I gave blood today. I got a pink bandage in honor of Grace, who hates the idea of blood. It helps her not be so freaked out that I actually voluntarily let someone take my blood. Am I the only one that likes having a reason to just sit down afterward and have a drink and a treat? I know, kind of a silly little thing, but I guess it's one of those little things that counts. I've gotten smart enough to donate in the evenings now so I can go to bed soon after. I find it saps my energy. Tonight, I had to go to a R.S. meeting following the blood donation and then wait for the basketball guys to finish so we could set up for a funeral. I was told not to do any heavy lifting. Do chairs count? Anyway, I seem to be fine and didn't get as tired as I thought I might. So now I'm finally home and can take off my bandage and go to bed. Gonna need some rest for tomorrow.
I'm all about the treats. :) Last month I gave blood for the first time in a VERY long time. When they got to the point of saying 'and don't do anything strenuous for the next 24 hours' I almost said...could you put that back in please? I hadn't given it a second thought that I was taking my 3 oldest kids skiing the next day!
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoyed your orange juice and cookies.