Oxnard—I was going through the endless labyrinth of paperwork involved with having a Kidney Transplant last weekend when I decided to take a break to use the bathroom. I caught a glimpse of myself out of the corner of my eye and thought about the lyric, “And the sign said the long-haired freaky need not apply.” In case you’re wondering, the picture of J-Train and I kissing took place shortl...
Chris Frost · Nov 29, 2024
Oxnard - It’s no secret that Daisy is a finicky eater, and this has been a persistent problem for her. FOR the longest time, we found some respite with this and bought her some expensive and fresh dog food; then, one day, it was over, and she would cry. We changed flavors and mixed in some expensive dry food to change things up, which was scoffed. The solution? The J-Train and I went to the...
Chris Frost · Nov 22, 2024
Oxnard—I was driving home from Dialysis Monday night, and while I was on Victoria Avenue just before Oxnard, my car started to ding. I initially thought oh no, thank God I bought an extended warranty for my car, and as I looked at the dashboard, I noticed I was almost out of gas. Ok, it’s time to make a stop and gas up, and I choked when it cost me $55. I’m looking forward to lower gas pric...
Chris Frost · Nov 15, 2024
Oxnard—In case you’re wondering, the OMG reference is not about the New York Mets recent playoff run; it’s about good news as I continue working towards a transplanted Kidney and having a happy ending. AS I previously mentioned, The Paramedic, Travis Ryder Frost, wants to be my living donor and has started the medical protocol to determine if he’s a match. There was a bump along the way. I...
Chris Frost · Nov 8, 2024
Oxnard—Something people may not know about Dialysis patients, on Dialysis day, you need to curtail as much fluid intake as possible. TO explain, I sit in the chair three hours a day, three days a week, and if you load up on fluids, that means a full bladder and asking your caregiver to unhook you so I can use the restroom. My Kidney Machine does not have wheels or 100 feet of tubing, so I c...
Chris Frost · Nov 1, 2024
City of Oxnard claims Aaron Starr’s lawsuits cost $4 million Dear Editor: They published a news release bemoaning the cost of the Aaron Starr lawsuits. They also wanted to claim victory in a recent court loss of such a lawsuit concerning Pension Obligation Bonds. They further claimed that the inability of taking advantage of “record low interest rates” cost the City even more. This is interes...
Nov 1, 2024
Oxnard—This was a grueling, uphill week as I work down the transplant list criteria. To explain, I need to show that my body is healthy before I qualify for a donor Kidney. OKAY, let’s get it done! Well, I spent most of last Thursday at the doctor’s office submitting to a battery of tests. I was told that I needed a special blood test, which is actually 24 different blood tests. I need to sc...
Chris Frost · Oct 25, 2024
Oxnard—So we tried a twist this week: my bed in my office, which I’ll use when I start home Dialysis; the family decided to crawl in and have a good night’s sleep before it’s declared a no-Dogs zone. SOUND fair, right? Add Buddy into the mix, and it becomes a first-rate adventure. Buddy spent a couple of hours walking around the bed, trying to find a spot and, of course, stepping on me while...
Chris Frost · Oct 18, 2024
Oxnard—I hope everyone is having a great week and enjoying the change of seasons that fall has brought. I'M at the point this week where it’s stupid of me to remind everyone how frustrating the doctor can be, but this happened to me last Friday. I was writing on Thursday afternoon and decided to take a minute, use the bathroom, and rejigger the tape on my surgical incision; then the phone r...
Chris Frost · Oct 11, 2024
Oxnard—As I have mentioned many times, I deal with a lot every week: Dialysis, which means stupid and frustrating doctor visits; surgery to start home Dialysis; running the Tri County Sentry; reporting on, writing, and taking photos for the paper, along with managing my household, paying bills, the endless cleanup, not to mention managing Daisy and Buddy, who need structure to ensure no house...
Chris Frost · Oct 4, 2024
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