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.
 

[Ernest_at_the_Beach]

It’s always interesting to see what the Google Search turns up though....

[The Spirit Of Allegiance]

NoSir, Ernest, I DIDN'T mean 'Accomplishment' but Fiddlstix did.

Unfortunately, unlike our toppling Saddam in Iraq, Fiddlstix cannot say "Mission Accomplished."


...BTTT for good news from Jim!

[Fiddlstix]

Please see Post# 1613

&

Also see Post# 1636

Thank you

Google sux anyway. LOL

[Sue Perkick]

Sounds great! Thanks for the update

[Fiddlstix]

No Sir! I meant aclomplistment as your enlightening post defines it.
Again, Thank you.

[Fiddlstix]

You’re welcome but the credit belongs to Amy. I was just trying to help a bit. All I did was make the post for her.

[The Spirit Of Allegiance]

SIR!!!

If there was anything enlightening about that post, I have decomplished my disinformation objective, or subjective, or whatever.

[Fiddlstix]

SIR!

You are too modest.
Your post may well become recorded history of FR for all time.
FReepers every where will attempt to emulate you.
Only time will tell what you have wrought.

[mickie]

There's an old, very old saying, goes like this:

"Can't keep a good man down!"

Love ya, Jim. The worst is over now.....you are so brave.
Prayers for a speedy recovery.

[The Spirit Of Allegiance]

FReepers every where will attempt to emulate you.

I have been single ever since I was two, so I'd gladly settle for bachelorette Freeperettes everywhere to emulate Ann and Melanie and send me FLOWERS. And that's where this all came in, come to think of it.

Bush's fault. Rosebush, that is.

[Fiddlstix]

........And that's where this all came in, come to think of it.

Ah! Yes! And now the circle is complete.
Good show, old boy.
Jolly good show.

[MoochPooch]

Thank G-d you’re better, Jim! You should stay that way!

[Sue Perkick]

Then I thank you both :)

[yorkie]

Wooooooo Hooooooo! Thank you, Dr. Zoo for typing the message for Jim. We know he is in good hands with you and the staff, and thank you all!

JR - mind your doctors, and you will be totally healed in no time at all! We’re ready for you to come home!

[Brad’s Gramma]

Oh For Pete’s Sake!

Post your picture and home addy and we’ll send you flowers too.

:)
:)

[acapesket]

Good on ya Mate!
God Bless you and keep you healthy!

[The Spirit Of Allegiance]

;^) No can do. This is Jim’s thread!

.

Jim, truly the worst is over, SO glad you went through with this. This country doesn’t need a good five cent cigar, it needs a FreeRepublic.

[BykrBayb]

Glad to hear from you, Jim. I’ll keep you in my prayers.

< ping to Wagglebee > (Do you have a list to ping?)

[Kitty Mittens]

God Bless you, Jim, and we're So Glad you are Feeling Better!! Praying for you Day and Night!

[Just Lori]

Wow. I wouldn’t have believed it either.