Imagine, for just 2 seconds, that your life hangs in the balance and the only people that can save you from certain death, are complete strangers.

I do not have to imagine it, I live it - everyday. Instead of being a victim of a rare blood disorder or the survivor of a near death experience, I choose to be a LIVING TESTIMONY of the need for blood donors. As an advocate and spokesperson working with the nation's two largest blood collection organizations, I hope to connect donors to the lives they save through education, encouragement and open communication. Together, we can save lives, one pint at a time.


Every 2 seconds, someone requires a blood transfusion to live.

That's why "It's Hip 2 Give!"

Check out the "Are You My Type?" commercial!

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

VDOT Saves Lives

That's right, Virginia's Department of Transportation saves lives - through blood donation!

After attending the Hazzard Homecoming, William Molitor connected me to Elizabeth Stewart at VDOT, who was going to be hosting a blood drive within the week. As always, I was eager to attend and was so shocked when I arrived that they had signs greeting everyone and balloons to celebrate such a wonderful day.

The donors were streaming through the door beginning at 7:30am and didn't stop until the end of the event at noon. This was my first event with INOVA Blood Donor Services and I am happy to say it will NOT be my last (look for those details coming up later this week).

As I wind down my reign, the appearances seem to be coming in faster than ever before. In the next week you will find me in Kill Devil Hills, NC; Richmond, VA; DC; and MD - and that is just in the next 7 days.

Enjoy a few photos from the event and I hope to see you on the road donating soon!

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