I received the poster above (click to view larger version) and message below from my friend Sabina Schleiss. As someone who has frequently given blood in the past (and who will use this occasion to get back into the routine of giving it regularly again), I encourage you participate in this blood drive. Though Sabina cites the need for Type O blood, I'm sure they'll be grateful for your donation of any type.
[Not that anyone really cares, but my type is B+ ... and should be all "be positive"? In any case, don't "be negative".] :-) And if you can't make it on Sat. 9/29, please make an appointment with LifeSource to donate blood shortly before or after this blood drive. Use the embedded link or call 847.299.7386 -- thanks!
D.
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Hey, Gang!
Hope everyone is doing well and had an absolutely fabulous summer!
Well, as most of you know, I an account manager for LifeSource. LifeSource is a non-for-profit organization that distributes blood to all the hospitals and trauma units in Illinois.
The state of Illinois has determined that the hospitals here are now in a state of an emergency. They have enough type O+ and O- blood to last about a half a day. All other blood types...about 1-2 days. The normal time frame is about 30 days. Some hospitals have even stopped surgeries due to the lack of blood supply. This is really really scary!
I am holding a blood drive at our Lincoln Park donor center hosted by stars from the reality series Big Brother, Paradise Island and Survivor on Saturday, September 29, 2007 from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
I'm asking each and everyone of you to find it in your hearts to donate that day. The whole process takes approx. 30 minutes and you have an opportunity to save THREE LIVES! This is HUGE!
You might need this blood one day, a family member and/or even a friend! This is a perfect time to give back to the community!
If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please don't hesitate to call me 847-682-8394. You can always just stop by as an appointment is not necessary.
I would love to see everyone! It would also be a great way to catch up! And, have some fun meeting these celebrities!
Hugs,
Sabina :)
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Dante A. Bacani * Dante@DanteBacani.com * http://www.DanteBacani.com
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can possibly find out how far one can go."
—- T.S. Eliot
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