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.
 

[MEG33]

Amen
Lord, Hear our prayers

[firewalk]

taking a seat in the extended waiting room here in NJ...
Prayers for Jim Robinson

[Quix]

Thanks Big.

And God’s peace and energy also to all those around JimRob caring and working in his behalf.

Thanks soooooooooooo much for all you do, Amy.

The operation should be over for him soonish, I’d think. How long did they project for it?

[Enterprise]

My prayers also. Still, I’m worried.

[Lady Jag]

Amen.

[jaycee]

Our Heavenly Father, we are asking You today to be with our friend, Jim, stay close to him, Lord and protect him. Please lead and guide the doctors who will be performing the surgery and we ask that Jim be restored to good health soon. Thank you, Dear Lord, for your daily blessings for each of us. We will give You all the Praise for being by Jim's side today. We do ask these things in your name, Lord Jesus....Amen.

[firewalk]

Amen

[El Cid]

Prayers for Jim.

Our lives are all tainted by the 'thorns and thistles' that came from the Fall - but through the pain and sorrows our Loving God did not leave us. He's given us Hope, and a Saviour.
Whatever storms we encounter, we know that HE is there. HE who arose and rebuked the wind, and spoke onto the raging sea: "Peace be Still" - is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Let HIM speak onto our worried hearts, "Peace be Still".

We pray the Good LORD, our Great Physician, will guide the hands of Jim's doctors, and that HE will provide healing, recuperation, and peace.

Jeremiah 32:17 Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee

[trussell]

Poem to remind us who is in control

As children bring their broken toys
with tears for us to mend,
I brought my broken dreams to God
Because he was my friend

But then instead of leaving him
in peace to work alone,
I hung around and tried to help
with ways there were my own

At last I snatched them back and cried
how could you be so slow?
My child, he said, what could I do
you never did let go!
...Author unknown

[tubebender]

We continue our Prayers for Jim and his family and surgeons...

[fight_truth_decay]

Jim Robinson YOU ARE A GREAT AMERICAN, A FIGHTER or we would not all be gathered together under the same roof of FreeRepublic almost and/or every day.

You know how HUGE that is??? ALL you are accomplishing at FR? Very Huge. HUGE JIM!!!

So accomplish what you have to do now,
AND TELL THEM
"YOU HAVE PEOPLE!"

HURRY BACK, JIM ROBINSON, YOU HAVE WORK TO DO!!
(Some of these people are slacking off! Won't name any names but...............just kiddin'!)

"PINGS MY 3 PEOPLE"

[Fawnn]

Amen.

[JustAmy]

Suppose to last a couple of hours.

I don’t know if Sheila meant in recovery or out of recovery when she told me it would be around noon.

[xJones]

I join in prayers with everyone here for a most successful surgery and a complete recovery with no pain for Jim Robinson, in the Name of Jesus.

Jim is amazing, he's never let his physical condition get him down, he's both the Energizer Bunny and the soul of FR. God bless and take care of Jim and Sheila Robinson.

[Kitty Mittens]

Amen, my Sister in Christ, and my Heart is Praying for Jim Continually.

Our Loving Savior, we Lift Your Servant to You, Asking for an Outpouring of Mercies and Grace. Please Fill Jim's Surgeon and All who Minister to him with the Mind of Christ, that All Things will be Done in the Power of the King. May All the Insight and Enablements of Heaven be theirs. Be Glorified in our Midst, our Holy and Wonderful Lord.

Please Bring Heaven's Comfort to Jim's Family, through Your Name. May Your Presence and Peace Overflow and Fill their Hearts. We Worship You, our Abba, and Thank You for Your Help and Strength.

We Ask, our Shepherd, for Your Lovingkindness to Surround Your Servant. Please Envelope him in Your Embrace of Grace. We Ask that Every Trace of Infection will be Healed. Please Restore Your Son Jim to Good Health, Faithful God. We Love You for Your Heart of Mercy, our Compassionate King. Thank You for Your Tender Care and Your Everlasting Love.

Please Restore Jim to us Soon, O God of Eternal Grace. Thank You for Hearing us, as we Pray in Jesus' Name, for Your Excellent Praise, amen.

[MEG33]

AMEN!

[JustAmy]

Yes ... it is a worrisome time.

I’m praying that Jim went into surgery without a lot of worry.

The decision was very difficult for him. He finally made the decision either Tuesday night or Wednesday morning.

He told me that he, Sheila and Chris discussed it before the decision was made.

[SunkenCiv]

thanks JustAmy (and all).

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

[Rushmore Rocks]

Continued prayers for Jim and his family.

[xJones]

Still, I’m worried.

JR's been through so many hard situations and he always come through. He's tough, he's a survivor and a half, and he'll be back with us as soon as he can reach a keyboard. God blessed the man with an indomitable spirit. Things that would have discouraged or killed anybody else have never gotten him down.