Blood from Central Texans!

[JayS]

If you are in Central Texas there is a call out for blood donors. The Blood Bank is reporting that they do not have enough blood to cover a major accident.

[jobycom]

1. They always say that. It's probably true, and a good cause, but

they do always say that.

[Skittles]

4. no they don't

they usually say they don't have enough to cover SURGERIES and some scheduled surgeries have to be postponed. When they cannot cover ACCIDENTS that is VERY DIRE INDEED.

[jobycom]

7. I hear that accidents thing several times a year around here

Maybe it's always that dire, maybe Texans are too drunk to give enough blood.

[JayS]

8. I have a feeling that it is, at least in part, preparation for the...

...upcoming July 4th holiday. If I remember correctly, this is our worst holiday for accidents over the least amount of days. If you want to join me in being an outsider, drive sober on July 4th. :)

[Racenut20]

2. Isn't that where the State Capitol is? U saying they are bloodless?

[Skittles]

3. I'm a consistent donor

I don't wait to be called or for emergencies to happen. And the people who line up only when a catastrophe occurs: shame on you. You're trying to make YOURSELF feel better. DONATE WITHOUT BEING ASKED.

[patdem]

5. But would a republican accept a Democrat's blood??? Ask DeLay!!!

n/t

[JayS]

Republicans don't have blood in their veins, just oil. :) n/t

n/t

[tandot]

6. I can't donate...have been in Europe two years ago...

Too many restrictions are limiting our blood supply. I know that some restrictions are necessary but I don't understand why I can't donate because of my 2 weeks vacation in Germany.

[SilasSoule]

9. I dontate whenever the Blood Mobile comes to our office

which is about every two months.

I'v been donating blood for 20 years now. A member of the 5 gallon club!!!