History repeats itself! Back in September of 2015, I had a Cardiac Catheterization that revealed a 99% blockage of my Left Anterior Descending Artery (LAD), also known as the “Widow Maker”. I was lucky that it was discovered and repaired with a stent, (but I did have a minor Heart Attack during the procedure). The stent did block three branches off the artery, so I’ve been living with Acute Angina ever since. Almost 10 years to the day, in September of last year I went in for my annual stress test. Before the test I told the doctor that I thought that my angina was getting a little worse. Long story short, I failed the stress test. The next day I was in the hospital having another catheterization. A few minor blockages were found, but the main problem of the blocked branches could not be repaired. My doctor reviewed my medications and made some adjustment. Since then, it’s been better. I guess my age is catching up with me. I am fortunate that my wife Jan is keeping an eye on me, and I am thankful for the research that the American Heart Association has funded over the years that has resulted in life saving procedures and medications that have enabled me once again to live a full and happy life.

I’ve been participating in America’s Greatest Heart Run & Walk for over 38 years and over that time, with your help, I have raised over $327,000 to help the Heart Association continue their life saving work. 

This year's event will take place on March 7th and I'll be walking again. If you wish to help me reach my goal of $5,000, you can make an online donation on this page or you can send me a check, made out to the American Heart Association. Either way you will be supporting me, our team, the American Heart Association and Saving Lives.

Thank you for all of the support that you have given me over the years. I look forward to hearing from you.

 Be Safe and Stay Well,

Jim