Thanks for giving...

A big THANKS to all of you blood donors! (I used to give, but they no longer want it except in smaller quantities.) I encourage any of you who can, please give. It saves lives.

Got a blood transfusion today. Came with a few surprises. 1st. I figured in and out in about an hour. NOT. They have to give it slowly in case of rejection. 6 hours! 2nd. Because of the possibility of rejection/reaction, they gave me benadryl. Well, benadryl directly into veins gives quite a rush, then puts me out. Guess this was good after all, made the 6 hours go by quickly.
3rd. I was kinda freaked about having blood put in me. (I've only had it taken out before.) This surprises me because I've been letting them put all kinds of toxic weird stuff in me - no problem; but a little organic blood and my brain goes freaky.
Oh well, I made it through with no drama.
I'm actually feeling little stronger this evening. The person who so kindly gave me his blood must be in good shape!
thanks blood "letter"