Well, we are approaching the end of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I wanted to take the time to let you know about my night at Kickbox for the Cure. About one month ago, my sister and I got all gussied up in our fancy clothes (of course I didn't get ONE pic of me dressed up...no proof!) and taxied our way to the Royal York. This swanky hotel was the location for the first annual Kickbox for the Cure. My friend Aynsley was one of the organizers and the woman standing in the pink, squared ring for the big event.
Let me start by saying the evening was fabulous. The silent auction items and the live auction items were stellar. I mean, a trip to London, England (not Ontario), a chance to drive a Porsche on a real race track and a full body workup at a medical lab...every test under the sun!
the awesome auctioneer "Going once..."
Beyond those gems there was the food! You know it's a great party when the bar is lined with pink cocktails. I have seen a sushi bar before...but never a poutine bar! And yes, my sister and I also spent some time chilling by the dessert table...tables. Delish.
so fancy...being served poutine
Now, let's face it, we were there to see the fight. Aynsley did not disappoint as she entered the ring, escorted by some handsome men. The fight looked exhausting...and in the end she won!
the champ after the fight
All in all the night was a huge success. As I looked around the room I saw lots of conversations and lots of smiling faces. People genuinely enjoyed themselves and were supporting an amazing cause at the same time. The numbers are still being added up, but it looks like the ladies raised around $70,000. Incredibly impressive!
I was curious to see how Aynsley is doing post-Kickbox for the Cure.
After such an incredible evening, how does your kitchen counter look these days?
My kitchen counter is just as pink as it was a month ago despite Kickbox for the Cure being over for this year. It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and well, I do have a 4 year old daughter whose whole world is pink!
Was Kickbox for the Cure everything you had hoped it would be?
I am still in awe of that evening. The event was a huge success and the amount of support and love in that room was simply amazing! I can't wait to do it again.
Poutine or sushi? Which one do you prefer?
That is such a hard one! Two of my fave foods. Who am I kidding, I love all food! I actually didn't get to try either because I was running around all evening and by the time my fight was over...the food was gone. GASP! Next year I want a poutine station in my room.
Do you have the place booked for next year?
Next year?!? All I can say is that if you enjoyed the event this year than we've got a full year to plan the next one, so WATCH OUT!
Thanks again Aynsley. Personally, I think everyone needs a poutine station in their room...sign me up! All in all a wonderful night and a date to look forward to next year.
Have a great weekend everyone...hope the sun is shining wherever you are!