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.
 

[mkjessup]

AMEN! That is WONDERFUL news!

Thanks for the update, tell Jim not to press too much iron and embarrass any of those young bucks! ;)

[Sue Perkick]

It’s great to hear things are going so well! Thanks & still praying!

[Fiddlstix]

Your new update posted:

Click Here for Latest Update

Thank you

[DollyCali]

thanks for your updates

prayers continue for “the man”

WVNan. love the way you think re: prosthesis providing the strength the legs would not.. no ME thinks the upper leg & hip are also affected. Time will tell, but what a wonderful thought

[LucyT]

That's just great news, Jim!

[Syncro]

No, I am at the Free Republic Towers in beautiful Downtown Fresno. I left the hospital at about 12:30 AM when the Late Shift showed up. That would be what I refer to as the "Dynamic Duo", Chris and John Robinson. I have had Dr. Zoo use some of his equipment to transfer some information to you via Psychic Ozmoziz so you can post it.

I noticed some one wanted proof that Jim got flowers from Hot Blonde Conservative Babes, so here are pictures of the cards:

From Melanie Morgan and Jim's other friends at Move America forward:


From Ann Coulter

Ann Coulters exact words when she found out about Jim's condition: OH NO! POOR JIM

From all the Free Republic Members (approximately 285,406)

Some of the equipment at the hospital


Jim in his hospital bed:

OK, that's not from his hospital bed...He was having a bad hair day, so I didn't take his pic from there.

One more thing.

We had Dr. Zoo post for Jim yesterday and I forgot to mention something.

Right after that post, Jim was going to read the thread for a while.

Unfortunately at that time the 3 Hot Blonde Nurses came in for his sponge bath, so I left for a while and when I came back Jim read the thread for a while.

He mentioned that it was a little difficult because the screen was a little blurry.

I can tell you that he appreciates this thread immensely, it has a great healing effect on him

[fanfan]

MamaBear and JKphoto are in route to visit and Syncro will also be going back very soon.

Thank you to all of you who are able to be there with Jim and his family.

You represent thousands of FReeper hearts.

BTW Just Amy, does Jim like salad? I'm still buying. ;-)

Thanks Amy and Fiddlstix for posting these updates.

[Admin Moderator]

GREAT NEWS! Thanks for the update! PRAYERS UP BUMP!

[GeronL]

I haven’t been to FR much for a while but prayers for JimRob. The man who changed the world with this forum!!

[Fiddlstix]

Always happy to be of help if I can.

The credit goes to Amy. She's the "news reporter" for all these updates.

All I've done is hit the "post" button a couple of times to help her.

[bannie]

Jim has particularly friendly eyes. I bet that's so he can sneek up on the liberals without bein' noticed.

GOD BLESS JIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's a good day for America!

[JustAmy]

Yes ... I’m going to see him tomorrow. I will ask him if he is ready for his salad.

I told him you are going to buy him a salad.

[roamer]

Thank You Fiddlstix.

[alpha-8-25-02]

PRAISE THE LORD AND PASS THE AMMUNITION!

PRAYERS UP AND DOWNRANGE!

HEAL WELL J.R.!

[fanfan]

That’s so cool.

Thanks Amy.

I’m glad you got your computer fixed.

*HUG*

[SeaBiscuit]

Thank you. Good stuff, very glad to hear Jim is doing better. Prayers continued..

[firewalk]

Thank you so much for the updates (:
I'm very happy to hear that recovery is going well.
Continued Prayers
& Bttt

[Marcella]

I didn’t know this was happening. Prayers from me going up in Texas. Jim’s life is precious.