Kids, I have been a fairly regular blood donor since I was a freshman in college. It started with a bloodmobile that would show up on Bluefield College's campus once each semester. So, back then, I would donate roughly twice a year. You know, once each semester. After college, I did a better job of … Continue reading Ten Gallons
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Giving Blood in a Horror Movie
On Friday, I went over to the local Red Cross and donated blood. Now, I've given blood and platelets many times in the past. But this was the first time I've ever felt completely creeped out by the prospect of donating. Wait, I'll explain... It began when I pulled into the parking garage. I noticed … Continue reading Giving Blood in a Horror Movie
If You’re Able…
I spent a lot of years donating blood on a regular basis. It started when I was in college. The Red Cross would set up a bloodmobile on campus once each semester and I would sign up to give. That's how I found out I'm A negative. Anyway, I even continued trying to give whole … Continue reading If You’re Able…
Making a Donation
I have a standing appointment every other week with the local Red Cross. I go in, they take my temperature, check my pulse and blood pressure, then they shove a needle into each of my arms. Out of my right arm, they draw blood. They run it through a fancy machine that does some kind … Continue reading Making a Donation
That Time I Drove 2.5 Hours to Learn What I Already Knew
I'm not a big fan of wasting time. Don't get me wrong, I'll binge watch the crap out of some shows on Netflix. But that's not necessarily a waste of time, right? I know I'm not finding the cure for cancer or anything, but I am being entertained. I'm sure that has some value. No, … Continue reading That Time I Drove 2.5 Hours to Learn What I Already Knew
The Confusing Middle 