Giving Blood

I think giving blood to save peoples lives is a great thing to do but the Blood Center calls me like all the time it seems. Yes, I know my blood is special but my lungs freeze up just thinking of giving blood. I do it anyway b/c I would feel guilty if someone died b/c of my fear of needles and blood leaking out of me. So, I'll probably pop a few iron pills to get my iron up and go give blood in the next few days. Atleast they give me cookies when I finish. I don't like their kool-aid through - its pretty gross. And the smell of the place makes my insides cold - probably since my insides do get cold while giving blood - its quite a weird feeling. I also hate all the questions they ask. Oh well, a little uncomfort on my part vs. someone dying b/c there was no blood available to save them. Guess I'll give blood. My mom always tells me she's proud of me for giving so that makes me feel special. :0)