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.
 

[fanfan]

LOL!

Only a bunch of FReepers, all trying to do the right thing, could have so much fun buying a chef’s salad.

You folks are great!

[fanfan]

No, no....LOL!

It’s OK, I’m sure he’s heard more about salad in the past couple of days than he ever imagined he would!

Poor guy!

[Mama_Bear]

Only a bunch of FReepers, all trying to do the right thing, could have so much fun buying a chef’s salad.

LOL. Ain't that the truth?! ;-)

[JustAmy]

LOL

FReepers have fun anytime at least two get together. ;^ )

[Freedom2specul8]

Thank you for the pings....~!

[fanfan]

True!

[Mama_Bear]

Apparently Jim now has "twinkles" in his eyes and I guess those will have to be removed sometime soon too.

LOL! ;-)

[ellery]

Many thanks for the pings and updates — so very happy to hear how well Jim’s doing!

[Mama_Bear]

Thank you to all who replied to my update post.

I feel blessed to be close enough to go and visit Jim. I know many of you would like to visit him but are too far away.

It was my pleasure to be able to go in your place and then be able to bring you such a good report.

Prayers continuing for our leader and friend!

[Brad’s Gramma]

You’re so sweet....thank YOU!!

Can you imagine if we ALL tried to converge on that hospital at once? EEEEEEEEEEK! :)

[Exit148]

Do the nurses and doctors KNOW who is in their midst??

[Mama_Bear]

Can you imagine if we ALL tried to converge on that hospital at once? EEEEEEEEEEK! :)

LOL. I was thinking exactly the same thing....a parade of hundreds of FReepers trooping through his room to wish him well. What a sight that would be!!

But, in a way, that is exactly what this thread is; a parade of hundreds of FReepers coming through to express their love and concern and prayers and best wishes.

Jim, is your monitor acting up again? ;-)

[Exit148]

Or if they didn’t know before, they MUST know now!

[Mama_Bear]

Do the nurses and doctors KNOW who is in their midst??

You know, I wondered the same thing.

They are used to treating heroes and patriots there at the VA hospital, every veteran who comes through their door is a hero IMO, but I do wonder if they know just exactly who Jim is and how special he is to so many here at this website and so many who are involved in preserving conservative values in this country. Maybe the flowers from Ann Coulter and Melanie Morgan gave them a clue. ;-)

[potlatch]

Thank YOU, Mama_Bear!

[Mama_Bear]

I just went to your profile page. What a kick!! I'm probably the last one on FR to see it. I don't get out much. LOL.

Did you create those animations? Great job! If you didn't, you've still done a great job compiling them.

[roamer]

Thank you for your update. Wow!!, is all I can say.

[roamer]

That was nice of Ann Coulter, and thanks for the story behind the picture.

[potlatch]

[I just went to your profile page. What a kick!!]

Thank you. Yes, most of them I created, just as I do my political gifs. I have about 24 webpages linked there too.

That’s what I love to do and Free Republic gives me the the perfect ‘display spot’, thanks to JimRob!

[Mama_Bear]

Thank you. Yes, most of them I created, just as I do my political gifs. I have about 24 webpages linked there too.

Wow. I am seriously impressed.

I create graphics too, but animations are not my thing. I tried making them in photoshop and got really frustrated. I did make a couple that turned out pretty good, but they took me hours and hours of trial and error. I will stick with jpg's, and leave the gif's to people with more patience. ;-)