Thursday, giving blood

Ok, most of today I didn't do too much. I had a few of my typical tasks to do. But other then that I waited until our 2:30 appointment to donate blood. We were told it was at 670 Cherry drive. Well, we couldn't find 670 Cherry drive. So we just pulled into one of the Hershey Med Center Buildings and asked where we donate at. They told us just across the street, which was Hope Drive. So we went over thinking it would be the wrong place and we would be late for out appointment before we got to the right place. Well, even if it was the wrong place they still took us.

Unfortunately Cathy wasn't able to donate again this time. They told her she had a slight fever. Her temp was only like 99 point something, and her's usually runs a little high. So we don't think she had a temp, but they wouldn't let her give. We really had the Hershey Med Center. The next time we give it won't be at the Med Center, where their employees take the blood. We're going to ask for another location.

I was able to donate, which I usually can. But the lady that took me back told me to go to the second door on the left. So I walked back, and sat down. Well, no one came in, and no one came in. So I just waited and waited. It took her about 20 minutes to finally get into the room. Then she went through all the questions, and checked my iron. Then instead of sending me back, she started asking me questions about the Hershey Bears.

Once she finally sent me back, I was a little shocked. The lady that actually took the blood didn't wear gloves at all. She just cleaned the area, put the needle in, and taped it down. Then I just sat there while it drained out. Unlike most places I've donated they also let you eat and drink while giving. Then when it was done, again she didn't use gloves. She just flicked a switch on the side of the box the needle was sticking out of, and it retracted in. Then she put more gauze over it, and had me hold it like normal. The actual taking of the blood didn't take as long as waiting for the questions to be asked.

The only other thing I did then tonight was watched the Capitols play. Although I'll admit I dosed off a few times during the game. But at least I saw what was important. They won 2-1. So now if the Bears can pick it up and start winning again. Well off to bed. I have a lot to do tomorrow. I have to "Payge proof" the apartment.