• Missing My Girls

    November 15, 2008 - Comments (8)

    I'm watching the sun come up outside the bus window somewhere between wyoming and Colorado this morning.  I woke up early for a radio interview with my friends in Orlando, Z88.  So, since I'm up and all is quiet on the bus, the band and crew are fast asleep, I thought maybe I'd drop you all a line to say good morning.

    I am missing my girls so much these days.  Feels like I've been on the road for a year!  But, one day away from my daughter is hard for me to bear.  I just have to get through it some days.  The only thing that helps me most days, is when I get on stage and see the people in front of me.  Then, I remember why I am away from my family today, and that God is using me through this music.  There is a purpose. 

    And speaking of missing my girls… There will soon be one more girl to miss.  I wanted to let you all know that my wife and I are expecting another baby, and it's going to be a girl!  She should be here in March, and we can't wait!!! 

    So, how's that for some good news this morning?  Please keep us in your prayers as we get closer and closer to the due date.  My wife is feeling well right now, and all is well.

    -mw

    Matthew West POSTED BY:
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    • 8 comments

    1. 1. Jacqueline commented:

      Sat 15/11/08, 1:46 pm

      We are all excited about the new West on the way, and will continue to keep you and your beautiful girls in prayer. It must be tough to be away from them for so long, but I know that God is using you in BIG ways to reach other people! Your music always encourages and convicts me. Don’t ever forget that! God bless y’all on the rest of the tour.

    2. 2. teia commented:

      Sat 15/11/08, 6:37 pm

      congrats on the little girl on her way! :)

    3. 3. Alex commented:

      Sun 16/11/08, 2:01 am

      hey matthew i just got back from your first performance in Merced, CA, the 2nd time ive seen you and surely not the last. It was so special to hear Life Inside You and A Friend in the World, two songs that really helped call me to the Father when I had just gone so far astray. After the show, I tried to put into words the Amazing Grace God has shown me, and how He really is speaking through you, but I was so nervous I’m not sure a single word I said was intelligible. If you ever find yourself on the bus with a minute, you’re welcome to read my testimony I just finished writing for my church: http://rapidshare.com/files/164267597/forHisglory.doc.html
      I’m praying for you and your family (and CONGRATULATIONS!) We sure do appreciate what you’re doing and may the Lord comfort you while you’re on the road, serving Him!

    4. 4. Jessica Hewlett commented:

      Sun 16/11/08, 4:52 pm

      Will we be seeing you in VA any time soon? My husband and I truly enjoyed your concert with Mandisa in Richmond. We are so happy for you and your Family Congratulations on the new addition!

    5. 5. Sarah from TN commented:

      Mon 17/11/08, 4:27 pm

      Congratulations! So, do you have a name picked out yet?

    6. 6. Lori4squaremom commented:

      Wed 19/11/08, 7:04 am

      Hi Matthew (and Josh, Scott and Brandon and the rest of the “crew”…sorry I didn’t get everyone’s names :) ), This is Lori (I got to spoil you guys with meals in Visalia at Neighborhood Church). I just wanted to thank you ALL for coming to Visalia. While I didn’t get to hear a lot of the concert (yes, I was in the kitchen :) ) my kids were just so blessed to be able to enjoy an awesome concert. My husband and I talked (well, as much as I was able to talk at the end of the night with no voice left :) ) as we were going to bed about how nice you all were! I was so blessed to be able to pamper you all yesterday, and my husband really liked seeing the sparkle in my eyes when he got to the church for the concert. You all were so nice and I really was truly blessed to serve you all yesterday!
      Praying for the remainder of your tour and for your precious new daughter!
      Blessings,
      Lori from Neighborhood Church

    7. 7. Ollie Family commented:

      Wed 19/11/08, 7:38 am

      Congratulations on expecting your new baby. We know how it is to be without our family from time to time. God is blessing his people through your music. My Wife and I took our two sons to your show last night in VISALIA! FRIDAY (tuesday) NIGHT! We were front row center and were truly blessed by the time and experience. We will be praying for you and your family!

    8. 8. Sarah commented:

      Wed 19/11/08, 1:09 pm

      congrats on the new addition. I heard about it on Total Axxess with Wally last night and I was so Excited
      Good luck,
      Sarah
      Go Titians(10-0)

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