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.
 

[Ditter]

Glad to hear this from you. You are the best Jim, we love and respect you. Your freeper friend Ditter.

[GinaLolaB]

Thank God you are doing better! Praise the Lord! Jesus is Lord!

[tiredoflaundry]

We will never hear the end of it.! ya know.......... Ann sending Mr.Jim flowers.......

Mr. Jim......... the hospital food will make you sick! ;-)

Seriously , just keep getting better! We miss you!!

[Lucius Cornelius Sulla]

Hi Jim, as you may have seen in earlier posts I had my leg amputated a year ago, after it was damaged and useless for a year. In a little time you’ll be pleased that it is gone, although of course not glad it became damaged.

[Red Steel]

Good to hear Jim,

Yeah, VA hospitals get a lot of practice these days.

Get well soon!

:-)

[Free ThinkerNY]

Great to hear from you! We need you here at FR. God bless you.

[fatima]

:)

[JDoutrider]

ALL RIGHT!!! JIM IS BACK!!!

Sheila! You better get some rest too!

Same with you John and Crew!!!!

We'll still keep sending some Get Well Prayers until this ordeal is over with Skipper!

[united1000]

Totally Awesome to hear from you. Prayers continue.

[pillut48]

Prayers going up for total and complete healing, inside and out, JimRob. So sorry you lost the leg, praying for strength for you and your family and friends as you all deal with the new challenges that come from that loss.

(((((((((Hugs))))))))

[Cindy]

Good to hear you’re on the road to recovery and better health.

God bless you Jim and I (as well as many Freepers and lurkers) will keep on praying for you.

[Responsibility2nd]

God Bless you Jim.

Isn't prayer a powerful and wonderful thing?

And just know; prayers to God will still be sent as you recover.

To Better Days..

clink!

[The Spirit Of Allegiance]

Argh. I stand humbled and upbraided, of course.

[Baladas]

Thaks for the update, hope you contune to make a full recovery. God Bless.

[50mm]

Glad to hear you're doing better, Jim! You had a lot of FReepers worried!

Prayers continue for a quick recovery.

[Fiddlstix]

I see no reason why a person of your aclomplistments and notable achievements should feel humbled.
You simply suffered a temporary lack of memory concerning the rules about Ann.
That can happen to any of us.

See? I can be nice. Granted it does take some effort on my part but I can do it. ROFL!

[Just Lori]

Ya just can't keep a good man down!

Continued prayers for a speedy recovery.

[Fiddlstix]

aclomplistments ??????

Geeez! Where'd that word come from?
That's gotta be the typo to end all typos.
LOL

[Brad’s Gramma]

aclomplistments ??????

Geeez! Where'd that word come from?

LOL!!!! I love ya, Fiddl...

[Fiddlstix]

LOL! When I goof up I DO It Right!!!
No messin' around for me. lol