On September 5, 2021, at 11:42am, I had an ischemic stroke.
The graphic at the top of the page? That's me....riding my Peloton....until I wasn't (start of my stroke). I was 48 years old and in some of the best shape of my life. To say this was a shock is a huge understatement. I've had a lot of tests and I still don't have a solid reason as to why it happened. But I know this - I am very lucky. While the physical and mental recovery was difficult and frustrating at times (patience is still not my best quality), I'm alive. And I'm fortunate to not have any lingering deficits. Overall, I'm doing okay. Now I need to do everything that I can to make sure this doesn't happen again - to anyone.
We're a relentless force! Now imagine how much stronger we'll be working as a team!
Heart disease is still the no. 1 killer in our nation and stroke ranks no. 2 worldwide. You could do something to change that.
We are walking together - not only for our own health, but also for yours. And for the health of our parents, our children, and our grandchildren.
The Heart Walk is a time of celebration, joy, and inspiration. It's also an event where people work together to support one single goal - to create a world free of heart disease and stroke.
Be a heart hero. Be a relentless force. Be a part of an unstoppable team. Join us now and together we will help save lives.
Saving and improving lives can be as simple as taking a walk. And I know I'm making a difference in the lives of others by participating in the Heart Walk.
But it's not just my efforts alone that will one day help us see a world free of heart disease and stroke. I am walking with a team of heart heros because together, we will have an even greater impact. And you can help us change the world, one step at a time, by donating to my fundraiser.
Your donation will fund groundbreaking research that keeps hearts beating and helps people enjoy longer, healthier lives. I can't do it alone.
Please help me now by donating. Because every step counts. And together we are helping save lives!
Have a heart and help me reach my goal today!