Personal Inf
6/23/2010 Chemo starting 12:00 Thurday and then Friday also. I will keep you informed.
6/24/2010 Chemo started today she will be in CBCC all afternoon and have a portable feed at night when she is at home, Let us hope and pray that all goes well or is at least tolerable..
6/28/2010 Angie went thru her first Chemo treatment last week Thur,Friday,Sat. Other than being tired all went well. Next up a couple DR visits this week and Chemo next Wed,Thrus,Friday. Angie watched golf all weekend Seniors,PGA,and LPGA that was her sports fix!
6/29/2010 Went to see respitory DR Monday PM, Lung seems ok some noise and a future test to check the lung later. Giants lost and UCLA lost bad sports day for the Queen. Wednesday DR appt at CBCC and some blood tests. I will report the results. HOT HOT HOT is the work in BAKO!
7/2/2010 Pathology was sent off for additional testing, they think the cancer is in the bladder. CBCC is scheduling an appt with a urologist for a possible scoping of the badder. Chemo will continue Wednesday,Thursday,Friday. Hope everyone has a great July 4th.
7/8/2010 2nd round 2nd day of chemo today, Friday Angie will also get another transfusion as her red blood cell count is low again. If you can give blood in her name that would be helpful. Side affects are she is tired and can't taste as well. She also can not drink, touch, or eat anything cold " Neoropothy" she says that it is like needles... Thanks to all who have helped out with food and support. Call me if you are planning anything as we are day to day on everything. Prayer Please THX
7/9/2010 Last day for 2nd round of chemo and Transfusion. All went well Angie is in good spirits and looking forward to her sisters 50th Bday Saturday Next week Dr appointment with Urologist Tuesday. Have a Great Weekend!
7/12/2010 No Chemo this week DR Appt Wednesday. Thanks for all the support from everyone. Eric and I appreciate the help. Keep the prayers going and please include the Medical staff that work so hard.
7/14/2010 We got into the Urology DR and they scoped Angies bladder, no sign of Cancer of the bladder. Today CBCC and blood test and Port flush. We are still "CUP" Cancer Unknown Primary? Allstar game was good Angie is happy the NL won!! I am proud to say that I think I will open Sparky's Grill my joke to Angie when I tell her the Grill is closed... PS Grill is always Open!
7/15/2010 The blood test was good red count up and if it stays up she shouldn't need a transfusion next Chemo treatment. We are trying to go to the lake this weekend take it easy.
7/21/2010 Sorry for the big gap! went to the houseboat and the Coast to cool off and have a little break. We had a very relaxing time. Today back to chemo Wed,Thur,Friday. Angie is eating well and in good spirits. I will keep you updated more frequently now that we are home. PS the Houseboat was hot ran the AC 24 hours a day Coast was COOL Sweatshirts and pants at PM!
7/22/2010 Red blood cell count was good almost normal so Chemo went as planned. Today and Friday another round, then some rest most likely. I sometimes feel like Angie is a prize fighter we are in round 3 Ding. Hope all is well with everyone. We will be around the house this weekend if I can keep Angie under control.
7/26/2010 Good weekend Angie is recovering from chemo, sleeping and doing good. She gets a week off just a short visit on Wednesday for a blood test and port flush.
7/28/2010 Angie had a blood test and all levels are normal including red blood cell count. No need for shots or transfusion. She is very happy with that news. Next week another round of chem and visit with the DR. PS she has also gained a couple pounds. Keep up the good thoughts and prayers!
8/4/2010 Just got back from the beach Tuesday and Angie went for another chemo treatment Today,Thur,and Friday again. Red blood cell count improved a little more, now normal. She is maintaing her weight and looks better with the weight. DR has scheduled another chemo for middle of August that will be #5.Thanks for all the cards and mail it really lifts her spirits to hear from all of you. We have a living room full of all your Support it is truly impressive! We are home this weekend the rest weekend.. Oh almost forgot GO GIANTS!
8/6/2010 This afternoon Angie finishs treament #4 and other than being tired she is doing well. Rest this weekend. I will report next week, have a great weekend!
8/9/2010 Good weekend Angie is doing well Wednesday a blood test and port flush and get ready for chemo next week. Thanks for all the support Angie and I really appreciate all you have done for us.
8/16/2010 Good weekend at the lake, Angie is feeling pretty good. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Chemo #5 and a meeting with the DR. Possible evaluation of her condition. Oh ya 52 now thanks for reminding me!
8/19/2010 Another day of Chemo and DR appointment. DR says that she is doing very well and will wait to do any additional testing for at least another month. DR says that she appears to be responded to treatments and we will just continue with chemo treatments as scheduled. Lymph area looking normal now and she has gained her weight back. All blood test are normal and very little side effects to the treatments at this point. News is good, thanks to all for your thoughts and prayers we know that they are helping. Angie is not going to return to work at this time, she will be out till at least the new year. Hope all is well with everyone, try to stay cool in the Patch. If you are lucky enough to be in a cooler place we are jealous!
8/31/2010 Sorry for the long report delay, Angie and I went to the lake for a couple day and then to SF for a Giant game. Angie is doing fine and Chemo this week Wed,Thurs,Friday. I will be reporting now that we are back. Giants won we stayed at a great room at the Westin and ate some awesome food. See ya soon!
9/1/2010 Angie is back on her chemo treatments #6. She is doing well and blood counts are stable. Dr says in 30 days or so a possible pet scan to evaluate her condition. We are home this weekend for rest and recovery. Hope you all are staying out of the heat! Have a great weekend as we hope to also. PS all you survivor fans Angie printed up the new cast and is looking forward to the new show. How could I forget Angie has a new car I will let her show it to you!
9/7/2010 Good weekend at home we played golf with friends and Angie played 9 holes before becoming a little tired. Giants are winning and that makes Angie very happy, now all we need is a 49er win. Blood test today and port flush. Hope everyone has a great weekend.
9/13/2010 We had a pretty busy weekend Brews in the Village and Alicia's Shower at the Man Room, yes it is still the Man Room sorry ladies you were just renting! Chemo week again this week W-T-F Angie is doing well. I'll Be Back! as the Gov would say....
9/17/2010 #7 Chemo is done and the DR has scheduled a Pet Scan to see how Angie's treatments are doing. Angie's white & red cell counts are down a little, but the DR says they are about what he would expect at this stage of chemo treatment. Angie is feeling ok and it appears the treatments are doing as well as can be expected. Have a great weekend and I will report next week. SEE YA!
9/22/2010 Not much to report off week for chemo Angie is doing fine and feeling better each day.
9/28/2010 Sorry for the late reporting Angie and I went to Las Vegas. You all know the saying What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas well your money also stays in Vegas!!! Angie is doing well another round of Chemo this week Wed/Thur/Friday. Testing the first of October, Go Giants, 49ers that another story of more patience than we have...
10/4/2010 This is a happy week for Angie and I, Alicia delivered our grandson Lucas Angelini 8 lbs 3 oz 20 and 1/2 inchs long. This is an off week for chemo DR will be doing a Pet Scan later in the week to see how the treatments are doing. Prayers are always welcome! Hoping for good news. I will report again soon.
10/12/2010 Start with GO GIANTS! Never mind about the Niners. Angie starts Chemo a day early this week #9. Blood counts are good and she is doing very well. She had a pet scan last week results should be this week sometime to measure her progress. Sorry for the delay in reporting, but there was little or nothing new. Hope all is well with everyone, I will get back you later in the week with hopefully good news on her results. Thanks to all for your support.
10/13/2010 Good news almost great! DR says that the pet scan show that the cancer appears to have been receeding down to the lower lymph area and even there it is smaller went from 14 to 9 by measurement. The DR was not ready to deside on the future treatment till all 12 Chemo treaments are done. DR said that this was VERY GOOD! Angie is very happy needless to say and is very positive as always. All those prayer are paying off! Thanks to the man upstairs and all that have held Angie in your prayers. Fight on, isn't that the USC fight song. OH by the way Lucas Angelini our new grandson is doing good also visiting with Noni and grandpa recently. Luke feel the force!
10/27/2010 Chemo week #10 with 2 more scheduled. Blood count is better both white and red. DR said that we will wait to evaluate after she is done with all 12 Chemo treatments and then we will consider further treatment . Angie is doing well and enjoying the Giants! not so much the Niners. Lucas is the brightest star for Angie I mean Noni.. Hope all is well with everyone, hope to see ya soon.
11/5/2010 Angie is doing well her port flush on wednesday and blood work was OK white blood cell count is a little low. DR says that is to be expected at this point with the Chemo. Angie is having a little trouble with her feet and the neoropothy tingling and cold sensation. Keep us in your prayers we appreciate everyones concerns and support. Have a GREAT weekend! :)
11/9/2010 Due to Angie's low white cell count she was unable to have Chemo this week. DR said that she should be ready next week. Small set back, but she will fight back.
11/16/2010 Good news! Angie's blood work came back normal and she has started Chemo treatment # 11. DR said that after finishing out all 12 scheduled treatments we will take a break, observe the results and let her system rebound from the chemo for a while. Angie is looking forward to Thanksgiving and we hope you all have a great Holiday! SEE YA SOON..
11/22/2010 Angie was VERY TIRED this weekend after her last Chemo treatment. The combination of cold and neoropothy was hard for her and she rested all weekend. She should be feeling better this week for Thanksgiving. One more chemo treatment for this scheduled set. Thanks to all!
11/30/2010 This is treatment #12 and Angie's blood count is ok for a go. Angie will have this last Chemo treatment and the DR will wait and observe while her body recouperates. Just a side note Angie and I celebrated our 30th aniversary we both feel very greatful for each other, We both extended our contract! Happy holidays to everyone see ya soon!
12/8/2010 Nothing new to report Angie is doing well and we celebrated Erics Birthday with dinner. Angie is enjoying our grandson Lucas, the light of our life right now! Possible port clean and blood work today. Dr will advise us when we can do another Pet scan. Merry Christmas to everyone and again have a happy Holiday season.
12/15/2010 Angie had a port clean and blood test today. Blood counts are improving both white and red. DR appointment scheduled 12/22/10 for consultation. Angie is in good spirits thanks to the win by the Forty Niners win at Candlestick Park which we witnessed in person. It was a great game in a rather poor year for the Niners. Next-up the Chargers? a tall challenge but who knows.
12/22/2010 Angie had another port clean and blood test. Blood count is coming back stronger white and red counts. DR appointment also, DR says that we will observe till the first of the year and re-evaluate next month. Angie is doing well and ready for Christmas. If we don't see you before Merry Christmas!
12/28/2010 Christmas was good until we drove to my sisters house and were rearended by a pick-up. Angie and I are ok but have sore backs. 2010 needs to pass!with no further problems! Talk with you soon.
1/3/2011 Angie went back to work today! She really wanted to try and see how it would go. Blood test again this week and I will keep you informed. We all hope that Angie has a good day! No more rain please, till we dry out!
1/20/2011 We met with the DR to go over blood work and further evaluation of her condition. Blood work was good white blood cell count improving and generally blood counts are good. DR wants to schedule a Pet Scan for the end of the month to see how the chemo did. Angie is doing fine, with some issues with the Neorophy, cold and tingling hands and feet. Genrally she is doing well and we look forward t the results from the new Pet Scan. Hope all is well with everyone! see ya soon..
2/2/2011 Nothing new on the home front, Angie is back teaching and all is well. I will keep you all informed!
2/16/2011 Pet Scan results show some activity around the left Ovary area . Dr is going to refer Angie to see another Surgeon whos speciality is in that area. Blood counts are good and the DR will consult with the Surgeon with further treatment options, possible biopsy/surgery in the Ovary area. Dr was generally pleased with no activity in other areas. Angie is doing well as can be expected, Players again please! Thanks for everyones support!
3/1/2011 Meeting with Gynecologic Specialist Doctor today and he is scheduling a lapoendoscopy/surgery to remove ovaries/tubes and any cancer associated with the area. This may be a non-invasive or more entailed depending on what he finds once he in in there. The Dr seems to think it is ovaries but said it could be many different variations of female type cancer. I will update with the date and times of the procedures as I have them. Thanks for your support and prayers.
3/14/2011 Angie has to pass a couple heart tests befors the procedure hopefully the test go ok and she is going Wednesday for the Lapoendoscopy/surgery.Hopefully we can get past these test and move on. I will keep you informed as find out.
3/15/2011 We are cleared for the procedure, I will let you know as soon as I know the time. It is being done at Mercy Hospital. Lord hear our prayer for Angie and heal her. In Jeseus name, Amen.
3/17/2011 Progress! Surgery went pretty well all things considered. The DR took almost 5 hours with Angie removing her Ovary, Uterus,and tupes. The Cancer had placed itself hidden behind and had worked itself under some leg nerves, and moved close to the colon and kidneys. The DR said that he had to tease the cancer out so as not to disturd the above mentioned areas. He said that it was a very difficult surgery and required a lot more time than he had anticipated. The DR said that he was very please with Angie and how she handled it and was also please that he got a very large specimen to send to LA for Pathology work if needed for the future. Angie is resting at Mercy Truxtun "Downtown" room 220-bed #2. I think that she will be there a few days as the surgery was so complicated and invassive to her body. Thanks for all the prayers and support you have no idea how much it is appreciated. Sorry if I did not get to everyone personally, but I am again overwelmed at times. Hope that the news just gets better from here out! Got to go hope to see you all soon with a big smile...PS sorry for all the mistakes in a hurry!
3/18/2011 Angie stood up today with some pain, but progress! She is moving around a little better in bed and her color is better. Blood count was low so they gave her 2 blood transfusions last night. She didn't sleep well so very tired today. We saw the DR this morning and he explained the Lapendoscopy pictures and the procedures for the Pathology and analizing the specimens that were taken. DR felt good about specimens and being able to treat moving forward with more knowledge of the type of cancer. Thanks again to everyone for caring and showing your concern. Hopefully Angie will be home soon and moving back to something that looks like normal, whatever normal is? I will let you know when we might go home..
3/21/2011 Angie is being released today from the Hospital .. We will be home by the afternoon. DR said that tests will be run and an appt will be set for a week baring any complications. Angie is doing fine and excited to be leaving the Hospital. Again most impressed with all the Heathcare providers, they are Saints that have a greater calling than most. I will update you soon as Angie recovers. Thanks for all the cards, visits, presents, and most of all love that you all have shown it really makes a difference that we have caring family and friends by our side.
3/23/2011 One week since surgery, Angie is moving slow but better. Pain still most of the time and discomfort most of the time. DR appointment next week with surgeon to take staples out and assess. Hopefully we might have some results back, but don't really know yet. Hope we will be out and about soon .
3/28/2011 Tomorrow Angie will see the DR/Surgeon and have the staples taken out. Unknown if the test results are back. Generally Angie is moving around a little better each day, but still in pain and sore. I will update soon!
3/29/2011 We saw the DR/Surgeon today and Angie had her staples removed. The Pathology report is back and Ovarian cancer was the the type of cancer tumor removed. Another additional report is being run down in LA to culture/grow the cancer for future treatment. All reports will be sent to CBCC DR for future treatment options. The DR said that this is like starting again now that we know primary cancer type. He said that that Ovarian cancer has more options than other types of cancer which is good. Angie is recovering still sore and pain in her back persists. Appointment next week with CDCC DR, and until then Angie will rest and recover from the extensive surgery. I will report to you all as more is known. Thanks")
4/7/2011 DR appointment at CBCC today, DR said that Angie will need a couple more weeks of recovery before starting another type of possible chemo treatment. Blood tests were good, still waiting for the specimen/culture report analysis. DR was still not totally satisfied that the pathology stains match Ovarian cancer. New treatment will likely treat multiple source and type cancer. Angie is still having back pain and on pain medicine. Hoping that as time passes Angie will feel better from the surgery and regain her strength. I will let you know how she is doing.
4/14/2011 Angie will be starting a new Chemo treatment next week. We have a meeting Monday to explain the treament. The treatment will be 2 weeks with a week off. The treatment will be a one day Chemo per week. I will let you know more after Monday.
4/21/2011 New chemo treatment starts Friday. Treatments will be 1 day a week and last for about an hour and a half to 2 hours. 2 weeks on and 1 week off. Angie is still in some pain and has still not regained her weight. She is eating 3 squares but not real hungry for any snacking. Thanks to all for your support, banket THANK YOU ! Happy Easter :) I will report after her Chemo and let you know how it goes...
5/2/2011 Angie had Chemo on Friday, went pretty well. Went to the lake after and had a good time with friends. Angie still has back pain and is moving slow. Not sure what the back pain is about but she is doing her best dealing with it. No Chemo this Friday. Thanks again for the prayers and support:) Hope we see ya soon Happy Mothers Day in advance.
5/4/2011 Monday Angie had another blood test to see about abnornal liver readings. DR will do a Cat Scan today to see if there is anything thay can see. She is still experiencing pain and feeling tired. I will get back with you after the Cat Scan results and another DR appt Friday.
5/9/2011 Friday CBCC DR appt, DR is scheduling another Pet Scan to further check Liver for abnormal blood test readings. 3 weeks to a month. In the mean time we will continue with the Chemo treatments. Angie had a good Mothers Day at my sisters house. Lakers suck, Go Giants!
5/16/2011 Angie had a blood transfusion today, she needed it because her red count was low. Quiet weekend at home with a few visitors. Angie is sleeping better and has put on a few pounds, she is looking better with some pain still persisting. Another Chemo treatment Friday and hopefully we are going to try to go to the Lake. Have a great week...
5/23/2011 Went to the lake this weekend had a good time. Angie is having a Pet scan today I will get back with you after we get the results.
6/1/2011 No results yet from Pet scan, Chemo Friday, Dr Appt soon. Nothing new to report. Angie and I stayed at home for the weekend and visited with friends. Pretty queit on the home front. Sorry for the lack of reporting, but nothing really happening right now. Angie is still tired and some pain persists. hope I have something new soon. :)
6/6/2011 Angie had a tough weekend, Chemo kicked her butt.. Very tired and persistent pain. Nauseated at times and losing weight. I think this form of chemo is much strong and side affects are worse. Say another prayer and keep us in your thoughts, hopefully this week it will get better. Dr appt this week with pet scan results.
6/8/2011 Pet Scan results show some spreading to the liver and lower back. DR is changing the chemo treatment in hopes of localizing the treatment to the liver. The new chemo will be in pill form. Not the results we had hoped and prayed for.. The new treatment will start next week. Thanks to all for the support and kind thoughts..
6/13/2011 Today Angie and I will get a new intro-class for her new chemo. The new chemo will be a pill that Angie will take a couple times a day. The DR said that the pill will address the liver more quickly in this form by going through the liver itself. Angie is very tired and still in some pain. Looking forward to more success with the new chemo. This form of chemo is an off shoot of the original chemo that worked well when we started her treatments. Thanks for all the love from everyone... PS sorry about the dates on the prior posting I lost my place...Corrected I do know what day it is :)
6/16/2011 Angie had a blood test yesturday to prepare for her new chemo pills. Red count is down and she is getting another blood Transvusion today. White count is high and they are concerned why? No apparent fever or infection... She is starting the Chemo Pills today and will take them twice a day for 2 weeks and then take a week off and then resume with monitoring. Appreciate again all the support:) Prayers THX
6/20/2011 Pretty good weekend Angie is doing a little better. Eating better and may have gained a little weight. She seems to be handling the Chemo pills pretty well considering. Thanks for all the cards and meal support Angie, Eric and I are so very appreciative of all your caring.
6/24/2011 Looks like Angie will need another transfusion next week blood counts still low. Still very tired and in pain. She had a type of calcium infusion for her bones yesturday not sure if that has helped or caused some additional pain. Hopefully things will get better soon. Difficult for Angie to get around we will be home bound for now.
6/29/2011 Another transfusion today because Angie's red blood cell count continues to remains low. Finishing up her first 2 week round with the chemo pills and then she will get a week off before starting another round. Happy 4th to everyone.
7/1/2011 Appt with the DR yesturday went pretty well. Some issues with swelling and pains persists, but new chemo pills seems to be going ok with some side effects that Angie seems to handling. Still don't have new blood results till Wednesday. One week off the Chemo pills and then back on next week. DR did say that Liver function was better according to last blood test. Happy 4th to everyone enjoy!
7/11/2011 Angie is having some additional swelling and very dry mouth making it hard for her to eat. Very difficult for Angie to walk and get around. DR appt Wednesday hopefully things start turning around soon. Thanks for all the support again your thoughts and help are appreciated.. Say a few extra prayers please.
7/25/2011 This is my last entry, sorry I could not muster up the guts to report hospice and Angie going off Chemo because it wasn't working. Angie passed away 7/21/2011 at about 7pm with me at her side... I must tell you all my heart is broken, but I will be ok I have great family and friends. Please hug anyone you care deeply for, Hug them for me. Love Sparky :)