Event Announcement – “Indian Summer”
The wonderful people at Poppadoms Restaurant are hosting a fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. This should be a great event and I strongly encourage everyone to attend. Not only do I expect the food to be great, but its for a great cause and one that is very close to my heart.
Last summer my dad was diagnosed with multiple arterial blockages. It was a huge shock for everyone in my family because my dad is in reasonably good shape (especially compared to his friends) and eats a healthy diet. Last September the doctors at VGH performed five bypasses during a surgery that lasted seven grueling (and stressful) hours.
Seeing my dad after surgery was one of the most life-changing events I’ve experienced. He looked like he had aged 20 years and was incredibly weak and frail. Earlier that day he had been able to drive, golf, go to the movies, and everything else that we take for granted and after the surgery he could barely lift his own head. In years past the recovery from bypass surgery was a very long process where the patient usually ended up bed-ridden for weeks and even months. While it was certainly a struggle for my dad to recovery, with the help of the nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, etc… he was able to walk under his own power within a week of his surgery and was well on his way back to a normal life within two weeks.
It’s because of research, like the type generously funded by The Heart and Stroke Foundation, that patients like my dad are not only surviving heart disease in increasing numbers, but they are recovering from it a lot more quickly.
Here are the event details:
What – An evening of fine dining and entertainment at Poppadoms hosted by owner Surjit Dosanj (a heart attack and stroke survivor) and his daughter Aman. They will be serving a delicious four course repast prepared within “Heart Smart Guidelines”. The ticket price also includes a glass of Desert Hills Wine (I recommend the Gewurztraminer!) live entertainment, and a silent auction.
When – Wednesday June 2nd, doors at 6:15, start at 6:45
Where – Poppadoms Restaurant (McCurdy Corner, between the Bowling Alley and the Grand 10)
Why – Heart disease and stroke are the leading cause of death for Canadian men and women. Everyone knows someone affected by one or both, so please help support a great cause.
Tickets – $75 / person available at the restaurant
Contact: Aman Dosanj 778-753-5563 aman@poppadoms.ca or Suzanne Pugh 250-860-6275 spugh@hsf.bc.ca for more info
www.poppadoms.ca www.heartandstroke.bc.ca
