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joenick
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dooodles
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Re: Sad x-post
We will definitely go and donate for this precious little boy - DH has great blood to donate for babies and kiddies
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| Posted 12/9/08 9:43 AM |
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joenick
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Posted by dooodles
We will definitely go and donate for this precious little boy - DH has great blood to donate for babies and kiddies
OMG...are you serious???? I have tears in my eyes right now!!!!!! Donna...that would be sooooooooooooo wonderful!!!!!!!!! You are seriously an angel on Earth. Thank you (and DH) from the bottom of my heart.  
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| Posted 12/9/08 9:51 AM |
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karacg
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Re: Sad x-post
I will see if DH can donate.
I am never allowed to because of my travels to Africa and years living in Europe...
My heart is breaking,.....
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dooodles
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Re: Sad x-post
Posted by joenick
Posted by dooodles
We will definitely go and donate for this precious little boy - DH has great blood to donate for babies and kiddies
OMG...are you serious???? I have tears in my eyes right now!!!!!! Donna...that would be sooooooooooooo wonderful!!!!!!!!! You are seriously an angel on Earth. Thank you (and DH) from the bottom of my heart.
We had an outpouring of love and support when CJ was in need of blood donations and there were many people on LIW that went and donated. We swore we would always pay it forward. DH's blood was tested back then and I can't think of what is different but most babies and children going through surgeries can accept his blood. I've already called him and let him know!
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| Posted 12/9/08 9:57 AM |
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XcalystaX
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Re: Sad x-post
Joenick, do we need to reference him by name when we call? I am def going to call and am volunteering myself and my DH. Can I send this to some of my friends/co-workers? 
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Re: Sad x-post
I would do it in a heartbeat if I didn't have Thallessemia... for him
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XcalystaX
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Re: Sad x-post
Also what blood type is he (does it matter)? Sorry for all the questions, but I am getting my family involved and they are asking.
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| Posted 12/9/08 10:01 AM |
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CathyB
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Re: Sad x-post
Oh Val, I'm so sorry for your nephew.
My family and I can't donate blood in the US b/c we lived in the UK in the early 80's. But I'll pass the info along to other family members in case they are able to donate now.
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| Posted 12/9/08 10:09 AM |
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joenick
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Re: Sad x-post
You all are making me cry...how amazing each and every one of you are!!!!!!!!!!
Yes...I DO think you mention Michael's name when donating. The platelets will be reserved for him, then any unused will be given to other patients. But I do know that he needs to be on chemo for a whole year (this has just begun), and will need transfusions throughout the year as well.
I have Thalessemia as well, and am unable to donate. It truly breaks my heart.
I don't think blood type matters. I reread the email from his mom and it said all blood types are welcome.
AGAIN...THANK YOU EVERYONE...whether it be for your prayers, your thoughts, your donations...you are all amazing angels on Earth.
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CellarDweller
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Posted by joenick
You all are making me cry...how amazing each and every one of you are!!!!!!!!!!
Yes...I DO think you mention Michael's name when donating. The platelets will be reserved for him, then any unused will be given to other patients. But I do know that he needs to be on chemo for a whole year (this has just begun), and will need transfusions throughout the year as well.
I have Thalessemia as well, and am unable to donate. It truly breaks my heart.
I don't think blood type matters. I reread the email from his mom and it said all blood types are welcome.
AGAIN...THANK YOU EVERYONE...whether it be for your prayers, your thoughts, your donations...you are all amazing angels on Earth.
DH has the blood type used for babies (O something). We'll plan on going in to donate in a month or so to make sure there's a continuous supply for this little guy. 
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babymakes3
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I'm going in on Saturday. I hope I can make it a regular thing too. I've been meaning to donate blood in general for a while. This just kicked my butt into gear.
for this little boy.
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| Posted 12/9/08 10:29 AM |
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joenick
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Posted by joenick
You all are making me cry...how amazing each and every one of you are!!!!!!!!!!
Yes...I DO think you mention Michael's name when donating. The platelets will be reserved for him, then any unused will be given to other patients. But I do know that he needs to be on chemo for a whole year (this has just begun), and will need transfusions throughout the year as well.
I have Thalessemia as well, and am unable to donate. It truly breaks my heart.
I don't think blood type matters. I reread the email from his mom and it said all blood types are welcome.
AGAIN...THANK YOU EVERYONE...whether it be for your prayers, your thoughts, your donations...you are all amazing angels on Earth.
DH has the blood type used for babies (O something). We'll plan on going in to donate in a month or so to make sure there's a continuous supply for this little guy.
OMG...thank you so much!!!!!!!
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| Posted 12/9/08 11:02 AM |
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joenick
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Re: Sad x-post
Posted by babymakes3
I'm going in on Saturday. I hope I can make it a regular thing too. I've been meaning to donate blood in general for a while. This just kicked my butt into gear.
for this little boy.
The generosity on these boards always amazes me.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!!!!
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| Posted 12/9/08 11:03 AM |
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Nic3
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Oh my goodness..... that is beyond horrible.
I have thalassemia as well (what an anemic group we seem to be here!), but DH can donate, and likely will do so when I show him the post later.
Please, please let us know how Michael is doing. And please let his family know that there is another family praying for his wellness, and for continued strength during this tough time.
If there are any efforts that are onging to make their holidays special, I'd love to contribute.
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| Posted 12/9/08 11:38 AM |
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joenick
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Re: Sad x-post
Jim thanks you all for your prayers and donations.
He also said that you would need to make an appointment and mention Michael's name. They will take any blood type. If it is not a match for Michael, they will use it for someone else and he will get a credit. It is really expensive to get a transfusion and this will help with their cost.
AGAIN...thank you so much!!!!!!
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I'm so sorry to hear this. We are not in NY anymore but I think my father and BIL can donate. I will send them the information and see what they can do!
Please keep us posted too!
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XcalystaX
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Re: Sad x-post
I just called to schedule appointments for my family and spoke to Mary (great lady!).
Make sure you mention Michael by full name so it can be a directed donation!!!!
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XcalystaX
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Re: Sad x-post
Bumping because this should def be on the first page!
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XcalystaX
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Bump 4 evening crew
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MrsSchwags
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Re: Sad x-post
do you have to go to the city to donate?
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HillW9608
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Re: Sad x-post
Im going to see what DH and I can do, we will be in the city on Saturday so it wouldnt be too much of a hassle since we'll have DD with us.
Are there any restrictions with blood donations? Im not to familiar with it..
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| Posted 12/9/08 8:59 PM |
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XcalystaX
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Re: Sad x-post
Posted by HillW9608
Im going to see what DH and I can do, we will be in the city on Saturday so it wouldnt be too much of a hassle since we'll have DD with us.
Are there any restrictions with blood donations? Im not to familiar with it..
They have the restrictions on the website. Mostly stuff like being out of the country within the year, certain diseases etc
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clmj2
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Re: Sad x-post
i cant donate but i can send many many
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casey31
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I called and you do have to go to the city to donate.
Unfortunately you also could not have had surgery within the past year so I am out because of my c-section....
I feel like I have been pregnant forever...(DS is 2 and DD is 8 months)- I am the universal donor so I am eager to donate when DD turns a year.....
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