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.
 

[seekthetruth]

So glad to hear that you talked to Jim and he is doing well. Will keep him in our prayers for a speedy recovery.

[I'm ALL Right!]

Praise God! I got on just to check and see if there was any word. I’ll continue to pray for JimRob’s recovery. Here’s to your good health, Jim!

[gonzo]

Prayers along for our friend, Jim .......... God Bless

[I'm ALL Right!]

See post #991

[The Mayor]

Wonderful! Great News.

[Fiddlstix]

Amy: Thank you for the report!
WooHoo!!

Great News!!

Jim: Hope you'll be home soon!

[Kathy in Alaska]

wh!!

Step 1.....success!!
Prayers continue for the next step.

[Chesterbelloc]

I’m so glad to hear that everything went well! My wife and I brought our 8 year-old down to Fresno today at 3 pm to get his leg brace refitted and the office was near Cedar and Shields and I thought of Jim since he was just around the corner. I mentioned to my wife that he should be out of surgery because last I had read it was in the morning. Continued prayers that him will be out soon and feeling much better. I don’t post much here, but I read every day.

[Kitty Mittens]

Praise God that Jim Made it through the Surgery Well, and has a Good Appetite; Now, the Healing Begins, and the Prayers Continue! May the Coming Days See Great Improvement in his Health.

Thank you for Keeping us Updated, Dear Amy; God Bless you for your Caring and Loving Heart.

Thank You for Your Mercies to Jim, O Faithful God!

[aposiopetic]

AMEN!!!!

[Obadiah]

Thanks for the ping. Good news.

[mystery-ak]

Another update...thanks...I will post it at gopachy...prayers are working!

[Brad’s Gramma]

THANK YOU LORD!!! Pings to y'all for a GREAT update!!!

[Ditter]

Prayers said for Jim’s recovery.

[xJones]

Happy happy happy, sing the happy song! Praise God for Jim Robinson’s full recovery now!

[Saundra Duffy]

God is good . . . all the time.

[Brad’s Gramma]

Hey! YOU BEAT me to the thread?

:)
:)

[SnarlinCubBear]

Praying for you Jim.

For a man I never met personally, you mean all the world to me. You are a Great American.
ZULU
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I couldn’t have said it better.

We stand with you Jim.

Snarly

[Jean S]

Thank so much for the update. It’s great to hear that he has an appetite already!

[Allegra]

Wonderful news!

Prayers will continue, but I'm so glad to hear that Jim is in good spirits.