Historically, I would have had a really corny and seemingly personal post about my why. I would tell you it’s because of my mom. Big Ruza. She suffers from a heart condition that with medicine and activity she keeps in check. That’s all true, and its also superficial.
This year, I’m going to talk about my dad, Richard. While his life is pretty challenging, this year he added cardiovascular disease to his list of ailments. Unfortunately, it got the best of him. I’m sad to say that in April of 2023 he passed away.
I am walking to raise awareness around cardiovascular disease in his honor. I have always supported the walk and the heart association, but this year it has a really different meaning.
Please join me in walking, or with donations to help make heart disease and heart problems less of a challenge in our day-to-day lives.