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.
 

[Admin Moderator]

Thanks for the update! Prayers up! I’ll update the header.

[big'ol_freeper]

Thanks for the update and for letting us know where to focus prayers.

[bannie]

I wonder what’s causing the stomach problem.

[Brad’s Gramma]

An update on Jim, with request for prayer for his upset tummy!!!!!

THANKS, notpoliticallycorewrecked, for the update!!!!! You guys & gals all rock...

[notpoliticallycorewrecked]

Jim theory is that he had a major physical therapy session this morning. I am thinking that it is the antibiotics. There are several that can cause an upset tummy.

[Maigrey]

Let’s hope the hospital doesn’t charge for 2 beds!!!!! But Kudos for Makin’ it happen!

[JustAmy]

Yep .... Da Man is doing great!!!

[Syncro]

Jim says Howdy!!

This morning he went to Physical Therapy and did real well.

He can now transfer himself from his chair to anything the same height; his recliner or his bed, etc.

He had quite a few visitors today. His brother, his sister, JustAmy, Prissy Missy and notpoliticallycorewrecked.

And that Dr. Zoo's been hanging around too.

He also received some great flower and fruit arrangements.

The South Jersey Freepers:

Also received was a fantastic Fruit Basket, arranged like flowers!

From the Takoma Family.

Here is a picture of the beautiful miniature roses that Ann Coulter sent.

Jim and I counted them. We used our fingers and toes, I counted up to 20, then Jim continued and got up to 35 and there were still more!

That lovely basket of fruit in the lower corner of some of the pictures was brought by Jim's sister. It contains peaches, tomatoes and oranges.

Sorry about the poor quality of some (all?) of the pictures

jkphoto has given me lots of tips, but I never listen...

[bannie]

Thank you...that makes sense. It can get into a spiral: Needs food with his meds, but can’t keep food down to take his meds.

I hope he has The Most Amazing Doctors In The World!

[woofie]

Jim

Get outa da hospital soon

All the best

[Admin Moderator]

Thanks for the GREAT PICS!

[bd476]

Thank you for visiting Jim and for your update, Notpoliticallycorewrecked. Prayers for Jim to have relief from his stomach upset and also continuing for Jim's complete and speedy recovery.

Notpoliticallycorewrecked wrote: "...So right now he is alone in that room..."

Jim has a room full of FReeper's prayers in that room so he really isn't alone. Imagine how noisy it would be in that room if Free Republic had audio.

[Mama_Bear]

Wow! Thanks Syncro. Grate report, grate photos! (I love that eagle tray, I have one just like it!!) :-)

Lots more gorgeous flowers have arrived since we were there. Beautiful!

Jim, looks like you got the shave you were wanting yesterday - and just in time for all your visitors today. Lookin' good, guy! :-)

[Mama_Bear]

jkphoto has given me lots of tips, but I never listen...

Poor guy. You don't listen to him either? ;-)

[bd476]

Jim looks great and those are beautiful photos, Syncro! Thank you so much for taking them. Wish we could be there, too.

[notpoliticallycorewrecked]

Jim has a room full of FReeper's prayers in that room so he really isn't alone.

Good point, I tell ya, you can't put anything over these Freepers. What I am hoping is that the staff sees that Jim has so many visitors that it isn't a good idea to put another patient in that other bed.

[bd476]

notpoliticallycorewrecked wrote: "Good point, I tell ya, you can't put anything over these Freepers. What I am hoping is that the staff sees that Jim has so many visitors that it isn't a good idea to put another patient in that other bed."

LOL!

[Lijahsbubbe]

Thank you so much for sharing those pictures. It was so kind of Jim to let us share those. I pray that Jim gets stronger every day.

Abby

[Fiddlstix]

notpoliticallycorewrecked: Thank you very much. Any news about Jim is appreciated by all, to be sure.

Amy: Thank you and bless you.

Syncro: Wonderful pictures. Thank you for posting them.

Jim: God be with you. Hope to see you back online soon.

[Brad’s Gramma]

You go JIM! Lookin’ GREAT!

Sync...THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK you!!!!