I don't think it's silly to resolve to try new things--it's wonderful!

I had a blood draw on Wednesday. It hurt a little, you know? But not so much that I cried or winced wouldn't do it again. It's temporary pain, a worthy pain, for my health. More worthy for you, giving to others.

I try not to think about the stick, and I don't watch, although I have in the past. I think about the way the chair feels and the color of the nurse's eyes, and I make conversation, and think about what they're asking me to do. I take deep breaths. After the initial poke the pain is all over and you just have to sit there until it's done.

This is the advice I often give to kids who are afraid of something...be afraid, but do it anyway.

Good luck!
Karen