I'm thankful for memories and images that jar my memory of all the good times I shared with my good friend, Matt Steele. He's about to lose a valliant battle with cancer. As I wrestle with sadness, I'm trying to embrace the happy memories we shared. No one has ever made me laugh the way Matt has. His talent with goofiness and critical commentary often caused me to bust more guts than I knew I had. I will miss laughing with Matt. He wasn't all fluff and fun though. Matt is one of the deepest, most honest people I've ever met. He challenged me to become better--at music and at life. He called a spade a spade. I really appreciated that about him. He's very cautious with his compliments, so when he did, they became priceless treasures. I agree with what
Chris Mundell said in his
most recent post to his website....we got more time with him than we expected. I'm thankful for all the time we had with him. Since his diagnosis, I was blessed with the opportunity to record two albums with him, go on a week long camping trip with him and his family, and just plain hang out. As Matt prepares to stand in amazement before his loving creator, I will be left with these unforgettably good memories.
I'm thankful for memories and images that jar my memory of all the good times I shared with my good friend, Matt Steele. He's about to lose a valliant battle with cancer. As I wrestle with sadness, I'm trying to embrace the happy memories we shared. No one has ever made me laugh the way Matt has. His talent with goofiness and critical commentary often caused me to bust more guts than I knew I had. I will miss laughing with Matt. He wasn't all fluff and fun though. Matt is one of the deepest, most honest people I've ever met. He challenged me to become better--at music and at life. He called a spade a spade. I really appreciated that about him. He's very cautious with his compliments, so when he did, they became priceless treasures. I agree with what Chris Mundell said in his most recent post to his website....we got more time with him than we expected. I'm thankful for all the time we had with him. Since his diagnosis, I was blessed with the opportunity to record two albums with him, go on a week long camping trip with him and his family, and just plain hang out. As Matt prepares to stand in amazement before his loving creator, I will be left with these unforgettably good memories. 
4 comments:
Well written DD.... He has been a blessing to many. He has even touched Elie's heart as you have encouraged the class to pray. She just prayed a sweet prayer for Steph, Sydney and you.
We love you...
thanks auntie dawn. i'm so thankful i have elie to help get me thru this...
Andy,
Angela just gave me the news about Matt. I remember him as being a very sweet person. I felt grief for all a long time ago when I found out he had cancer, especially being so young and having a baby as well. But you know in Gods plans we never know why, only that it is wonderful that he left a some of himself here. When I lost my brother Marlan to cancer he was young too, only 47. He too had a brain tumor, lung cancer and in virtually every part of his body. He didn't have any children, which in some ways made it more difficult because when he was gone all we had was memories. God be with you all and with Matts very sad family at this time and give them all peace. Love Mom
thanks.
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