Got Blood? Give it! Remember the 9/11 victims.

I first donated blood in basic training in the Army in 1967. I'm not sure of my motive those first times, I suspect it was because you got the rest of the day off after donation. Soon I was assigned to the infantry and was sent to Vietnam as a radio operator in an infantry platoon. With in a few days I understood the real reason for blood donation. The equation is simple...our bodies make more and some folks, for various reasons, don't have enough.

For the last 42 years I have remained a regular blood donor. I'm no longer in combat but like most of you I have had countless friends who have needed blood or blood products like plasma or platlelets to save or extend their lives.

In Pierce County and South King County blood is provided by Cascade Regional Blood Services .
Established in 1946 they have been a faithful neighbor always ready to meet the needs of the community they serve.

This year as we remember the victims of the terrorist attacks on 9/11 why don't we all roll up our sleeves and give the gift of LIFE. Please call CRBS today someone needs you!