Proud of my work -- 16 Years of Service

Thank you for keeping Mattie's memory alive!

Dear Mattie Blog Readers,

It means a great deal to me that you take the time to write and to share your thoughts, feelings, and reflections on Mattie's battle and death. Your messages are very meaningful and help support me through very challenging times. I am forever grateful. As my readers know, I promised to write the blog for a year after Mattie's death, which would mean that I could technically have stopped writing on September 9, 2010. However, like my journey with grief there is so much that still needs to be processed and fortunately I have a willing support network still committed to reading. Therefore, the blog continues on. If I should find the need to stop writing, I assure you I will give you advanced notice. In the mean time, thank you for reading, thank you for having the courage to share this journey with me, and most importantly thank you for keeping Mattie's memory alive.


As Mattie would say, Ooga Booga (meaning, I LOVE YOU)! Vicki



A Remembrance Video of Mattie

June 13, 2024

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Tonight's picture was taken in June of 2007. That Memorial Day weekend we took Mattie to Dutch Wonderland in Pennsylvania. Mattie had an amazing time! I will never forget his first ride on a roller coaster. I was scared to death and even now at my age, I have yet to EVER be on a roller coaster in my life. They are not for me, as movement makes me sick to my stomach. I did not know if Mattie was going to be like me or Peter. Turned out Mattie loved the thrill of the ride. He even met Duke the Dinosaur while at the park! 




Quote of the day: I gave you the best of me.~ Nicholas Sparks


Today has been a total blur. I was either on the phone, glued to the computer, or helping my parents. I am desperately trying to put together a 15th anniversary video for the Foundation for our June newsletter. Just about two days ago I was freaking out because I had to learn the new technology! As Microsoft has removed Video Editor and replaced it with Clip Champ. I have now gotten a full handle on Clip Champ and I am plugging away on the creation! It is very hard to tell our Foundation's 15 year story in four short minutes. But I am doing it! I am hoping to keep plugging away through the weekend, with eventually a final product. 

My dad's physical therapist came over today. My dad is slowing down significantly, but we keep at it, trying to get him up, walking, keeping his strength up, because this is crucial to keeping him more independent. My dad feels that we are pestering him. He told me to wait until I am almost 90! My response is that I hope I age better than him, because I do not have a Vicki to turn to for help, support, and care. A sad and frightening reality for me. 

Three things I am grateful for:

  1. Sun and warm weather. 
  2. Butterflies in my garden. 
  3. Knowing that Mattie loved me. Without a doubt! 

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