must be BW vibes...
Jodi,
It's so funny that you mailed the other day! I have my email and forgot to update here, so I didn't get the message that you had posted. I can't believe how big Dex is, and Cali is a precious peanut (so cute, I'm welling up)!!! Congrats on your new baby, and I hope the new job is treating you well.
Anyhow, I've been holding out on posting anything until today because...
TODAY IS MUGSY' S 6TH BIRTHDAY!!!! 
My man is doing great (he's peeking in the doorway as I sit and type), despite occasional "episodes" of this or that. He is in such a good mood today, and has been showered with treats and special meals. Treatments with the holistic vet are going well, swim is great, and Mugsy is enjoying frisbee playing and squirrel chasing--in his own special way, of course. His paws are status quo; his bark is a bit deeper; he is a happy guy, and for that we are truly blessed.
I hope this update finds all of our fur and skinfriends well! We are still here, and hope to be around for many more August 8ths!
Allison, Mugsy, and Shadow