They say you should never meet your heroes, well, in July 2010, we hosted one of our heroes, Ed Foreman, from Dallas, Texas and he was the exception that disproves the rule…

A Most Unusual Introduction

“Tuesday, October 25, upon return from a 3-week tour of Europe, Ed Foreman, feeling less than his usual energetic self, and experiencing shortness of breath, went by the office of Dallas Dr. William Downs for a quick diagnosis… thinking he might be experiencing a touch of pneumonia. Instead, the doctor told Ed that his breathing difficulty appeared to be a very low heart rate coupled with his long-diagnosed atrial fibrillation, and that he was at imminent health risk needing immediate attention. Ed told him about his commitment to speak at the Global Information Network Convention here in the Bahamas today (Saturday, October 29, 2011)… and that upon his return to Dallas next week, he would schedule to meet with a cardiologist. The doctor replied solemnly, “You might not return to Dallas.” Insistent that he be seen by a cardiologist immediately, Dr. Downs put Ed in a wheelchair and pushed him down the hall for an EKG and evaluation by cardiologist, Dr. Larry Poliner… who confirmed the heart diagnosis… and recommended immediate surgery to implant a pacemaker into Ed’s chest. “Which is more important, your life or a speaking commitment?” the doctors asked. Ed said, “If you can perform the operation immediately and allow me to honor my commitment, I will agree to the

operation.” At 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, less than 72 hours ago, Ed underwent surgery for a heart pacemaker implant and is here to keep his commitment. Welcome, ED FOREMAN!” Ed spoke to the 2,000 attendees… an energetic 1-hour and 30-minute presentation, interrupted by 12 standing ovations… and continues his active travel and speaking schedule today… his 3-day SUCCESSFUL LIFE Course, motorcycle riding and related activities. He has NO plan to retire until he “kicks the bucket,” and is optimistic and hopeful that will not be anytime soon! Ed’s latest health update can be found here, he is scheduled for open heart surgery on December 13 and is looking forward to resuming his activities thereafter.   Ed embodies everything we promote through Horizon, health, wealth, an abundant successful life and a trail of uplifted people who come into contact with him. (As well as a trail of motorcycle speeding tickets!) Whilst in Ireland last year, Matt Cooper, during an interview on Today FM commented “Wow Ed, that’s the biggest diamond ring I’ve ever seen on a man! Is it real?” to which Ed replied: “Everything’s real about me buddy!” Best Wishes Ed, We are thinking of you and looking forward to a TERRIFIC recovery! Ian Lawlor & Keelan Cunningham PS: Did you miss Ed in Dublin? If so, you can download his live talk on our Complementary Horizon Power Pack here.