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.
 

[Syncro]

I just got an email from Move America Forward Executive Director, Catherine Moy, and here is the content:

Syncro,
Please give Jim all of our love from MAF. This is so sad. He is a tough man and the Lord will bring him through. I will be on my knees in prayer for him.

Love,
Cat

She's a writer, so I had to do a little editing...

[Churchillspirit]

You are in my prayers, Jim.

We miss you at FR - get back to us soon.

[kitkat]

Prayers still going on for you, Jim. We won’t stop until you’re well.

[CholeraJoe]

Prayers offered for Jim.

[Lady Jag]

Hear our prayers.

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.

[75thOVI]

Thank you so much for FreeRepublic. Sometimes the Freeper family can be just as frustrating as my real family, but I just a proud to be a part. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Rick Nigh

[75thOVI]

Thank you so much for FreeRepublic. Sometimes the Freeper family can be just as frustrating as my real family, but I just a proud to be a part. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Rick Nigh

[OrioleFan]

Jim, you are in our thoughts and prayers here in Beavercreek, Ohio.

[fatima]

This is so true Lady Jag.
O holy Father, heavenly Physician of our souls and bodies, who have sent Your Only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ to heal all our ailments and deliver us from death: visit and heal Your servant Jim., granting him release from pain and restoration to health and vigor, that he may give thanks unto You and bless Your Holy Name, of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit: now and ever, and unto ages of ages. Amen.

[Red Steel]

Best of luck Jim. Come through for us we need you at FR.

[hoagy62]

Dear Lord,

I’m not perfect, and You know that full well. Even so, I bring my broken and humble request to You on behalf of someone I’ve never met, Jim Robinson.

Please help him as he recovers from his surgery today. Please help those assigned to care for him to be attentive, thoughtful, and compassionate in their duties. Please grant his family a measure of peace and freedom from worry, please help us to have faith that You will take care of this as You take care of all things.

You are perfect, merciful, and gracious, Father. I thank You for the answer to this prayer.

In the Name of the Lord Jesus,
Amen.

[Palladin]

Amen to fatima’s beautiful prayer.

May the Lord give all the healing necessary, and then some. May the Holy Spirit counsel, inspire, and advise Jim and his whole family. May God the Father look upon his son, Jim, with great kindness and love, and grant everything he wants or needs at this time.

Amen.

[Purrcival]

Prayers up for Jim. Haven’t been through the whole thread. What was the decision about his leg?

[Joe 6-pack]

Prayers on the way, Jim!! Hang in there.

J6P

[atruelady]

Jim, atruelady is back! Thank you for your prayers and it is my pleasure to lift you up to our Father in Heaven and let Him carry you every step of the way through this. Plus, you have the added bonus of everyone here at FR wanting nothing but the best. God Bless. I will continue to pray for you and your family. God is great. I am a walking miracle so I know it to be true!

[notpoliticallycorewrecked]

They are amputating his left leg today. We are still waiting to hear that he is in recovery. If they started the surgery at 9 like they were suppose to, we should be hearing any minute now.

[Palladin]

That is such a great photo of Jim! He’s a handsome guy.

[fatima]

Amen to that.Nice to see you here Palladin(((Hugs)))

[pandoraou812]

Praying for Jim.

[JustAmy]

I’ve added several names to the Jim Ping List, but I’m still working on it.

Now for an UPDATE .....

Jim’s brother just called. Jim asked him to let me know that the surgery has been postponed until 2:00. This day just got longer.

Jim was on the speaker phone so I told him that the entire world is praying for him.

Jim was worried about me ... can you believe that? He was afraid that I might have gone to the hospital and be waiting for him to come out of surgery. Man ... I should have gone up there.

I told Sheila and also Jim that I have to be at school for Marissa at 2:00. I gave Sheila my cell phone number.

Lori ..... if I get a call while away from my computer, I will give you a call so you can post an update.

Jim’s brother said Jim was having some pain so they just gave him another shot.

Thank you for your continued prayers.