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.
 

[JustAmy]

Thank you for joining in the prayers for Jim.

I appreciate your prayers.

[blogOps]

Get well soon. Godspeed.

[Billthedrill]

Maybe so. It would be a good time for it. I don’t think the door was ever as shut as most of us thought it was. This can be a funny place.

[traviskicks]

Best Wishes, FRiend.

[blackbart.223]

I didn’t know this was happining till tonight. Good luck to Jim and God bless him.

[rockinqsranch]

Thanks for the update Amy. Prayers continue.

[MarineBrat]

Prayers for you Jim! I wish I had the chance to run into you back when the travelling Vietnam Memorial was up in Fresno! Next time...

God Bless and keep you near.

MarineBrat

[JustAmy]

Today I told Jim that I had told someone (I can’t remember who) that Jim was a strong-willed person. He laughed so then I told him “At least I didn’t tell them that you are as stubborn as a damn mule.” He had a big laugh and told me not to be giving away his secrets.

He was pretty upbeat if we talked about something other than the upcoming surgery.

[L.N. Smithee]

Pulling hard for you, Jim. You’ve beaten long odds so many times.

[Billthedrill]

We’re all sincerely grateful for the updates. Stubborn? Jim? (Looking over shoulder for the Clouds Of Zot) Nahhhh... ;-)

[It's me]

Prayers for Jim, his family and a very successful surgery.

[Brad’s Gramma]

Reading this thread, and the other one....I am SO proud of this family of Freepers ....Jim’s done a MIGHTY thing here, hasn’t he?

Thank you ALL for praying...for passing on these requests to your churches, prayer groups, etc..

[txhurl]

Everybody come back.

[Grunthor]

God speed Jim Robinson.

[wardaddy]

I’m sorry to hear this. May God look out for him please.

[JustAmy]

Just received a call from Sheila ....

They will take Jim to surgery at 8:00am. The surgery will probably start about 9:00 and will take a couple of hours. He will probably get into recovery about noon.

She will call me tomorrow after surgery to let me know how it went.

9:00am Fresno time, please join me in prayers.

[blackbart.223]

"((((Hugs))) I knew you would come:)"

It isn't often these days a so called small person makes a large impact or so we are told. Jim Robinson did just that. We on free Republic are quoted in places not thought possible. We will make a difference because of what he has done.

[MarMema]

MANY MANY PRAYERS FROM MY CORNER OF THE WORLD.

[Brad’s Gramma]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/2016095/posts?page=436#436

Logan’s Prayer Warriors....Jim’s surgery is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. PDT...PLEASE join in prayer...

[Ooh-Ah]

Jim—You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.