but great.
Today I am spending special one-on-one time with my big boy. He is growing up so fast...
~MommyMer
I'm going to cook dinner for my husband when he gets home from work- spaghetti & meatballs with Texas Toast. Yum ! :)
i read his blog and would love to own this book. Something nice? Does taking my daughter out to pizza and a very loud playplace with horrible coffee count?
Going to my nephew's karate program! I'm so proud of him! :)
Going to dinner with my wonderful boyfriend! :)
ChristinaL
Going out for drinks with my husband! No kids yea!
I got all my chores done so I can just "hang" with my son and have nothing else that I must do:)
My boyfriend is taking me out for a nice relaxing dinner, he just doesnt know about it yet :)
I'm going to read a book in my warm bed and fall asleep early! Yea! Rockin' night for me ;)
I treated my husband to dinner...and dessert :)
Another blog that I have now bookmarked and yes watching that video did make me tear. Today I went to my grandmother's house for dinner.
RebeccaE
I planted flowers!
Wendi fr Louisiana
I surprised my kids with a trip to get ice cream tonight. Rarely outside of vacations, do we go out for ice cream...so much easier to keep it in the freezer at home! LeslieGC
Not sure I can handle a sad book!! But I spent my day working a tradeshow for work...not so much nice as required?
I had a good day. I took a test that I think I did really well on and then I got Sonic to reward myself. It was a great day!
Thanks!
-Jessica
I traveled to MI this week for work, from NJ. I left Monday and got home late Thursday. I plan on spending Friday evening with my hubby.
I plan to leave work early to enjoy the sun that is peaking out today.
I surprised my roommate with his favorite food from the local bagel shop. After I gave him that I also bought him dinner from the taco truck.
Last day of vacation - we are going to lay out on the beach and enjoy the day. Patti cole
I'm going to get some rest so that I can stop infecting coworkers with my cold!
NicoleMG from CT
One of my friends from college came to visit me for the weekend and we spent the day by the pool! (Sunny West Palm Beach) :)
It may be too late, however the nice thing I did today was agree to be auctioned off at a fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. It was scary but a lot of fun, and to a great cause.
I am very sick so today I am enjoying some lazy time on the couch. I'm going to get some reading done and maybe watch some tv :)
Today I am going to spend some quality time with my girls.
Terri M. in Phoenix
I get to see my BFF after being gone for two weeks and surprise her with a little Aloha!
I am working today - but I plan on being helpful to my co-workers. You'd think that this isn't a big deal - but on Saturdays the girls I work with are fun and easy to work with - the rest of the week? Not.so.much. So today? I plan on helping out as best I can!!
i took a wonderful drive from seattle to portland...in the unexpected sunshine!
I plan on being nice to my brother when he comes to visit today. Sometimes we struggle to get along, but I will be cordial.
Watching a movie with my sons--
Chrisy K.
I took the day off work and took my three year old son to the local park and petting zoo for mommy-son time. It was his first time there and he had tons of fun.
I'm doing laundry :(
I took a nap and then went to the dog park with my 2 cocker spaniels.
They came home wet and dirty but sooo happy and tired.
Since I'm working from home today, when I finish I plan to hold my cat, and finish the book I've ben reading the past week!!
I'm going to call my mom just to talk. It's something I dont do nearly enough.
I took my 2 grandchildren to the Children's Museum this afternoon. Now the whole family is getting together to celebrate my oldest grandson's 7th birthday. I love spending time with my family and I am so thankful that they all live close.
Suzebomb
Today I plan to write a thank you letter to my mil (who I don't always have the best relationship with) to thank her for a great weekend.
I might be too late to enter in the drawing for this one. But on the April 1st, I went to Red Rock Canyon in Nevada. It was more than nice, it was awesome!
Movie night with my boy.
Sarah S.
sslinsky@hvc.rr.com
Today (Sat.) we have a baseball game, then heading to Sacramento for an early birthday celebration for the twins at Joe's Crab Shack on the river..one of our favorite places! I get to spend time with my mom and my kiddos, which makes it a really nice day. Then a little shopping and an early lacrosse game in the morning. :)
Going for an afternoon coffee run with 2 good friends from work - we all need the break and the "vent" time away from bosses and co-workers!
Marla W. (OP, KS)
Mondays aren't with nice just work and then master's program but I still want a chance to win this book!
Husband working late-taking son out to dinner.
Nicole
I am taking my cat for an MRI which is not exactly fun, but it will be AWESOME when he comes home with a clean bill of health (fingers crossed).
I'm taking my girls to Home Depot to pick out flowers for the pots in front of our house. They are very excited!
WOW what a book!... damp eyes make it hard to type! Something good today - spend time with my in-laws tonight! We so enjoy each others company and it has been over a week... uhg!
Thanks for the great book introduction, once again!
Christine
I know I technically am paid to be at work, but I love talking to people who visit from around the world, smile and wish them a good/fun day.. (i work at the "happiest place on earth") and i love it!!
Well today I working after a fun weekend celebrating my husband's 30th birthday out of town, but tonight my mother in law (who is now in town for my son's birthday) is making a delicious riggatoni dinner from scratch and we are all going to have a nice dinner! She is so happy because we brought her back some earrings from our getaway as a thank you for watching our son for us :).
Love his blog. Plans for tomorrow include taking a big chunk of time out of an incredibly busy day to help someone who is new at work. The person has just been thrown into their job and no one in their department is offering any guidance/direction at all.
I'm taking my sister out to dinner to thank her for helping me out so much this deployment.
Finally gave my friend her Christmas present today (pathetic, right? Just glad to finally have its guilt inducing presence out of my house!) and spent a nice evening with her having dinner and shopping!
SPepper22
I can't remember if I already posted to this one or not (I'm pretty sure I didn't.) Anyways, I plan to go out to a nice dinner tonight with my husband. We've both been VERY busy recently and need some "us time"
Kristi Hooke
My daughter loves to help us feed the chickens, but sometimes she scares them (she's 1 1/2 yrs old). Today is her turn to feed the chickens and the goats. It's fun to watch and help her.
i plan to finish cooking dinner!!!:)
I already did this. I walked ALL THE WAY to my car in the cold during a break in a meeting at work so I could lend my charger to a girl I don't even know. Yay me :)
I'm having a massage. TaraUB in IN
it's taco thursday and i hope to have lunch with my work pals and forget about work for a few minutes!! :)
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I just want to thank you for recommending this book. Thank you. I am reading it on my Kindle right now. Amazing. So descriptive, so raw, so real. This book is sure to be a best seller!
This can't have effect in actual fact, that's exactly what I think.
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