Are You My Type?

After attending the Broadcasters for Blood Event and connecting with Marly Fausz of VA Blood Services, she asked if I would share my story for their "Are You My Type?" campaign. Of course I said yes - and then, the invitation to appear in a commercial. Really? I eagerly said yes and off we went.

We started early alongside the James River in Richmond, VA. It's rather scenic and there were even several gentleman taking the time to fish and enjoy the fabulous weather. Not growing up in Richmond, I of course did not know that it's rather common to have late night adventures and parties down by the river - as evidenced in the remnants from the night(s) prior. I'd like to think if you go there to party there would be no footprint, however, I'm assuming that those that partied there were lucky to make it out on time and coherent. I digress -

I had to deliver "my story" in 30 seconds. I wondered if that was possible, but then I realized just the bullet points are necessary to entice others to donate blood - it wasn't scripted and yes, I shot it over...and over...and over. I am confident the outtakes could provide enough belly laughs that we could burn 1,000 calories in ten minutes.

The team from CBS6 were just delightful and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process - afterall, they are the pros! I have not seen the final edit just yet on the commercial but will share it with everyone once I receive it. It will be airing on CBS6 throughout Richmond and it's marketshare in Central Virginia.

After the shoot, Marly graciously took me on a tour of the VBS facility in Richmond. I was in awe of the process that the donated blood takes after being received and the amount of time, effort, and love that goes into each and every pint received. There is no doubt that the team at VBS cares deeply for it's donors and recipients.

Thank you to Virginia Blood Services for this amazing opportunity and I look forward to many more opportunities together.