I walk in the American Heart Association Heart Walk because heart disease has touched my family personally. One of my twins was born with pulmonary stenosis, a congenital heart condition that required close monitoring during infancy. While we were fortunate that no intervention was needed and the condition gradually improved as they grew, the experience gave us a firsthand appreciation for the challenges faced by children with heart conditions and the families who support them.

Every appointment, test, and follow-up reminded us how important heart health, research, and specialized care are. Today, I walk in gratitude for my child's healthy heart and in support of the countless families whose journeys may be more complex. The Heart Walk is my way of raising awareness, honoring those affected by heart disease, and helping advance the research and education that give children and families hope for the future.