Pastor's Blog

A visit to the neurologist definitely confirmed the seizure of Wednesday night.  He also reinforced the fact that I cannot drive for the next six months.  I agreed to not drive a vehicle but not to the idea of not riding a mower.

The neurologist’s greatest concern became my blood pressure which was high.  How high?  Well, let’s just say high enough for him to immediately send me to the nearby emergency room where I stayed for the next three or four hours.  They were able to get it down “some” with an iv and oral meds but not nearly enough.  The ER doctor sent me home with some serious medicines.

I will be honest in saying that I am not feeling well.  I have gotten so many emails, iMessages and phone calls that I simply cannot reply to them all so this entry will hopefully catch most of those who have contacted me.  I pray folks understand.  Pass the word especially concerning me needing prayers.

I am very grateful to Daphne and Lisa for expending their entire day with me doing medical stuff.  Boring!

Prayers appreciated!

Short and sweet today – I do not have an update on Danny Lewis’ test results.  Pray for him.

As you probably already know, I allegedly experienced a long seizure right before leaving for church this past Wednesday night.  I do not know what happened but I have been told things that I said and did that I simply do not remember at all.  (Personally, I think they are lying)  Daphne called 911 but I do not remember them being here.  I do remember hearing Brad talk to me and seeing TJ Vice for a brief few seconds.  Otherwise, I do not remember hearing or seeing anyone.  Weird!

By the way, Brad did excellent in dealing with me.  I appreciate him.  TJ?  Wanted to know if I had filed my quarterly returns – really!  The dude is a great CPA!

Lisa and Daphne took me to Singing River Hospital.  SRH gets an “A+” from me.  Excellent care given to me.  I do mean excellent!  They confirmed it was a seizure and told me to see a neurologist.  Cindy Stokes stepped up and got me an appointment with a neurologist this morning.  So, maybe we will get some answers.

Our deacons have been great to me.  They have told me to take this Sunday off but that is not my plan.  Lord willing, I will be in the pulpit at 10:00AM and 5:00PM (note the time change).  That could change depending on the doctor’s visit this morning.

This episode has helped me see again just how blessed I am with family, church family and friends.  God is good!  Thank you for your prayers.