Donating Blood

I can't exactly say I've committed for life......

I just have a very strong desire to donate blood.

I started donating about two years ago.

A family friend had some kin that had serious

medical problems, so she had a *Donor Coach*

park outside of her place of business.

I said yes, and I'm glad I did.

I used to see the coaches all around town,

and even be aware that people 

NEEDED

blood, and that some donated.

But not ME.
It's because I didn't understand.

Now I am sorry that I didn't make an effort to 

donate all these years when I could have.  

I know I have a clean bill of health and 

CAN 

donate, so I should.

I'd say about anywhere in America, 

you can locate a coach or donor center.

Google something for your area.

Give it a try.

Even if you live in the middle of nowhere.

(I get a *mini* check-up every time I donate.....

and best of all,

they give me my cholesterol numbers.

The last time the numbers were great.

This time, I was ashamed.

I have some work to do........)

I schedule appointments online.

That way I don't get calls when I'm not prepared to know

which is the best day for me to donate.

It also gives me a chance to schedule way ahead of time and 

secure the place I want to give it.

Like right up the street in the library or police department parking lot!

Follow their directions.

When they tell you to eat a 

LARGE 

meal and drink lots of liquid beforehand,

they are not kidding.

Take it easy afterwards.....

and maybe even plan for somebunny to drive you there and back.

After you donate.....you might think of my favorite quote from 

MOM......

"See, that wasn't so bad."