Pictures and Stories - Phase 2

Aug 9 - Atlanta, GA

Another beautiful day in Atlanta, GA, it started out very early as we rushed over the Channel 11 News at their downtown studio and met up with Jill, the morning anchor. It was fun and very enlightening as we were greeted and given the opportunity to talk about how “giving blood really saves lives!” Then we drove to the LifeSouth CBC and I had the chance to meet many of the staff … Michael who is amazing and Ted (CEO) who also gave blood today. It was a beautiful day and very rewarding for me as I was able to speak to all the staff present. And then talk to the donors … a special thanks to John who saved the 5 points of life T-shirt Later we had an interviewed by the local radio station WSTB … Rob, you were amazing and we want to thank you for talking to LifeSouth’s Michael and giving us a chance to promote the need for blood during the summer. Every day I am totally amazed at the donors, the staff, and the administrators of each blood center … each day I expect to see the same old thing and yet, each day I never cease to be amazed at all the incredible programs that each blood center has perfected in their attempt to bring in donors and keep up with the demand of safe, available blood.

Aug 10 - Augusta, GA

Wow! The Shepeard Blood Center promotions brought in over 300 units in their LAA 2010 stop in Augusta, GA. Thank you Mistie and Kevin and the staff. The bike ride today was incredible … over 30 cyclists rode with us … and …. thanks to the Columbia Sheriff’s Office … we even had a police escort! Thanks to Deke … the Mayor of Augusta, who rode with us and helped Shepeard Blood Center promote the awareness of the need for blood.