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Survivors Kickin Ass!!

I'm going to pimp Diana's link for her Team in Training efforts. I'm always amazed when people who have/are going through treatment are up for training for an event and actually completing one.

Dear Debby:

Well, amazing as it seems, it's been almost a whole year since I did the Mayor's Marathon in Anchorage AK to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Thankfully, I'm still in remission. I'm coming up on the 2 year anniversary of my cancer diagnosis. Hopefully, if I continue to stay in remission, I'll finally be able to have my port removed by the end of this year.

I've been keeping up with the physical training routine and in a few days I will be participating in the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Team in Training program. I was hoping to be
able to complete a full 26.2 mile marathon but my old body has told me to think again, so I'll be doing the half marathon this year. I'm determined to be physically strong enough to do a full marathon some day, but right now I'm just grateful to be upright & moving :-)

If you are in a position where you able to once again contribute to the very worthwhile mission of fighting blood cancers with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, please click on the link to my website. I've started my fundraising
a little late this year, but I'm hoping to still reach my goal of raising $2,000 before the end of May. (she has only about $365 so far - let's help a chica out, debu_peeps)

I hope that this e-mail finds you & your loved ones in good health & that you are enjoying this Spring season.

Thinking of you & wishing you all the best...

Diana

"In 2006, I was diagnosed with an aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. After some hardcore chemo, I kicked cancer's butt to kingdom come. In June 2007, I celebrated by participating in my first Team in Training event, a half-marathon, on the exact 1-year-to-date anniversary of my cancer diagnosis. How sweet it was to be able to cross the finish line under my own steam and in remission!"

http://www.active.com/donate/tntsoh/DianaKlau2008

I can do this. Because of people like Diana! Go D, go!

Your assignment is to donate $5 - $10 to Diana. I know I'm always asking for money, but having a survivor raise money for a pretty grueling event is really special. It inspires me and so many others to see that cancer does not own us!!

Love you. And especially you. Working on my Seattle posts, but I'm still gushy and loving that city and my Seattle folks.

Snow Day

It's early and I'm not caffeinated enough, but wanted to check in a llittle bit.

This has been such a great trip. We went to see Jeanne from Assertive Patient Saturday night for pizza and some time feeding baby kittens. Zoe named her kitten Zoe. She and Tim's daughter K were expert kitty feeders. They are so tiny and cute and when they drink from these little teeny bottles, there bellies swell right up. I hadn't ever seen kittens that small before and Zoe worked the please-can-we-bring-home-a-kitty face.

Jeanne is totally cool. We had pizza and salad and just hung out and talked. I totally dig her style as she's really eclectic and has amazing taste. Her house was so gorgeous and was the kind of place that was both beautiful and comfortable and filled with love. We had such a fun time. Zoe was ready to go back the next day and I really hope to be able to spend time with Jeanne this summer.

Yesterday we visited the Snoqualmie Falls. It was perfect weather for sightseeing and I was completely blown away at how beautiful it was there. It is a very romantic setting and there was an outside wedding going on at the resort overlooking the falls. i watched a little because the guests were so gorgeously dressed up, although I didn't see the bride. I couldn't think of a more romantic setting for a wedding. But that's probably because I'm in love with Seattle. And no, I didn't take this picture. I took a few, but they could never be as lovely as this.

Then we went off to see some SNOW! I haven't seen real snow in over ten years and Zoe has NEVER seen it before. We drove up about another 30 minutes to (I'll have to ask Tim later obout the name of the pass we went to) and the kids donned some warm gear and went and climbed these huge snowbanks. I am sure they were freezing as we didn't have any waterproof clothing or shoes, but at least there were fire pits that they warmed up at later. Zoe had such a great time there and said it was her favorite thing so far that she's done here. I can totally see her becoming a skier if the occasion should arise. She is a natural snow bunny.

We've seen so many places here. It's just gorgeous and amazing. I can't wait to come back again to keep exploring. The weather totally suits me too!! We're having a blast.

Ok. Off to find some caffeine and food.

I can do this. I listened to hours of Hanna Montana yesterday. (While Zoe and K sang duets to us)

Your assignment today is to tell me your favorite vacation experiences to date.

Seattle = Awesome

Quick am entry before the chirrens get up and going (Z and Tim's two girls).

Seattle is soooo beautiful. There's something about the weather and the beauty of the city that makes you feel alive. I can totally understand why Starbucks started here because there is so much to do that you just don't want to go to sleep. And yes, I saw Mecca aka Starbucks headquarters; however, there are so even more *gasp* awesome coffee places here. I had the best iced latte from this little drive thru shack. It was HUGE too. Like a hot tub of latte.

I haven't really taken many, actually any, pictures here because I'm loving just experiencing the city and there aren't any pictures that I could take that would do this place any justice. I stopped at this little travel shop in Bainbridge (after taking a gorgeous ferry ride) and bought a this beauitful picture travel book.

Zoe is completely in her element. Tim has this giant projector tv that projects onto the wall about 110 inches. He also has the cool toys which includes a wii and a sirius radio surround sound. Zoe loves wii. She and Tim's oldest are now playing boxing and it is crazy funny.

Ok. How could you not adore a guy who runs out to get you a special iced coffee?

I can do this. I'm very much at home.

Your assignment for today is to get outside and enjoy. I know I plan on it.

Seattle. Packing. Beyond Excited

We are headed to Seattle after school today. I've never flown with Zoe, but she's been on a plane a few times with her father, so I am sure she will do well. Especially since she's got some gadgets - Nintendo DS and books and stuff.

Tim is just so cool. I cannot wait to see him again. We have some great things planned for this week. I really am beyond excited to go because it's a part of the country I have never visited before and, well, *whispers* Tim is there.

The only downfall is that I have to wear a mask the entire time in the airport and on the plane. I think that's about seven hours total. It makes me feel like a freakshow, but if it keeps those oogie germs off me, then who cares? Zoe is going to look perfectly adorable. She wanted to wear this cute funky patterned dress with her leather jacket and these little wedgie heels. She has a matching purse/wallet, and wants to wear her sunglasses. Um. Hilarious!

Ok. Much to do. I'd like to go somewhere without wearing a ball cap for a change. This entire week I've been hoping What Not to Wear wasn't videotaping me, because I've been looking just too ridiculous.

I can do this. I'm going somewhere it isn't Africa hot (it was 90 here yesterday - APRIL - AHHHHH!!!)

Your assignment today is to say bon voyage! Love you internets!!!!

Safe Journey, Laiken

I fucking hate leukemia (no apologies forthcoming for the f*bomb either). Who doesn't know a lovely 13 year old girl?

Love 4 Laiken

This is not ok. Please help us find a cure by donating to Team Zoe. Parents should not have to make these kinds of decisions.

" TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2008 01:53 PM, CDT

Jim and I have made our decision......we just talked to Dr. Kapoor and really the machine is doing all the work for Laiken. She is starting to have some irregular heart rythyms and I really think it's just her time to spend eternity with our Lord Jesus Christ. Her oxygen levels still keep going down and now she is in the mid 30's at the highest and we have even seen some high 20's. A pastor from our church is on his way as of right now.

Jim and I have made the decision to stop some of Laiken's meds and just let her go peacefully. We will have them give her lots of pain meds and then stop the Dopamine. They will take the tube out of her mouth and let us have some time with her until her little spirit goes to heaven.

I can't believe that we have come to this point in our lives where we have to make a decision like this. Laiken has faught for so very long and so very hard that it hurts to see her go like this. I never thought that this would be the way that we would have to see her go. I do know that when the time comes that Laiken has more than earned her wings in heaven. She has taught so many of us so much in her only 13 young years of life here on earth. I had hoped for so much more for her here on earth and now I have to let her go. She has blessed so many of us in so many different ways and again I will say "I am so proud to be able to be the one who she called Mama", I just hope I was a good enough Mama for her. She loved life to the fullest and I know she will light up the heavens above with her beautiful smile. This will be our loss here on earth from such a perfect child.

Please keep us all in prayers.

With much love and my deepest sorrow, Stacey"

God bless you and your family, honey. Fly free. We will keep fighting for you. I showed Zoe your website and talked to her about our responsibility to keep fighting for a cure until no one else gets cancer. That even when I'm gone, she must continue and her children must continue to help. I am so saddened for Laiken and her family, but I am determined. I get discouraged fundraising sometimes because I'm always always asking, but I will never give up.

Because I know exactly that feeling of leukemia striking at any time. It doesn't discriminate. I have seen all ages, all races, all financial backgrounds ~ all stuck in the waiting rooms in hospitals all over the world. Some living and some dying. It's horrible, as all cancer is. It's horrible on you, but moreover, it's excruciating for your loved ones.

Update:

"Dear Family and Friends,

Our precious Laiken has gone to be with our Lord at 4:36pm today. She is celebrating with the Lord and all of our loved ones who have gone ahead of us. Please keep all our us in your prayers.

With our deepest sympathy, Jim & Stacey"

I can do this. I owe them all. Just too many loved ones to list. It's hurting my heart.

Your assignment today is to send prayers (good thoughts if you don't pray) to Laiken and her family and loved ones. Thanks

I'm a badass.

But then you all already knew that.

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Seattle Wed. Laundry. Packing. Beyond Excited!!

Rock Out!

Watching this 10 year old makes me feel like a total slacker mom. Starts off a little slow, but this girl jams out.

Thank You Very Much

The girl likes some bling. And The King.

Raising Sand

Um. My new download. So so awesome!!!

I'm getting ready today for our Seattle trip. I'm totally psyched. I do wish I had a better suitcase though. I'm more equipped for roadtripping than flying. Ok. I'm getting off my duff. Lots to do!

There's a Special Place

I hope these thieves choke!

Thanks Natalie Dee!

Taxes Done. Still Avoiding

60 Things You Can't Possibly Know About Me

Well maybe you do.

1)What is in the back seat of your car right now?
Zoe stuff. Soccer gear. Dirt. And it's a SUV

2)When was the last time you threw up?
Two days ago. yay!

3)What's your favorite word or phrase?
Jiggafuckwhat?

4)Name 3 people who made you smile today?
Zoe, mom, Tim

5)What were you doing at 8 am this morning?
Getting Sixbucks. My health insurance should pay for this. I'm worthless without it.

6)What were you doing 30 minutes ago?
Hugging Zoe

7)Favorite board game?
Mancala

8)Have you ever been to a strip club?
Back in the day. Like a chick's version of a sports bar.

9)What is the last thing you said aloud?
If it's missing, check yer crack.

10)What is the best ice cream flavor?
Chocolate or cookies n cream. Rarely eaten.

11)What was the last thing you had to drink?
Water

12)What are you wearing right now?
Yoga pants. T-shirt. Typical.

13)What was the last thing you ate?
Sammich

14)Have you bought any new clothing items this week?
Yes. Cute stuff.

15)When was the last time you ran?
About 20 years ago?

16)What's the last sporting event you watched?
Spurs game

17)If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go?
Seattle. Rome. Greece. Paris. Iceland.

18)Who is the last person you sent a comment/message on myspace?
Tim

19)Ever go camping?
Several times

20)Do you have a tan?
Oh heck no.

21)Do you use smiley faces on the computer a lot?
Depends on who I am talking to.

22)Do you drink your soda from a straw?
Sometimes.

23)What did your last text message say?
I'm too lazy to go look

24)Are you someone's best friend?
Yes

25)What are you doing tomorrow?
Probably nothing. Maybe packing.

26)Where is your mom right now?
In the living room

27)Look to your left, what do you see?
A Netflix and HBO Scene It game.

28)What color is your watch?
I don't own one.

29)What do you think of when you think of Australia?
Down Under

30)Ever ridden on a roller coaster?
Yes.

31)Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive thru?
Depends on what I am wearing.

32)Do you have any friends on myspace that you actually hate?
Nope. Close though.

33)Do you have a dog?
newp

34)Last person you talked to on the phone?
Sis #1. And Tim. No wait. Zoe called me from the house phone to tell me Talk Soup was on.

35)Have you met anyone famous?
Several

36)Any plans today?
Watch a DVD with Zoe later tonight. Help with homework.

37)Are you happy?
Yes

38)Where are you right now?
Our living room

39)Biggest annoyance in your life right now?
Medications

40)Last song listened to?
Lenny Kravitz. Soupsoulfighter

41)Last movie you saw?
There Will be Blood. Boring.

42)Are you allergic to anything?
Delaudid (pain killer)

43)Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time?
Any of my 9230923 pair of New Balance.

44)Are you jealous of anyone?
Oprah. It's the money.

44)Are you married?
Not yet.

45)Is anyone jealous of you?
I'm pretty sure she is.

46)What time is it?
6:01pm

47)Do any of your friends have children?
Most of them

48)Do you eat healthy?
More often than not

49)What do you usually do during the day?
Write. Email. Correspond. Read. Paperwork. Fundraise. Work out.

50)Do you hate anyone right now?
Don't have the energy to hate anyone.

51)Do you use the word 'hello' daily?
Yes

52)How many kids do you want when your older?
I'm done. One is enough.

53)How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
41

55)How did you get one of your scars?
Central line

57) When was the last time u got ditched??
Ditched? I guess dumped, but it was always for the best, so I consider it a blessing!

58) Did you like school??
Only when I got into college.

59) Is it natural for someone to be sad all the time??
Heck no.

60) Do you smoke?
No very bad habit. It's disgusting.

Tax Avoidance

I have to do my taxes today. They are nearly done, but I have to enter ONE number in.

So in the meantime, I will do some survey that was sent to me on my myspace. (friend me if you got 'em)

myspace survey

[ the basics ]

name: Deborah Marie
nicknames: Debby, Debster, Debs, Debutaunt, etc. etc. etc.
birthday: July 22, 1967 and my transplant birthday is February 27, 2006
location: San Antonio, Tejas
marital status: boyfriended
siblings: 3 sisters, 3 brothers, many secret sisters
pets: 2 adopted dogs that live next door
hair color: dark brown/grey
eye color: blue
height: 5'9
shoe size: 11 (ginourmous)
piercings/tattoos: ears
zodiac sign: cancer
right or left handed: right
your most over-used word/phrase: like
your best physical feature: eyes
your best personality trait: goofy
top five favorite hobbies: writing, movies, reading, hanging out with Zoe, talking
biggest fears: cancer relapse, big gross bugs, snakes, dying, Zoe being sad
your talents: I think I'm an ok writer

[ your favorites ]

color: orange, yellow, and probably pink
type of music: americana
band: Jesse Dayton
singer: Lenny Kravitz
movie: Too many to name
tv show: The Wire, House, 24. Too many. Nearly anything Bravo
book: Body for Life for Women. Anything Ellen Gilchrist
tv channel: Bravo, baby!
animal: cute puppies
season: Fall, Winter, Spring
food: Mexican
drink: Icee
sport: Basketball, soccer
class in school: Writing
magazine: Oprah, Prevention
lyric from a song:I'm tied to you like the buttons on your blouse
flower: rose, peonies
ice cream flavor: Chocolate
store: Target, Central Market, Home Depot, Sports Authority/Academy
actor: Viggo M.
actress: Meryl Streep
number: don't have one
holiday: Thanksgiving
perfume: Estee Lauder
candy: Twizzlers
fruit: Apples
cereal: Kashi, but Cap'n Crunch hits the spot sometimes
website: shoeblogs.com
board game: Mancala
video game: wii anything
cartoon character: Charlie and Lola
shampoo/conditioner: Aveda
makeup brand: Sephora
designer: Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, Chanel (anything classic)

[ this or that ]

summer/winter: winter
autumn/spring: autumn
coke/pepsi: coke, but only diet
dog/cat: dog
cell phone/mp3 player: cell phone
ipod/zune: ipod
texting/iming: iming
ocean/pool: ocean
black/white: black
chocolate/vanilla: chocolate
flowers/candy: flowers
rock/rap: rap
pop/country: neither
book/movie: movie
stars/hearts: hearts
necklace/bracelet: bracelet
gold/silver: silver
blonde/brunette: brunette
hugs/kisses: kisses
pen/pencil: pen
mcdonalds/burger king: burger king
guitar/drums: guitar
mtv/vh1: vh1
disney/nickelodeon: nick
sprite/mountain dew: sprite
coffee/tea: coffee
sun/moon: moon
day/night: night
hot/cold: cold
peanut butter/jelly: peaunt butter
waffles/pancakes: pancakes
letters/emails: letters

[ random stuff ]

are you religious/spirutal: a little
what year did/do you graduate high school: 1985
do you believe in angels: yes
do you consider yourself to be trendy: no
are you romantic: yes
are you funny: sometimes
are you smart: sometimes
what jewelry piece do you never take off: I wear alot but I have to take it off at night
are your nails long or short: fairly short, but I like them long
which animal frightens you the most: snakes
what kind of cell phone do you have: I have 2 now. Red and blue
do you drink starbucks: can you say crackhead?
what is your favorite starbucks drink: iced venti latte
last movie you watched: There Will be Blood
must-have hair accessory: headband or ballcap
are you spontaneous: rarely
are you a good listener: sometimes. I interrupt too much
describe yourself in five words: adorkable, goofy, mom, asskicker, cheerful
any last words: I love you

Screw the basics

Spell your middle name backwards: eiram
Whats the third letter of your first name?: b
Are you named after anyone?: some bible character
Whats your zodiac sign?: cancer
Do you think that you fit the description of that sign?: yes. eerily so
What month is your birthday in?: july
Birthstone?: ruby

School

Do you own a class ring?: newp. too ugly
Did you go to your prom?: Sadly, yes. It sucked
Where did you go to college?: Texas Tech, Incarnate Word College, St. Ed's Austin (grad)
Least favorite teacher?: Any of my high school teachers
Favorite teacher? Anna Skinner - St. Edward's writing professor
Major/minor: English Writing and Composition/Art

Lifestyle / Random Questions

Name all the drugs you've tried: weed ages and ages ago. Way too many prescription drugs
Do you drink?: rarely
Party alot?: hardly
How many hours of tv do you watch a day: too much
Whose gonna win American Idol?: i dont care
Do you know who your governor is?: Yes. He has big hair.
How late to do you go to sleep?: whenever
How early do you wake up in the morning?: During the week - 6:30. Weekends - until I wake up

Do you...

have tivo?: no
brush your teeth with an electric toothbrush?: no
drink a lot of water: yes
watch cartoons?: rarely
live with both parents?: yes
have an exotic pet?: gross. no
travel alot?: no, but I would like to
have your license?: yes
own a laptop?: yes
have a myspace?: yes
Twitter?: yes
blog?: duh

Travel

Name all the states you've been to: most of them
Name all the countries you've been to: Mexico
Name 3 places you really wanna go: Seattle, Europe (especially Italy and Greece), Canada
Ever taken a road trip?: yes. lots
Do you have a house in another state?: hee hee. Washington.
Name one state that you would really want to live in: Washington, Vermont
Ever been on vacation with a friend?: yes, several
School trips: like, or dislike?: like

Last section: fashion

do you have a certain style?: frump
how many pairs of shoes do you think you own: 30?
where do you buy most of your clothes?: probably Target or Academy. SAD!
Ever made your own clothes?: way back in the day. Too dorky
What color do you wear most?: black
favorite brand?: New Balance. Love designer clothes, but don't buy them
do you hate shopping?: no
whats your most expensive item of clothing?: $50 sneakers
Do you have any clothing from another state/country?: don't think so
Do you buy clothes often?: every 3-4 months
What of your friends has the worst fashion?: None. Since I look like such a frump.
Which of your friends has the best fashion?: my sister - Sis #1

THE END

Horkoriffic

Been throwing up and otherwise sickly. Yay. Not. No clue. Think it might be food poisoning. But I feel horrible and I think I'm way dehydrated. I'm wanting a Gatorade Icee.

So, since it's been so tense around here, I have a completely inappropriate joke for you all.

Three women: one engaged, one married, and one a mistress, are chatting about their relationships and decide to amaze their men....that night all three will wear a black leather bra, stiletto's and a mask over their eyes.

After a few days they meet again.....

The engaged girlfriend: "The other night, when my boyfriend came back home, he found me with the leather bodice, 12 inch stilettos and mask. He saw me and said: "you are the woman of my life, I love you"...then we made love all night long.

The mistress: "Ah! Me, too. The other night I met my lover in the office and I was wearing the leather bodice, mega stilettos, mask over my eyes and a raincoat, when I opened the raincoat... he did not say anything.....but we had wild sex all night."

The married one: "the other night I sent the kids to stay at my mother's for the night, I got myself ready-- leather bodice, super stilettos and mask over my eyes. My husband comes home from work, opens the door and says:

"Hi, Batman! What's for dinner?

Safe Journey Lovelies

People often ask me why I continue to advocate for funding and donations for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Why I strongly encourage people to donate blood. Why I tell people to sign up on the bone marrow registry. And why I continue to tell my story and the story of others.

Because I miss her every day.

These three beautiful ladies were all taken from us way too soon. Brenda, Liza and Victoria.

and yesterday, Robin.

"I want to live long enough for my daughter to remember me. ~ Robin G."

I take this personally. I only know of these women really from the internet, but they are my secret sisters. Brenda was my secret confidant on Instant Messenger. I had met Robin and her family once at MD Anderson. They were so wonderful, funny and hopeful. Each loss feels so devastating to me. Each loss is exhausting and sad. And behind each loss is a family. Friends. Loved ones who now have to try to continue with their lives despite the pain.

Kadin. Precious Angel. I spent the morning in tears.. I will never give up, Emily. I just can't.

I'm tired of asking, but I'm more tired of them all dying. I know that everyone has their own thing going on. But I will take any amount you are able to spare. I will take your prayers. I will take any post on the internet about this - a myspace bulletin, a twitter login, a blog post. My heart is really heavy today. And as much as I never ever want to be the subject of a post like this, I can't help but continue to fight for all of those who aren't with us anymore. I'd want someone to do the same for me. I love you all. I really do.

Anyone know where my Hong Kong Fiona is? I've been missing her.

I can do this. I have a mission to finish.

Thems Some Lofty Goals, Zkat

Zoe wants to break the bank this year. I'm a little afraid.

San Antonio Light the Night Walk

Houston Light the Night Walk

Austin Light the Night Walk

and for the first time:

Seattle Light the Night Walk

The girl wants to raise nearly $30,000.

Zoe and I have been doing great. Had a wonderful visit with my sweetie, Tim, (yes, he is now officially the debu_sweetie) last week here in San Antonio. He was my eHarmony match. Yeah. I know. It's Zoe's fault. If there is a male version of me, it's Tim. I'm not going into lots of details, but he says

a. The debu_Parade of Losers is over.
b. I'm done kissing frogs; and,
c. He adores me and vice versa.
d. He's taller, romantic, sweet, smart and very handsome.
e. Lives in Seattle, but that's ok. Southwest is my friend.
f. Did I say he absolutely adores me?

Zoe and I are flying up there in a few weeks. My ghostly white skin is very excited about this as it's been near 90's here and I'm so not diggin it. I've never been to Washington, but the pictures are gorgeous. Zoe's already setting aside things to pack. She thinks he's the bomb-diggity. Especially since he has a wii and two daughters her age. I'm nervous but can't wait to see him again. I also will get to visit the very awesome Jeanne, the Assertive Cancer Patient.

Anyway. My life's joys have increased exponentially.

I can do this. My birdtalker is a great matchmaker.

Your assignment today is to keep checking in on us and help me figure out how to make Zoe's crazy fund raising goals happen. It's going to be a fantastic year.

Feminist-trolling

Time for some troll smackdown:

Your assignment today is to comment back to Chy on her boycott of blood drives:

"and my reason for not giving blood- I am boycotting the homophobic regulation keeping gay men from donating blood. It has been proven time and time again that sexual orientation does NOT mean that you have HIV, or that you are more likely to have HIV. As you said- every needle is new, and every type of blood is tested (of COURSE), so why do we have this restriction other than to make the assumption that gay men have bad blood? I, along with many other people have boycotted having the blood drive come to our campuses (of the 23 campuses of the CSU system) because of this."

I don't know her. Never heard of her, don't know where she came from before she left me the above, but have some pretty choice words to her comment. How 'bout those of you who are a bit more... um... tactful... answer her?

Warning: Cursing in the extended entry.

My answer - sorry, had to before I sploded: You selfish, self-absorbed, fucking bitch. Sure hope you and yours never ever need a blood transfusion. There are lots of people who aren't eligible to give blood for whatever reason. Do you think they'd boycott and deny someone a chance at life? Oh, I went to Germany, was a needle-using drug user, or had hepatitis and can't give blood. Fuck the blood drive. Screw them if they don't want our blood.

Donate. It's the right thing to do. Sorry if you aren't eligible, but why not recruit people who are eligible to donate instead of being a fucking douchebag and boycotting? Or writing the FDA or the Red Cross about this rule? Because it isn't just heterosexuals that need blood in an emergency or illness. It's children, elderly people, all races, ages, religions, sexual orientations, etc. etc. It's ME you damn fucking asstard. You best pray it's never YOU or one of your loved ones, dipshit.

I challenge any of my readers to volunteer with a blood drive or organize one just to show Chyasshat that donating blood is far more important than anyone's perceived umbrage at being discriminated against.

And Chy, I triple-dog dare you to go visit a family who has a child with leukemia and tell them about your noble *snort* boycott of blood donations. Fuck you! Don't ever show your face here again.

Adorkably Loved

Busy, but extremely fun week. Soccer. Playing tour guide. Happy, tired, but feeling so so great.

Still am having issues posting pictures. Very frustrated with this as I have some absolutely adorable ones.

Just a quick super shout out to my parents. Today is their 44th Anniversary. Through thick and thin. Seven kids. Hard times, great times, through all times. Our family is so blessed to have them. I admire them so much. I am so lucky.

Happy Anniversary, Momo G and Papa. God bless you two.

I can do this. I'm sleepy, but wonderful.

Assignment: Shout outs to my folks. Go hug and kiss your special ones today.