Hello friends -
In 2025 I had triple bypass surgery. My dad had the same procedure when he was my age, and I would like the family trend to stop with me. So curing heart disease is a priority! Since then I have had a defibrilllator installed into my chest. My heart is now 10% stronger, and I'm committed to make it as strong as I can!
It has been a long health journey and I'm thankful to modern medicine, research, and advancements that saved my life. Because of all the work done by the AHA I've got a new lease on life. Committing to walking three miles is something that I couldn't have done following my surgery. But through rehab I got stronger everyday and this year's event will be my second one.
I'm so humbled by all of the love and support that I've received. I had an If you're able to, please consider giving to the AHA Heart Walk. I am going to be walking on Saturday, September 19th in Oak Brook.