Prayers for Jim Robinson

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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Prayers for Jim and family.

1,141 posted on 05/15/2008 9:27:39 PM PDT by Colorado Buckeye (It's the culture stupid!)

To: SandRat; Jim Robinson

Wonderful News.
Praise the Lord.
Prayers sent for a speedy and complete recovery.

1,142 posted on 05/15/2008 9:30:02 PM PDT by Mrs.Nooseman (Proudly supporting our Troops and Allies!!!!)

Praise the Lord!!

Thank you, Dubya.

1,143 posted on 05/15/2008 9:34:25 PM PDT by JustAmy (I wear red every Friday, but I support our Military everyday!!)

Hallelujah!! Happy dance time!

1,144 posted on 05/15/2008 9:41:06 PM PDT by abigailsmybaby (I was born with nothing. So far I have most of it left.)

Thank you for the second picture — I favor the first picture — he is smiling, the weather is nicer. (imo)

1,145 posted on 05/15/2008 9:41:46 PM PDT by roamer (Â† Jesus, I trust in You. Â†)

To: Mama_Bear; Syncro; Brad's Gramma; trussell; WVNan; Kitty Mittens; MEG33; DollyCali; Fawnn; ...

I had hoped to thank each of you for your prayers and concern for Jim.

The thread has gotten away from me, so I will just say a BIG Thank You.

Your prayers mean so much to Sheila, John and Chris. They also mean a lot to Jim's FResno FReeper Family.

I hope to get some info in the AM so I can let you know how Jim did his first night.

Then tomorrow afternoon, I'm planning to go for a short visit.

If you are not on my ping list and would like to be, please FReepmail me.

Thank you again.

1,146 posted on 05/15/2008 9:42:10 PM PDT by JustAmy (I wear red every Friday, but I support our Military everyday!!)

That is good news! Thanks for the heads up, nutmeg.

1,147 posted on 05/15/2008 9:43:48 PM PDT by stanz (Those who don't believe in evolution should go jump off the flat edge of the Earth.)

To: Brad's Gramma

Thanks for the ping. This is great news!

1,148 posted on 05/15/2008 9:44:27 PM PDT by stanz (Those who don't believe in evolution should go jump off the flat edge of the Earth.)

You’ve done a great job and kept the prayers going too! Thank you.

1,149 posted on 05/15/2008 9:44:49 PM PDT by potlatch

Good night Amy.

Thank you for all your work today.

1,150 posted on 05/15/2008 9:46:55 PM PDT by roamer (Â† Jesus, I trust in You. Â†)

Thanks for the ping!
Continuing to pray for Jim and his family during this time.

1,151 posted on 05/15/2008 9:51:28 PM PDT by Wandaroos

Thank you for passing on the information. We do appreciate it so much.

1,152 posted on 05/15/2008 9:54:33 PM PDT by writer33 (The U.S. Constitution defines a conservative and Rush Limbaugh knows it.)

Prayers up for JimRob even from posters at other sites I communicate with. Thank God for todays success, and now good night. I’m not going to let Jim be the only one getting a good nights rest.

I’ll send off another prayer when I get up tomorrow and check back in again throughout the day.

1,153 posted on 05/15/2008 9:59:04 PM PDT by rockinqsranch (Dems, Libs, Socialists...call 'em what you will...They ALL have fairies livin' in their trees.)

Excellent Thank You JustAmy. I will keep on praying and look forward to your update tomorrow.

1,154 posted on 05/15/2008 9:59:51 PM PDT by amom (Proud Blue Star mom of a US soldier in Sadr)

Years ago a very good friend lost both his legs to diabetes. In fairly short order he was walking again on prosthetics, and surprisingly soon without even a cane, going up and down stairs with more ease than me (with my new bifocals).

My grandmother has a friend that was a liberal professor. He divorced his wife and left her and the kids. Then the diabetes started. He had his legs amputated ... then remarried his wife, started running, became the best grandfather, and became flaming right-winger and caring individual.

Can Jim become more right wing?

1,155 posted on 05/15/2008 10:00:35 PM PDT by lkco (Go Dino!)

Great News and God Bless Jim.
Prayers incoming.

1,156 posted on 05/15/2008 10:04:28 PM PDT by acapesket

"John Robinson called to tell me his Dad was out of surgery and everything went well."

Glad tidings, Benedictus es Domine Deus patrum nostrorum.

We shall take our leave. Peace be with you.

Beauseant!

1,157 posted on 05/15/2008 10:06:58 PM PDT by Lancelot Jones (Non nobis, Domine, non nobis, sed nomini tuo da gloriam.)

Good news and continued prayers for a speedy recovery.

1,158 posted on 05/15/2008 10:10:24 PM PDT by Mustng959

To: JustAmy; pandoraou812

Outstanding! So glad to hear that.

May his recovery continue with great positivity.

1,159 posted on 05/15/2008 10:13:29 PM PDT by TigersEye (Berlin 1936. Olympics for murdering regimes. Beijing 2008.)

To: JustAmy; Jim Robinson

This DOES sound good! On the road to recovery! Rest, Jim, and gain back your strength. We will be praying.

1,160 posted on 05/15/2008 10:13:48 PM PDT by Yaelle

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