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.
 

[M0sby]

WOW!
That’s the BEST BEST BEST NEWS!
HOORAY!

STill praying here!

[JustAmy]

Thank you for your prayers.

I have added you to my list.

Thanks.

[JustAmy]

Thank you for your prayers.

I have added you to my Jim List.

Thanks.

[Arrowhead1952]

Thanks for the update.

[conservatism_IS_compassion]

Power in prayer Bump.

[notpoliticallycorewrecked]

ok everyone

I just finished printing out this thread to go to Jim. So anything after this point hasn’t been received by Jim Robinson.

Mama Bear, perhaps you can print off more posts when you go to see Jim on Sunday.

NPC

[roamer]

Yes, so do I. But I do love it when we have clouds like that in the Central Valley.  It is unusual to have any kind of weather here.  Storm clouds are always a pleasant change from the norm. :-)

I have heard that it is very, very warm in your area.  I live in Contra Costa County, I have heard that your area is a lot warmer than ours.  I like San Francisco/ bay area weather, but I really wouldn't want to live there at this time.  I'm sure that all my relatives are turning over in the grave *s*.

[Mama_Bear]

Mama Bear, perhaps you can print off more posts when you go to see Jim on Sunday.

Will do. :-)

Please give him our best when you see him.

[SunkenCiv]

Great news! Thanks grellis, and well said.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/2016095/posts?page=1237#1237

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/2016095/posts?page=991#991
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/2016095/posts?page=1259#1259

[Bigg Red]

Glad to hear he has such a good attitude.

Prayers continue. Thank you for the update.

Hang in there, Jim. You’ve got us and God on your side.

[Brad’s Gramma]

I KNOW you've been pinged two million times....but THIS IS GREAT NEWS!!!

THANK YOU LORD!!! Please continue to heal Jim...and thank you for all you're doing for he and his family. May MANY people come to know You through this...In Your Name, AMEN!

[sfimom]

I am so terribly late to the thread but prayers and best wishes sent in abundance!!

[Joy Angela]

Keep eating, Jim! :)

You need to be strong!!!

May God be with you ALWAYS!

[LadyPilgrim]

Hallelujah to the Lord!
Thank you dear one for this good report.
I wish to hear more soon!
God bless Jim and his family and FR!!!

LP

[Mama_Bear]

Yes, it gets pretty warm here. It's supposed to get up to 101 today, tomorrow, and Sunday. But I love the summers here. If you live in this valley long enough you become acclimated to the dry heat. I am freezing cold ALL winter and praying for summer to come. Of course, much over 100 degrees, and even I start feeling too warm. ;-)

BTW, as far as SF goes, I have lived in harsh winter areas, but I have NEVER been so cold as I was one day in July (I think) at Ghirardelli Square. The wind coming off the water was bone-chilling cold. :-(

[Dante3]

Thanks for the update. Prayers for Jim’s recovery.

[firewalk]

(:
& Bttt

[exit82]

Great news!

Someone give that man lunch and a laptop!!

Wonderful to hear that Jim slept well and the constant pain seems to have subsided.

[trussell]

A hungry man is a strong man!

He Jim...remember the barbecued chicken breasts, barbecued baked beans and potato salad dinner in Colorado? If you ever make it up to Minnesota, I'll promise you another homemade meal just as good or better!

We can go to the range and shoot too...my treat! I'll bet EGPWS would be happy to meet you and might be willing to let you shoot his "tool of self-defense"!

[#1CTYankee]

Prayers for Jim..

I checked for an update and you came through!