On Wednesday, March 3rd, I attended an event that was held for the Ace Bailey Foundation, which is a foundation established by former NHL Player, Ace Bailey’s family, for …. Ace Bailey lost his life during the horrific accidents that occurred on September 11, 2001. Rest in Peace Ace Bailey, you seemed to be a wonderful and talented individual. It was such a superb event to have the opportunity to be a part of and I think it is so great that his family put together such a remarkable and life altering charity in his name. My dad came along with me to the event, Face Off for Ace. He was so excited to meet several renowned and hall-a-famer NHL players, one that included Wayne Gretzky. I have to admit, meeting him and getting to know him a little better was definitely a highlight to my evening! I come from a family that is very “hockey-involved or oriented” and my sister queens dad, Doug Wilson, was also an NHL player, so being a part of a hockey event like this one was so exciting for me. Wayne Gretzky was a good friend of Ace Bailey’s and was the keynote speaker for the night. It was such a breath of fresh air to me to see him there supporting a good cause, honoring his beloved friend, and helping his family rather than for fame or recognition. I had the opportunity to speak with him personally and even got an autograph! He even gave me some advice that I will forever take with me. But he was so genuine and wholehearted and I can completely understand why is referred to as the “Great One”. The evening had a wonderful turn out and had over 400 people attend. There were numerous silent auctions- my favorite being the round trip Jet Blue airline tickets to anywhere in the world, which I had the privilege of giving out. I was so honored to be a part of the Face Off for Ace event and am so thankful I was given that opportunity. In my heart and prayers always.