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.
 

[Fiddlstix]

Eh, fergitaboutit.........
He only wants to get flowers from Ann or nothing at all.

Picky! Picky! Picky!

[Brad’s Gramma]

Looks like it, huh.

:)

[MountainFlower]

prayers continue for healing and renewed strength!

[MindBender26]

>>>>Vote for my German Shepherds!!!! They’re smarter than what’s running

My cat is smarter than any German Sheperd.

No one was ever able to convince 8 cats to go out in the snow barefoot and pull a sled!

:`)

[Kurt Evans]

Looks like I made it through the surgery OK, bad leg is gone. So far, so good.

And my biggest problem is unreasonable Free Republic mods pulling my posts. :-)

Hang tough, Jim.

[Brad’s Gramma]

LOL!!!!!

Well. Well then. :)

[pandoraou812]

Prayers for JIM & his family....Pandy

[Alamo-Girl]

Praise God!!! We are soooo glad to hear from you! Prayers continue...

[nw_arizona_granny]

It is good to see a post with the name “Jim Robinson” on it, prayers are still going up for a speedy recovery.

Ping for the others, on the latest Jim Robinson news.

[Theo]

Jim — I’m but one who’s prayed for you. Though the surgery was a success, and the source of a lot of pain is gone, I am sorry for the loss of your leg. I suppose you do have some new insight now into what some of our brave amputee troops are experiencing. May the Lord comfort you and show you how you might use your new status as an amputee as an encouragement to others.

My dad is a physician with the VA. Not a surgeon, but an internist and general practitioner (who’s also been chief of staff, and is board certified in geriatrics and endoscopy). My dad is an awesome physician — puts patients first and bureaucracy second. If you’ve got folks like my dad caring for you, you *are* in good hands.

Bless you, Jim. Please know that you’ve blessed me, and thousands of others.

[Mama_Bear]

God bless both you guys for making the long drive down to FResno to see Jim. You're the best. No doubt Jim was very happy to see you. :-)

If you are going to still be here tomorrow, maybe we can all get together for dinner somewhere, or at least an adult beverage. Not sure when we are going to be coming up, probably late afternoon.

[Mama_Bear]

So very pleased to see a post from you here! Jk and I are hoping to come up tomorrow afternoon, if you are up to receiving visitors. :-)

[Katarina]

Thanks for the update.

Continued prayers for Jim.

[roamer]

are you still here? I found a picture of Jim Robinson and Ann Coulter — you want the link?

[patch789]

prayers for Jim

[JustAmy]

Silly question ..... of course!!!

[roamer]

http://www.freerepublic.com/~salem/

[Fiddlstix]

Sure. That'd be good...
But....
Why not just post it here?

[roamer]

http://www.freerepublic.com/~salem/

I steal graphics off the public board, I feel funny steeling off some ones personnal page.

[Fiddlstix]

Naw. I doubt Salem would mind. Anyway it never hurts to ask.