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.
 

[Brad’s Gramma]

As the Man Said! KEEP PRAYING! :) THANK YOU LORD!!!

[jaycee]

Thank you so much for this wonderful update on Jim! We will keep him in our prayers~~~~

[I got the rope]

Hang in there Jim!

[calcowgirl]

Ping list A thru B will not post.

Are you logged in? ;-)

[Brad’s Gramma]

BWWWWWWWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!

[JustAmy]

LOL

I must not be.

[Judith Anne]

What wonderful news we’re getting. Thanks be to God!

After Rob died last year, the great community at Free Republic helped me through some very long nights; FReeper humor is the greatest, FReeper lore is wonderful, FReeper arguments are thrilling, FReeper politics are inspiring.

Okay, this is babbling. I didn’t mean to, I’m just so glad, so happy to hear how well things are going. Jim, Sheila, I sure hope and pray you are back at home soon, living m/l normal lives again. God bless you, #1 FReeper, and all those you love.

[gidget7]

Thanks for posting that picture!

Jim, our continued prayers are with you, and now, happily, for a speedy recovery. God Bless all those who helped to get our founder back on the mend. A great big hug for all of you!

[LucyT]

Jim, meant to ping you to 1875. Don’t worry about your hair.

One windy Sunday morning when I went to church, the pastor greeted me at the door, and I said, “Oh, all that wind! My hair must be a mess.”

He paused, looked at me and said, “I never can tell.” lol.

[calcowgirl]

Sorry, I couldn’t resist! LOL

I mean, other than tellin’ Amy what a fabulous job she was doin’ and all,
it was the first thing that came to mind!

;-)

[Brad’s Gramma]

That's OK! I noticed that she had some POSTS pulled, too! Tsk tsk tsk.

:)

[Walkenfree]

Thankful to hear you are on the mend! Continued prayers
for you & yours.

[jaycee]

Amy, I am enjoying reading these latest updates. What a wonderful job you have done! Thanks to you and anyone else who has helped!....Jim seems to be doing very well so soon after his surgery! (((Hugs)))

[The Mayor]

Can’t ask for better on site reporting than this... Thank you all for doing this for us. God Bless.

[SouthTexas]

Great news, prayers continuing from south Texas.

[grame]

God’s ears have been pretty busy listening to all these prayers. What an impact you have had and still will have.

PTL for answered prayers

[grame]

God’s ears have been pretty busy listening to all these prayers. What an impact you have had and still will have.

PTL for answered prayers

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

Wow - thanks for the pictures - and the “proof” that some wanted....ha! Take THAT any skeptics out there.....

Even more thanks for the reports.....many shouts of thanksgiving and praise going up to our God for hearing and answering our prayers - and for being with JimRob moment by moment as he heals. Will continue to lift him up to the throne of grace in prayer with thanksgiving, not being anxious about anything, but in everything, letting these requests be made known unto God so that His continued PEACE can keep Jim’s heart and mind and body every day.

[big'ol_freeper]

You said: Keep praying .... it’s working!!!

WILCO with pleasure!!

Glad to hear Jim continues to make progress.

[kaycee]

So glad to hear that Jim is doing well. I was gone almost all of the past week, so didn’t know about what was happening.

Hi Jim:
Remember long ago and far away...the excitement of the WW Bulletin Board on Prodigy?
All good thoughts to you for a successful recovery.
Warmest regards, Kaycee