Joie Update

I just got off the phone with Brother this morning for the third time. I was not sure that he wanted this posted and he said he did so I will be quoting him in his own words. I wrote down every word that he wanted me to relay to all of you. Randall said, "I just spoke with the doctor and they worked with Joie's oxygen levels and blood pressure all morning and are going back to work on them some more with adjustments to be made. Joie has fever of 103.6. The nurses have ice packs in appropriate places to try and help with the fever. She has another infection besides the pneumonia and they are growing cultures to try and determine what that might be. The doctor said that she is no worse this morning. Unfortunately he did say that she is hanging on by the skin of her teeth." "I, Randall Culpepper, am standing in FAITH, NOTHING waivering! I don't want any doubt or negative words spoken about Joie. PLEASE Stand firm with me and be encouraged as my faith is full this morning. I love you ALL. I appreciate all the calls, cards, gifts, love and support. I NEED them and when you think I am getting too many or too much; I AM NOT. It touches my heart and ALWAYS comes at the right time. Just when I need it. It is 10:00 and time to go see my HoneyBun." I have received numerous phone calls and emails asking what people can do for the Randall and Joie. Of course at this time, the most important thing we can do is to continue to pray for Joie, Randall and the Family. Outside of prayer, this family will be facing some very difficult financial situations with the loss of Joie's income. While none of us could ever begin to replace her contribution to the finances of her family, collectively our small contributions would come together to help in a big way. If you would like to do so, you may send your contributions to Joie and Randall in care of their church. Donations would be tax deductible. On your check, please indicate that it is for Randall and Joie in the "For" line and send to: Randall and Joie Culpepper c/o Faith Walk Ministries PO Box 506 Luverne, AL 36049 I can't even begin to tell you what you all mean to Randall. Please just pray for God's will to be done and strength for Randall. He is extremely tired. It is now 10:44 and I just hung up the phone with him. He said that Joie blood pressure was 84 over 52 and her oxygen level was continuing to drop while he was with her. The doctor was telling the respiratory personnel what to do with the ventilator. Randall did range of motion with her and put in another healing CD for her. I am going to get dressed and head back to Montgomery. As always, I will have my cell phone with me if you would like to call. The number is 256-283-6016. I'll call and have someone post updates for me later. With Love, Becky