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[RevSmoke]

Originally Posted by WhiteMamba

When I had one put in they numbed it first with a smaller needle. If they do that just don't look and you will be just fine. Or you could just keep in mind St Bartholomew as he is celebrated this Sunday.

I used to give blood regularly, gave over 5 gallons. Some time back though, for some reason I'd see a needle coming toward me, or know it was happening, and I would break out in a cold sweat and tightness in my guts.

No rhyme or reason, just is.

[nutcracker]

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

No rhyme or reason, just is.

That's why it's just a phobia. You know it's not logical, right? I for one can't climb a ladder because I'm terrified of heights.

Of course it's nice of Micheal to remind you of St Bartholomew, who I understand was flayed alive. Nice Mamba, that's bound to calm the man!

[RevSmoke]

Originally Posted by nutcracker

That's why it's just a phobia. You know it's not logical, right? I for one can't climb a ladder because I'm terrified of heights.

Of course it's nice of Micheal to remind you of St Bartholomew, who I understand was flayed alive. Nice Mamba, that's bound to calm the man!

He is going to the Seminary at my alma mater, studying to be a pastor. He's a little rough around the edges yet, needs to work on his bedside (pastoral visitation) manner.

I knew what he meant, that St. Bartholomew trusted God and was brought through his ordeal and now enjoys eternity in heaven, so it is all good no matter what happens - and if God can give him the strength in that trial, then my itty bitty ole neck surgery ain't nuttin'.

At least that is what I think he was trying to say.

Otherwise, he was just

Peace of the Lord be with you.

[AdamJoshua]

Originally Posted by RevSmoke

I used to give blood regularly, gave over 5 gallons. Some time back though, for some reason I'd see a needle coming toward me, or know it was happening, and I would break out in a cold sweat and tightness in my guts.

No rhyme or reason, just is.

Five gallons, crap man I only have a few pints in me!

Wishing you a speedy and complete recovery!