Every fundraising event has a story behind it. Way back in the beginning someone had an idea, an inspiration. I am proud of my friend Aynsley who had an idea, worked with a small team of people, landed some incredible partners and this September will see her dream come to life. Aynsley is a mom of 3 children who is always on the move. Aynsley is helping plan, and participating in, Toronto's newest and most exciting breast cancer fundraiser - Kickbox for the Cure. Take a look into her kitchen today and find out how she is helping "kick cancer to the curb".
Tell me 3 things about yourself
I have a small collection of old marine clocks ( weird I know). I really like anything that's super fast, which is why I have a Yamaha R6 motorcycle despite having 3 kids. And, I am a terrible gardener which my neighbors will gladly admit!
Are you for, or against, small appliances on the kitchen counter?
I love small appliances on the kitchen counter! I dream of having an uber modern kitchen with nothing but a coffee maker on the countertop, but I don't think that'll happen till the kids are a bit older!
Name 5 things that are on your kitchen counter right now
My favorite gift ever! My bright orange kitchen aid mixer, my coffee maker because I don't sleep enough!! Rasin toast, because when you train as much as I do carbs are sacred! IKEA's dish brush, because they are amazing and .99 cents. And, my Ryobi Drill because I bought a fixer upper and well it's slowly getting fixed.....and every girl needs a drill, it's 2011!
What one thing would you change about your kitchen counter
I would make it bigger! One spot for the amazing amounts of paper the school sends home, another for my laptop and scattered self employed-ness, another for actually preparing food, and finally a spot that remains clean at all times so that everything doesn't end up sticky!
What is your favourite thing to do on your kitchen counter?
I have an island in the kitchen, which is fantastic for family dance parties! Sometimes when everyone is cranky a good ole dance party cures everything!
What, or who, was the inspiration behind Kickbox for the Cure?
Catherine was the inspiration for Kickbox for the Cure! She is just amazing!!!! She was a friend and a student who found out she has stage 4 breast cancer a few weeks before Christmas. I wracked my brain for a way we could support her and let her know just how many people love her and are in her corner in this fight against breast cancer. I thought a kick-a-thon would be a great way to "kick the crap outta cancer" and help Catherine fight in style, with the love and support of her friends in a totally non traditional yet super fun way! We dressed in Pink, we acted foolish and danced on pink yoga mats and we told cancer "F#$K YOU", we are winning this one!
What will be happening at Kickbox for the Cure?
Kickbox for the Cure is going to be an amazing event at the Royal York Hotel on September 30th! Presented by CI Financial and GMP Capital Inc in partnership with Rethink Breast Cancer, this event is going to be the most spectacular breast cancer fundraiser to date! I will be fighting that evening for 3 rounds in a fantastically PINK Boxing Ring. There will be a fashion show from Titika Activewear, a silent auction for some ridiculously pink prizes and sooooo much more! Ballgowns and boxing! What could be better?
Where can we buy tickets?
Tickets are on sale now at www.kickboxforthecure.com!
Thanks Aynsley! So, now you know the story behind this amazing fundraiser...Aynsley is a force. Please follow the link to Kickbox for the Cure, even if you cannot attend the event, you can still make a donation. While you are at it, take a look at Aynsley's day job - her privately owned fitness and martial arts studio in the Beach....DNA Fitness. If you are thinking about getting in shape in a fun, energetic and beautiful environment, DNA Fitness is the place. I stopped by this past spring to find out more about the PINK! classes...it was amazing.
Have a great weekend everyone!
Veronica Lee says
Hi! Stopping by from MBC. Great blog!
Have a nice day!