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April 13, 2015 (LifeSiteNews) – Four years ago, Danielle Davis was encouraged to pull the plug on her comatose husband Matthew. The newlywed, however, refused to bow to the odds, choosing to care for Matthew until he came out of the coma three months later.

That was only the beginning of their challenges, the couple told CBS News. Matthew didn't remember Danielle, and even today is facing many physical and mental struggles. Insurance has covered Matthew's rehabilitation, but other therapy has to be paid out-of-pocket.

Matthew was put in a coma after he hit a parked car while on his motorcycle. According to Danielle, the doctor “literally drew a graph on the board, and said you know, '90 percent of people with this injury never regain consciousness.'”

“Finally, the doctor said, 'You know, if this were me, I'd want my family to pull the plug.”

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Despite the brain injury and broken bones, Danielle took Matthew home. And according to the still-recovering husband, Danielle “fought for me so hard and, if you really think about it, that's the reason that I'm here today.”

Waking up from the coma was an accomplishment in and of itself. But after he was conscious, it became clear that Matthew did not remember Danielle.

“I realized, he doesn't remember me, he's not going to remember me, those things are gone,” she said.

In addition to the emotional costs, financial burdens have not been light. The Davis' have put out a request for help for long-term therapy on GoFundMe. That effort has raised more than $62,000 in a month.

These difficulties haven't stopped the couple. They have a dedicated Facebook page with nearly 13,500 followers that connects readers with the couple's difficulties — and their victories, jokes, and life.

They also plan to renew their vows, so Matthew will be able to remember their wedding. And when he is recovered, the plan is to move to Georgia and raise children.

Danielle and Matthew also told CBS that their faith has been important during their journey. “The doctors, they know what they're talking about, and it's good counsel, but it doesn't mean that they're right,” Danielle said. “If you believe in God, then believe in God, take what you know to be true.”

“He put her in my life, so God knows what he's doing,” Matthew said.

Donations to the Davis' can be made here.