I gave blood for the second time this school year on January 26^th 2012.  Since it was my fourth time giving blood I generally knew what to expect, but I swear each time it just gets easier and easier.  Not just from my experience, but from the American Red Cross workers who take your blood.  The workers just seem to get nicer and friendlier each time I go.  When I gave blood in high school, the workers made me feel like that this was just their job and nothing more, like they just wanted to get on with their day.  But when I gave blood this semester it was a totally different atmosphere.  The people that assisted me in the registration and the donating process were very friendly and tried to make the normally boring process fun and interesting.  They talked to me about my interests and this took away most of the pain and nervousness from the donating process.  One worker even informed me that my first and middle name was a song, which I never in my 19 years of life knew!  Also, the Red Cross has these new wipes that completely wipe away all the iodine they use to clean your arm before they put the needle in.  No more yellow, sticky arm for the rest of the day after you donate!  I’m really glad Stockton offers this opportunity for us twice a year to help save lives and make a difference.  I will most certainly be donating again.