Will to Live

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This is a remarkable story. It will change the way you look at life. For a couple of weeks, Matthew Ames didn't feel well. The busy father of four young children knew things were not quite right but suddenly he was in Emergency, with a severe case of toxic shock syndrome. He was put into an induced coma and the only way he could be kept alive was to have all his limbs amputated. Diane Ames knew exactly what her husband would want and that he would cope - he had always been optimistic and practical. Despite a one per cent chance of survival, she asked the doctors to go ahead with the radical operation. And so began the inspiring story of an ordinary family's courage and determination to make the most of a terrible situation. Matthew has astounded doctors with his adaptation to a new way of living, so much so that he is about to become a bionic man. And he has never once questioned Diane's decision - it gave him the chance to truly understand how much family matters and to appreciate humanity. 'Moving and inspiring.' Glastone Observer

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Diane Ames (Author) is a civil engineer with more than 10 years experience in the property sector. She worked in her father's engineering business before running her own consulting firm. After the birth of her third child, she left paid employment and is currently a stay-at-home mother, actively involved in the school and sporting lives of four young children. She is also the full-time carer of her husband, Matthew. Matthew Ames (Author) Prior to becoming a quadruple amputee, Matthew Ames was an executive in the energy and resources sector, an industry in which he worked for almost 20 years as an environmental engineer and safety professional. His most recent position was Group Manager, Health Safety & Environment at Origin Energy. Much of Matthew's time is currently spent focusing on rehabilitation and maximising what he can do. He shares his story in the hope that it inspires positive attitudes towards adversity and disability. Matthew was a Queensland state finalist in the 2013 Australian Father of the Year awards, and the recipient of the 2013 Queensland Pride of Australia (Courage) Award. He is actively engaged in all aspects of family life with four children. Matthew and his wife, Diane, are determined to grow old together.