birthday blood, shared with others

On this last day of Year 62 FLS, I gave the perfect gift to the world:
a pint of my blood.
Now, those platelets and red blood cells and white blood cells, immersed in plasma, can help others continue living.
That means others of different race, of different beliefs, of different gender.
Blood knows no bias, especially AB+ plasma, the universal gift of life-renewing antibodies and nutrients.
Blood is a renewable resource, with all components, including the hemoglobin clusters, fully restored in only seven weeks.
Only seven weeks.

Happy birthday62, everyone!

helping a mom (or dad, or ...)

Today was my first donation of whole blood in 2019.
HBO's "Game Of Thrones" has teamed up with the American Red Cross to promote this latest blood drive - and the results have been amazing!
So many first-time donors!
All willing to roll up their sleeves and offer a pint of their heart's blood or a supply of platelets!
They could not resist the call!

"Calling All Game of Thrones Fans and Red Cross Blood Donors:

Arya, Cersei, Jon and Tyrion, have all bled for the throne. To celebrate the final season of Game of Thrones, the Red Cross and HBO have forged an alliance, challenging superfans and donors to show their devotion and bleed #ForTheThrone as well.
We invite you to join us by scheduling your blood or platelet donation today, and you could find out who'll bleed in season 8 before the rest of the world!
Come to give by March 17 and you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win one of five trips to the season 8 world premiere of Game of Thrones! Trip includes travel for two, up to two nights hotel accommodations and a $250 gift card for expenses.*
Plus, if your donation is March 7-12, you’ll also receive this exclusive Game of Thrones T-shirt and sticker with a unique Snapchat filter, while supplies last!**
Schedule your donation today and start thinking about which lucky friend or family member might accompany you to the premiere!
So, there's only one question remaining. How far will you go #ForTheThrone?"

I know they're coming for the T-shirt, as well as the entry to the grand prize to be present for the first show of the coming season... but I hope they'll become regulars.
Admittedly, the prizes are part of the reason I've delayed my donation.
I wanted the T-shirt and I'd LOVE the trip!
Maybe you feel the same?
Then come on by and donate - the American Red Cross folks would love to see you!