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I'm at a friends house and he was kind enough to allow me the use of his computer. We are leaving tonight for that long ride to California, one we made many times before, but this one will be like no other. This last month has beendifficult yet the most rewarding in my life and I will cherish this time for the rest of my life. At the end of this trip I get to see my parents wed again, they divorced in 88, and this will be the first time my whole family has been together since 1994. I do know this, I hope when my time comes that I have as good and as many friends as my dad has. This last week has been full of good byes and tears and for the first time in my life I have seen my father for the man he is and not just Pop. I want to thank those that sent cards and esp Barbara D, she is truely a wonderful woman. You guys be well.
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #1 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 3:21pm » |
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Matt, wishing you a safe trip. You and Craig are always in my prayers.
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« Reply #2 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 3:28pm » |
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Ohhh Matt. Please drive dafe, and know you and Pop are in the hearts and minds of many of us.
Love to you both.
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« Reply #3 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 3:31pm » |
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Keep the rubber on the road! 
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« Reply #4 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 3:41pm » |
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Just try to take it all in as best you can right now, Matt. There'll be plenty of time to reminisce later. Bless your heart for being there for your dad.
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« Reply #5 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 3:48pm » |
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Matt, stay safe on your trip. We'll all keep the prayers and vibes going for you, your dad and your family.
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« Reply #6 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 3:56pm » |
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Safe trip, bro!
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« Reply #7 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 6:50pm » |
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Good to hear from you, Matt.
Have a safe trip--and take your time if you can. Driving is good for thinking things over, and talking things out.
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #8 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 6:57pm » |
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Have a good trip Matt. Tell Pop I said hello. I am so glad you are getting this time to spend with your family. I'll be thinking of you. 
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on Sep 17th, 2007, 3:13pm, Maffumatt wrote:| This last week has been full of good byes and tears and for the first time in my life I have seen my father for the man he is and not just Pop. |
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Not everybody gets that chance Matt, cherrish every moment. I feel like your dad has found his peace, thanks for sharing 
Sean.............................
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This is Helen, you're taking a lot of love with you Matt, those of us who met Craig love him dearly and those of us who only know you will be holding you up as long as you need us. Give Craig my love, my life is richer for knowing him and God bless and Godspeed to you all.
With love, as always,
Helen xxx
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« Reply #11 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 10:37pm » |
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Be safe and drink lots of water! Leah
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #12 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 11:03pm » |
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on Sep 17th, 2007, 8:14pm, Paul98 wrote:This is Helen, you're taking a lot of love with you Matt, those of us who met Craig love him dearly and those of us who only know you will be holding you up as long as you need us. Give Craig my love, my life is richer for knowing him and God bless and Godspeed to you all.
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be well Matt and we will continue to keep you in our thoughts....Tim & Linda
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #13 on: Sep 17th, 2007, 11:43pm » |
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Matt
Be safe and have an awesome time!
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #14 on: Sep 18th, 2007, 12:08am » |
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Be safe, Matt. Call me when you get close.
Lots of love to you and Pop, nani 
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #15 on: Sep 18th, 2007, 2:07am » |
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Be careful and keep it between the ditches. And drink lots of water.
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #16 on: Sep 18th, 2007, 6:00am » |
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Dearest Matt,
Your dad's story reduced both Daniel and myself to tears, it is just so beautiful.
Please tell your dad and your mum that they have 2 admirers here in Sydney who are sending best wishes and lots of love.
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #17 on: Sep 18th, 2007, 9:50am » |
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safe trip mate
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #18 on: Sep 18th, 2007, 10:16am » |
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Ok, so let's see -- Matt is going to be the maid of honor at the wedding and Craig has a pretty pink dress all picked out for him (Matt looks good in pink - even shaved off his mustash for the occassion).....
Seriously, safe trip to you both and a time to cherish. Godspeed....
Hugs BD
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Maffumatt
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We made it OK, only got pulled over once in El Paso, was let off with a warning. We drove straight through. Pop slept most of the way and my brother drove most of the way. We made good time, only took us 21 hours. In the morning we are going to take a drive up to the mesa and down the valley to see my uncle. We took I20 to I10 so we never got close to you Nani, Dad wanted to see Texas Canyon one more time. I fly back Monday. Be well guys.
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #20 on: Sep 20th, 2007, 7:04am » |
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Bless you Matt and happy wedding bells. Call me when you get back to Texas.
And give that old grumpy crumdungon a big hug for me at the wedding. Tell him I love him (oh heck, that's what you're supposed to do at a wedding.  )
Hugs BD
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #21 on: Sep 20th, 2007, 8:01am » |
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Hi Matt,
Good to hear from you.
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« Reply #22 on: Sep 20th, 2007, 8:18am » |
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sounds like an awesome event....have a blast!!
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« Reply #23 on: Sep 20th, 2007, 12:02pm » |
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Glad you're safe and sane.....sound.
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Re: Hi Guys
« Reply #24 on: Sep 20th, 2007, 3:43pm » |
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Glad to hear you guys had a good trip. Now please enjoy the wedding and have a safe trip back.
Hugs to both of you!
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