Dear Pete, such a trooper. :) (that's iodine, not blood on his arm- he hadn't started yet). And look at Lindsey back there smiling! 
Amy says, "I love blood donation! It's a game for me. Try and beat 4:32!"Rebecca says, "Blood donation makes me happpppy!"
OBI Lady says, "^#%$ Why are you taking pictures?!"
I'm not just an advocate, I'm also a donor! Despite the blurriness, I assure you that it is me. After donating we went to lunch at Texas Roadhouse to regain our strength. Look how cute we are and how much we love each other!
Lindsey and Tiffany
Angie and Rebecca
Ann and Amy
Pete and Wes
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I'm a big fan of blood drives -- even though (or maybe because) I'm not allowed to donate blood. It seems like such an easy way to really make a difference.
The OBI Lady is hilarious. She looks like she's really enjoying her job.
I've always wanted to ask this, but never seemed to know the right person to ask. I feel as though your credentials have now deemed you "the right person." Question: since the first time I ever had a blood sample taken at the ripe age of 14, I have always had TERRIBLE experiences with blood being taken. I don't know if it's psychological or what, but I almost -if not fully- black out every time. How can I help? Suck it up and get over it, realizing that my temporary illness may help save a life, or can you forgive me and let me help the anonymous community in another way? Really, I've wondered this for years. Every blood drive held ever my dad always came home with a tourniquet around his elbow, and I wondered how I would ever have the courage to do it myself. Help, please. :)
This has nothing to do with this post...but I just donated to a local missionary- 150.00
3/26 Just had another double red so my count remains at 100+
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Advise to Cris: Visualize it before you donate. Think about it before you go to sleep and attempt to direct your dreams toward a positive experience. Relax, use lamaz breathing techniques. Eat a snack before. Drink gater aid before. Do not attemt on an empty stomache your first time. Celebrate with friends afterward.
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