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.
 

[JustAmy]

Great ..... I just can’t always find it.

;^ )

[JustAmy]

No problem, Syncro.

I just wanted to make sure that Jim got his salad.

Thank you for taking care of that.

Fanfan ... thank you for sending the salad.

[jaycee]

Thank you, Mama Bear for your excellent report! The pictures are wonderful...flowers, the hospital, all turned out great! I know you were glad to see Jim and I bet he was thrilled to see you all! Good report! So happy Jim is making such good progress!

[Elle Bee]

thanks

I love the thought of now praying for swift recovery

.

[Gondring]

One of those hard-to-get-going Monday mornings...and then I saw this update and it just really brought my spirits up. SO glad you’re recovering well, Jim! And thank you, Mama_Bear, for the wonderful update of that great news!

[Miss Didi]

What a lovely, lovely post...thank you for sharing such great news and fabulous pics! You are in our thoughts and prayers, Jim...we can't wait until you're back home with us all.

[Lillee]

Thank you for the update on Jim and the photos. I’m so glad that he doesn’t have any pain.

[NonValueAdded]

thank you for the update and the pictures. Prayers for continued healing.

[trisham]

Thanks so much for the update and photos! Continuing prayers, with gratitude for such good news.

[trisham]

Thanks for the ping! I can’t tell you how happy I am.

[PigRigger]

Thanks for the update....very good news in deed...

[stevio]

God bless him and again, thanks for the updates.

[wagglebee]

More great news about Jim Robinson. Be sure to check out Mama_Bear’s wonderful pictures at post #1878!

Thanks for all the continuing prayers.

God Bless

[CholeraJoe]

Great pics, MB. Best wishes and prayers for Jim’s continued recovery.

[Exit148]

You are in my prayers, too, LIR. If your ears start ringing at night -— it is just me and a lot of other Freepers, too!

[daisyscarlett]

Thanks so much to you all for the photos and reports. Jim has been in my prayers and will continue to be so as long as he needs them.

Amy, "our" flowers are beautiful and Lori, the photos of the VA are great, as your photos always are! Syncro, you are indeed a good buddy and I liked your photos, too.

[Exit148]

Yes! Thanks for the pictures, MB! “Seeing” where JimRob is is better than ‘thinking; where he is!! Looks like a great hospital.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Miss Daisy.

Jim is doing great and his spirits are high. The FReeper prayers are the reason for both.

Thank you for your prayers.

[tgslTakoma]

No, Buford. Twinkles are a good thing, and should not be removed. They indicate happiness, good humor, a love of life, God, family, country... It's what separates us from the 'Rats.

It's great to hear that Jim is well on the road to recovery from his surgery, and I will be very happy to see him posting here again. Even if it's to tell me to "knock it off."

;-)

[BufordP]

WHAT?! What about these twinkle specks I bought just the other day? Guaranteed to keep the twinkles out?