First Experience In Giving Blood

--by Blossomhappy, posted Jan 23, 2008

Today, I gave blood for the first time.

I hate needles, so I was terrified going in, but I was determined to go through with it. I was worried I might faint, which would have been so embarassing!

I can't say the experience was enjoyable, but it wasn't half as bad as I had expected. There was only a slight pain, and my nurse was so kind and friendly. I felt a bit light-headed when I stood up, but the orange juice and biscuits I was given soon sorted that out!

But once it as all over, the realisation that the simple little thing that I had just done could save somebody's life in the near future made it 100% worth it.

I would encourage everybody to give blood, or at least inquire about it, because it is such an easy way to make a huge difference for somebody...maybe even the difference between life and death.

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Posted by Blossomhappy
Jan 23, 2008
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MakeSomeoneSmile wrote: I agree Blossom, thanks for making a difference! I am O negative so once they told me how it is used for babies I was hooked and give ever since! Thanks for taking the plunge!

AURELIA wrote: You are wonderful! I am proud of all who take time to do this for others. Keep it up :) ~Aurelia

macybaby1123 wrote: You are wonderful! Good job facing your fears! :D Macy

Nickgrand wrote: Great job i dont like needles ether!

cassiemeadows wrote: thankyou so so so much for what you've done. a few years ago i was in a car accident and needed a blood tranfusion. someone like you saved my life.
really saved my life.
i'm not old enough to give blood yet, but when i am i will every month.
thankyou, you have no idea how much that blood meant to someone. you are a truely selfless person to do it. please encourage your friends to also.
have a good day, and take care of yourself

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