Ten years ago, I lost my dad unexpectedly to a heart attack. He was only 56 years old.
There are some losses that change you forever, and losing my dad that young is one of them. I still think about the time we should have been together. The conversations, milestones, holidays, and memories that never got the chance to happen.
That's why this cause is so personal to me.
When Mike Erdeljac asked me to be a teammate as part of the American Heart Association Leaders of Impact campaign, saying yes was very easy. This is an opportunity to honor my dad and help fight the disease that took him from us far too soon.
Heart disease affects so many families, often without warning. By supporting the American Heart Association, we can help fund lifesaving research, education, prevention, and advancements in treatment.
I can't change what happened to my dad, but I can do something in his memory.
If you're able, I hope you'll consider making a donation. Any amount can make a difference and help give another family something mine wishes we could have had:
More time.
Are you with me in making a real impact on the health of our community? Click the Donate button to support the American Heart Association today.
Fundraising is open from September 17th at 9:00am through November 4th at 9:00pm.
Together, we can help give more families more time with the people they love.