35 Donations
Since I was in university I have been donating blood with Canadian Blood Services every 56 days, that is, every time I’m eligible.
There were times I had to delay my donations because my iron is too low to make the cut, or I had travelled to a malaria risk country, or I got a piercing, but I always go back as soon as I can.
Today I had my 35th donation.
And also I broke the 4 minute barrier for the first time. That’s right, I pumped out a pint in 3:58 something that the phlebotamist said she only sees happen once every 3 or 4 years and never in a woman. Why yes, I am bragging.
I didn’t get a sticker or a pin or anything like that to commemorate number 35. But I did get cookies that I luxuriously dunked in milk.
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Good for you! And, hmmm, yes, I would be bragging too. LOL!
That’s awesome! I am so afraid of needles that I barely want my blood drawn for my annual physicals. I know it’s all in my head, but it just freaks me out.
A lot of people are afraid of needles and that keeps them from donating. I guess it’s easy for me to say that donating blood is a breeze since I actually think needles are totally cool.
And thanks for stopping by!
You’ve also done it a lot of times, which makes it easier. I am sure if I tried it, after the third or fourth time I would be okay. If I am distracted, that helps me.
Well, I think a cookie and milk is just about the best treat there is
Congratulations on reaching 35! Here’s to another 35, and many more sub-4s!
Thanks!!
I was convinced in college by a few friends that giving blood was the worst experience. “You’ll pass out!” “You’ll feel week for days.”
I now realize how stupid this was. Even more stupid was that I believed it.
You’ve inspired me to start giving blood. There is always a need and we can all help out!!
Everyone’s experience is different. I know some people who have felt extremely faint after donating. Everyone’s experience is different and it’s not the same experience every time. I think a bad experience can turn people off from returning, so hopefully if you go you have a good one!