Seven years on
This time seven years ago, we were waiting for Matthew to return from surgery to remove his limbs. We had said our goodbyes, having been told it was unlikely he […]
Category Archives: Milestones
A Loss, A New Year, and New Legs
It’s been a while since our last post, not without sad reason, as our Aunt Ruth passed away very suddenly after a battle with advanced ovarian cancer on the 21st […]
Pride of Australia – ‘Courage’ Winner (Queensland)
Well, it’s been quite a 24 hours. The overwhelming response we’ve had as a result of last night’s Sunday Night program has been amazing, and a reminder of how important […]
‘Last of the first’ rounds of surgery…done!
On Tuesday this week, Matthew and Diane flew to Melbourne for the ‘final of the first’ rounds of surgery he’s been having to implant titanium into his stump bones as […]
Eating solo with the ‘Neater Eater’
Small things make great moments, and the ability for Matthew to feed himself has been an aim since he awoke. For over a year, he has patiently waited while those […]
How far we’ve come
As most of you would be aware, this weekend marks the one year anniversary of Matthew’s amputations. It’s a milestone in that for some of us, it’s the point of […]
A new chapter in the journey
It has been a big day in the journey ahead for Matthew, as he recovers tonight from the first of a series of operations on his stumps that aim to […]
New hearing aids for Matt – tiny, but effective
Hi there everyone, It has been some time since we posted, and apologies. I (Kate) have been a bit disorganised and the move to Brisbane caught up with me a […]
Turning 40
Matthew turned 40 today. It was mid-Easter, and he wanted to celebrate very quietly with family. Mum, Dad, Rachel and Aaron, and Jason and I were joined for lunch by Di’s […]
Last day in hospital
Saturday 9 March was a big day, as it was Matthew’s last day official day in rehab. A very big moment that signals a big step forward for everyone, although […]
