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.
 

[Miss Didi]

Thanks for all you do, Amy. Wonderful news, Jim...hurry back. We miss you!

[firewalk]

Mr. Robinson,
Prayers for your swift & smooth recovery.

Thank you for having the vision to create FreeRepublic.
You've brought all of these people together.
an inspiring & amazing thing...

[saltnlemons]

Thank God for hearing and answering our Prayers!

Just Amy, Please add me to the ping list for Jim.

Came close to losing my right leg a few years ago.

Hang in there, Jim. Listen to your wife and the Doctors!

[knittnmom]

Thanks for the update. Glad to hear the surgery went well! Prayers continue for uneventful recovery.

[dixiechick2000]

Thank you so much for the update!

Godspeed, JR!

[Guenevere]

God bless....Wonderful news!

[IMissPresidentReagan]

Thank you so much for all the updates! I am so glad to hear the good news. Continued prayers from my family for Jim and his family, loved ones, and friends.

[seekthetruth]

“Thank you for such good news about Jim. It’s funny how we can get so attached to someone we have never met...but it’s clear to me how much Jim has brought into all our lives through Free Republic. What an incredible gift he has so generously given to our entire country! Naturally, it’s easy to pray for him and those who love him, for all good things, for healing, peace, comfort, and smooth recovery. Thanks be to God for keeping all the Robinsons close, and safe in His Hands.”

Ditto! God Bless Jim and his family.

[Inspectorette]

BG, thank you for the update. Praise God that Jim is doing so well.

Jim, are you clamoring for your laptop yet ;-)

[Aloysius88]

Prayers for you recovery. Jesus loves you brother.

[MinuteGal]

I had a touching email yesterday from a navy vet in my Florida hamlet who is a conservative cyber friend and an FR lurker:

"It will be 23 years for me in a wheel chair with MS. My wife and I will include Mr. Robinson in our rosary at night. I am also going to 9 A.M. Mass tomorrow. I will pray for him there also."

'Nuff said.

Leni

[4integrity]

Great to hear Jim is doing well after surgery. I continue to pray that God will bless and protect this good man and allow him a complete and quick recovery.

Thank you, Amy, for your updates. God bless your caring heart.

[Dog Gone]

Between Jim’s stubborn nature and all the prayers for him, I have every confidence that he’ll get through this. He has a mighty army of friends, and that says a lot about the man.

[hiredhand]

Good news! I’ll keep Jim in my prayers. :-)

[Grampa Dave]

Good news Amy.

Give Jim our best and prayers continue for Jim and the rest of his family.

[4integrity]

‘It’s funny how we can get so attached to someone we have never met...but it’s clear to me how much Jim has brought into all our lives through Free Republic. What an incredible gift he has so generously given to our entire country!’

For a long time, I’ve wanted to express my gratitude to Jim Robinson for the enormous gift of FreeRepublic, but, I couldn’t find the right words. You have. Thank you for your post which expresses exactly how I feel. I hope you will allow me to share in your sentiments about Jim and the gift he has given to so many of us who don’t, personally, know him.
God bless Jim and all good, patriotic Freepers.

[grellis]

I know many of you are on multiple ping lists and have probably already seen the good news, but I wanted to be sure everyone was aware of the latest (see #991 for the good news).

Amy, I can't thank you enough for all your work in keeping us informed. Take a bow!

Mr. Robinson, sir, I will continue to pray for a quick and uneventful recovery for you. I could try to express to you how much being a member of your forum, your extended family, has meant to me over the years, but the words all seem inadequate. I'll keep it simple, instead: Thank you, and God bless you.

[JustAmy]

Thank you for your prayers.

Got you added. ;^ )

[SwinneySwitch]

Hallelujah!

Amputee runner wins right to try for Olympic spot

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/front/5785058.html

[MeanWestTexan]

Thank you, God.

Further prayers for a speedy recovery & aid in dealing with the leg.