Thursday, December 19, 2024
During most of my childhood, my family and I had a white artificial tree. Eventually, the tree got old and we went with a live tree later in high school that carried into my college years. Dad always hated getting the tree in and out. He would have made a sailor blush during those tasks. Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, December 15, 2024
When I've Exercised My Bladder
Donating platelets takes about two hours. What about having to go to the bathroom? There have been times where I have exercised my bladder. I have reached a point where I do not exercise my bladder. I know how when to limit my water intake so that I do not have to go too badly. Timing is key. Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, December 12, 2024
They Want to Buy My House
Just like everybody else, I receive a ton of spam calls. What I have found myself getting a lot of are calls concerning purchasing my house. I have no interest. I am happy where I am at. Besides, I do not have a house payment. Why get one now with interest rates still being higher than they were... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, December 9, 2024
Arizona Tea
I am not a tea drinker. Tea has always tasted bitter to me. I remember when Steve Redder was encouraging me to give Arizona Tea a try. "It doesn't taste like tea," he said. One time, Steve left an unopened Arizona tea in my refrigerator. I decided to give it a go. Trust me on this. It tastes like... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, December 6, 2024
The Quicker the Better
I am a two-arm platelet donor. One arm is used tot take in the blood while the other arm receives one's blood as the platelets are removed from it. One arm donors use veins on the same arm for intake and return. When I donated, I was assigned to being a two-arm donor. I am glad it worked out that... Sign in to see full entry.