Prayers for Jim Robinson

May 14, 2008

[trussell]

 

Prayer Request

Jim Robinson is having surgery tomorrow, May 15th

See the posts below for information about this procedure.

Jim Update:

It has been a frustrating day, I finally have a update for everyone.

I called Jim at the hospital. The nurse was in his room and gave him the phone. Sheila took his cell phone to him so I will be able to contact him easier. Also they took his laptop.

Due to major pain killers, he was able to sleep in the bed last night and was in bed when I called.

He sounded better than he has for the past few months.
He will be there for at least one more night; maybe more depending on decisions being made tonight.

They may remove Jim's left leg at the knee tomorrow. The docs have told him that the poison in that leg is going to continue causing problems.

Jim is really reluctant to let them remove the leg but I told him that if it will relieve the pain and stop all the damage it is doing to his internal organs, he should let them take it. Jim cannot use his legs now. He only has limited use of his right leg and no muscle remains in his left leg. The muscular dystrophy has done a number on his muscles while he has been ill.

I hope this makes sense.

When I hear what the decision is, I will let you know. In the meantime, Jim needs our prayers tonight and tomorrow.

Father, hear our prayers.
 

930 posted on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:55:24 PM by JustAmy

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Thanks for all the updates, Amy

I just talked to Chris and he said that Notpoliticallycorewrecked is visiting with Jim at this time.

He also said that the Doctors have decided that tomorrow Jim has to make the decision about his leg

The Doctors believe, as you stated, that it has to be removed to keep the infection from spreading.

So I imagine that is the decision he will make.

Don't worry about him getting online, he has an “air” card so he can get online anywhere.

He misses being able to read and post here tremendously naturally. This is his baby.

Good news that the swelling has gone down dramatically in his left leg and that for the first time in months he is not in pain 24 hrs a day and was able to sleep more than usual.

Chris had no idea how long he would be hospitalized, but I would imagine it will be several more days, especially if the operation on his leg is done soon.

Good advice you gave Jim, Amy.

Yes, Mama Bear don't hesitate to visit, it will be highly appreciated and encouraging to see such good friends as you and that jk I'm sure

Jim is blessed indeed to have family that are watching over him closely and taking care of his needs, getting him to the hospital and other numerous tasks

And the legion here that are pulling for him.
 

990 posted on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 11:43:49 PM by Syncro

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Today's short update:

I just talked to Jim; the surgery will be performed tomorrow. He doesn't know what time yet. He said he is feeling pretty good. Also, he slept off and on last night. May have been due to the stress.

I am going to try to see him this afternoon. He has some tests scheduled but he doesn't think they will take very long.

He is not allowed to have his laptop in the patient area so he cannot get online until he can get down to the lobby.

His words ..... "Please tell everyone how much I appreciate their thoughts and prayers. Oh Yeah ..... tell them I'll be back online as soon as I'm able.

Anyway, thank you for your prayers.
 

1,070 posted on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 11:24:33 AM by JustAmy

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Jim Update:

It has been a frustrating day, I finally have a update for everyone.

I called Jim at the hospital. The nurse was in his room and gave him the phone. Sheila took his cell phone to him so I will be able to contact him easier. Also they took his laptop.

Due to major pain killers, he was able to sleep in the bed last night and was in bed when I called.

He sounded better than he has for the past few months.
He will be there for at least one more night; maybe more depending on decisions being made tonight.

They may remove Jim's left leg at the knee tomorrow. The docs have told him that the poison in that leg is going to continue causing problems.

Jim is really reluctant to let them remove the leg but I told him that if it will relieve the pain and stop all the damage it is doing to his internal organs, he should let them take it. Jim cannot use his legs now. He only has limited use of his right leg and no muscle remains in his left leg. The muscular dystrophy has done a number on his muscles while he has been ill.

I hope this makes sense.

When I hear what the decision is, I will let you know. In the meantime, Jim needs our prayers tonight and tomorrow.

Father, hear our prayers.
 

Thanks for all the updates, Amy

I just talked to Chris and he said that Notpoliticallycorewrecked is visiting with Jim at this time.

He also said that the Doctors have decided that tomorrow Jim has to make the decision about his leg

The Doctors believe, as you stated, that it has to be removed to keep the infection from spreading.

So I imagine that is the decision he will make.

Don't worry about him getting online, he has an “air” card so he can get online anywhere.

He misses being able to read and post here tremendously naturally. This is his baby.

Good news that the swelling has gone down dramatically in his left leg and that for the first time in months he is not in pain 24 hrs a day and was able to sleep more than usual.

Chris had no idea how long he would be hospitalized, but I would imagine it will be several more days, especially if the operation on his leg is done soon.

Good advice you gave Jim, Amy.

Yes, Mama Bear don't hesitate to visit, it will be highly appreciated and encouraging to see such good friends as you and that jk I'm sure

Jim is blessed indeed to have family that are watching over him closely and taking care of his needs, getting him to the hospital and other numerous tasks

And the legion here that are pulling for him.
 

Today's short update:

I just talked to Jim; the surgery will be performed tomorrow. He doesn't know what time yet. He said he is feeling pretty good. Also, he slept off and on last night. May have been due to the stress.

I am going to try to see him this afternoon. He has some tests scheduled but he doesn't think they will take very long.

He is not allowed to have his laptop in the patient area so he cannot get online until he can get down to the lobby.

His words ..... "Please tell everyone how much I appreciate their thoughts and prayers. Oh Yeah ..... tell them I'll be back online as soon as I'm able.

Anyway, thank you for your prayers.
 

[Exit148]

"I tweaked the header a bit ;)"

LOL! But it IS very, very, very good news isn't it!!

I hope the doctor also has news on how the stent is doing with Jim's good leg. I think lying in the bed -- with his leg less bent, is good for its circulation. Won't it be great when he finally comes on line! He doesn't say much, but his few words speak volumes. Such a modest man --- for such a great man! Bless him.

[Eva]

That’s great news, thank you for taking the time to keep us all up dated.

[AmericanInTokyo]

Thank you.

I admire this man's BRAVERY and SPIRIT.

It is a testimony to his great CHARACTER.

People like that are hard to come by these days.

God Bless Mr. Jim Robinson.

[jazusamo]

Thanks much for that wonderful update, looking forward to Jim’s swift recovery and return. :-)

[Notwithstanding]

BTT.

I don’t know JimRob and don’t even follow his posts or even know anything about him except that he created FR, which I have enjoyed for years.

‘Nuf said.

Prayers for him and his family.

[GinaLolaB]

Thank God for the good news. I pray that Jesus will bless and heal Jim Robinson.

[Admin Moderator]

Won't it be great when he finally comes on line!

INDEED!

[Admin Moderator]

Plus, we have a stack of work waiting for him

hehehe ;)

[AmericanMade1776]

Thank you Amy for the update..

[pj_627]

Wow Amy! A really fabulous update. Sure sounds like Jim is off to a truly amazing recovery. He sure sounds like he is in GREAT spirits, and that is a major factor in his favor.

Now, a bit of time for healing, and then I’m sure he will start feeling truly healthy again. The source of the poison that was weakening him so dreadfully is gone.

In any recovery, after such a drastic procedure, ‘bumps’ can happen. So, will continue on, praying for Jim’s complete recovery.

pattyjo

[JustAmy]

;^ )

[Kitty Mittens]

He said that he slept great last night.

I'm So Thankful, Amy, and So Filled with Praise for our Savior's Goodness and Grace. Glory to Jesus Christ, Who has Surrounded Jim with His Power and Love!

[bmwcyle]

bttt

[My Favorite Headache]

Good to hear..keep goin Jim.

[Fiddlstix]

[nmh]

You continue to be in our prayers and INSPIRE us all.

We love you. We pray for your recovery. Jim, you are so loved ... you have no idea how much and how grateful we are for YOU.

JustAmy,

Bless, YOU for timly updates. You too are a blessing. Thank you for your diligence in keeping us all informed.

[eaglesnest1]

Lord God we thank You for answering our prayers so far beyond expectation. Lord God, so often we remember to pray for Your help in our circumstances, but we want to be mindful to thank you as well. Gracious heavenly Father, You did not have to enable the surgery to go so smoothly or for Jim to already feel so much better, but You did. Thank You!

We pray now that You would continue the healing work that You have begun. Cause Jim’s recovery to continue to reveal the power of all the prayers surrounding him. Continue to cause him to heal more quickly and with less pain than the doctors ever anticipated. Continue to give him good rest - rest better than he has had in months. Cause this to be a complete recovery where his health is restored in a way which is astounding.

Lord God, we thank You that You are a God who hears our prayers and answers them perfectly in alignment with Your eternal, supreme plan. We place our faith and hope in You because we trust in who You are. We rest in the confidence that what we have asked for You will provide. We humbly thank You in advance for what You will do. We wait in joyful hope for continued “very, very, very good news” and promise to tell the story that more would know You ARE. In Jesus’ mighty, loving Name, Amen

[Fiddlstix]

Thank you. It's an oldie but goodie.
I wish I could remember who I stole it from. lol

[xJones]

Amy, I tried to Freep mail you to get on your Jim ping list, but I couldn't seem to get through. Maybe your Freep mail account - because of the Jim ping list - is overloaded with applicants.:)

Please tell JR that it must feel great to be loved so much by so many.

[austinaero]

“Plus, we have a stack of work waiting for him
hehehe ;)”

Now there’s motivation! I imagine he’s anxious to tackle it all, and probably all at once!

Would you be surprised if he had some work for you too? I mean, sometimes those with great minds don’t ever rest. All this down time may have given him a chance to rest his body and he may have his mind all charged up!

Hang on!