There was a bloodmobile parked across the street from Starbucks. It was a sign.

I’m no superhero, but three to four times a year I save lives. In fact, I did it again today.

After lunch, I walked to the local library where the American Red Cross had a blood drive. In about an hour I’d saved up to three lives.

You could donate blood, too, even if you’re a wimp. I know, because I am.

What’s stopping you? Be someone’s hero.

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After a year’s hiatus,¹Going to rural areas of China last year placed me on a one-year waiting period because of malaria concerns. I donated blood again today. It feels good. :-)

Even if you’re afraid of needles, you can give blood, too. Just read my wimpy blood donor survival guide.

Please join me this holiday season in donating blood. You could save up to three lives.

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  Going to rural areas of China last year placed me on a one-year waiting period because of malaria concerns.