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My new arm in my lap.

Blood draw video.

New tattoo on June 11, 2009. Better pictures to follow. See the original picture here.

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Uploaded on Jun 14, 2009

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I couldn't watch it when it happened, so I filmed it and watched it later.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Post-donation snacks.

My blood!

I had Cheese Nips and Capri Sun 100% juice fruit punch.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Looks like more than a pint, but it isn't.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Aftermath.

Red tape.

The binding was tight and hurt more than the needle.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Blood donation lady asked what color I would like and I said, "dealer's choice."

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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For the tests.

Not lounging.

To make sure I ain't infectious.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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They laid me down as a precautionary measure, since this was my first time giving blood. Also: since...

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Covered up.

Stuck!

I assume they cover the spot the needle is in just to keep me from barfing.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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I don't know how to spell the noise I make when I see this picture, but it's something along the...

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Squeezy ball.

My blood.

Squeeze every 3 to 4 seconds. Picture by nurse lady.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Picture by nurse lady. Thanks, Nurse Lady!

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Iodized!

Finding a vein.

I find the smell and sight of iodine disgusting. Thank gawd they only used it three times.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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The excitement with which two different people drawled, "you have really nice veins"...

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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Getting ready.

Little horsey.

My first time donating blood.

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Uploaded on Jun 4, 2009

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2007. Fuji Superia 400 Xtra. 35mm film. Canon FTbn. f/1.8 lens. Developed at the Fred Meyer ($2.49!)...

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Uploaded on Mar 23, 2009

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New tattoo, 2003.

Me, 1997.

Memorial tattoo, Spring 2003. Poem by Lonewolf, tattoo by Drat, courage by Erika, left-handed photo...

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Uploaded on Mar 22, 2009

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In the bathroom / lounge of the Hollywood Theater, Portland, 1997. Photo by Witknee Alien.

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Uploaded on Mar 22, 2009

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