We've done it again....

We've opened the doors to Hospice Dew again! I got an email last week that one of the English Mastiffs we had in rescue was been diagnosed with severe spondylosis and the vet was unsure of how long she would have a good quality of life. Lindsay, knowing I am a SUCKER for these situations, emailed me asking if we would consider taking her. I of course, sent the note to Brian, who to my surprise, agreed!

So, Lily Dew arrived on Sunday. She is adorable. She was terrified when she arrived, but is making huge strides already. I am her new BFF and she is getting used to Brian. She isn't too sure of men so they are slowly becoming better friends.

Thanks Babycakes for supporting my passion. I love you.

Munger Xmas 2010

Is it really over?

I said that a few times today as we took down our tree (a week earlier than usual) to prepare for the new couch and our New Year's Eve party. Don't worry tho, Brian left the tree in the stand, outside our bay window...adding a little green to our front yard!


Christmas was awesome this year. We went to church with the family in Colorado Springs, followed by a fun neighborhood dinner at Nik's house. Kids were running everywhere and tracking Santa on the computer. Adults were drinking their merriments. We were able to see life come full circle by celebrating both Xmas Eve and Xmas with the Mulloys. It is so fun to watch their kids grow, and I am still laughing at how 2 yr old Keegan, who was siting in front of us at church, without warning turned and hurled his candle at my head...flying past me and hitting the man behind me.




Connor Mulloy- the happiest baby on earth


Our door flung open and the light was flipped on at 7am on the dot. Uncle Brian was a bit startled and shouted a not-so-nice swear word at the top of his lungs that kept the family laughing all day. We were spoiled...Bri spoiled me with a diamond ring, Coach purse and a TomTom. Mom and Dad added to our "baby fund", and the Zemans got me great jewelry and a nice little docking station for my ipod that is a great addition to the new home office. The boys were thrilled with their gifts. Hercie the Labradoodle even got Charlotte the hamster a box filled with mouse traps...good bit Mike, good bit.

Jack, kissing his new Xbox

As we were about to gather the entire crew to say Grace before dinner, Julie who lost her Dad a few months ago, walked up to Nik and I and whispered "Be thankful your Dad is here with you!". It was all I could do not to burst into tears. I made sure to hug my Dad extra long as we said goodbye last night. Moments like that are the true meaning to Christmas.

Ps- Thanks to my incredible hubby for being so supportive....he will know what I mean. You are and always will be my rock.

It is really Christmas?

To say our work has been stressful and crazy is an understatement. Other than our tree, we've barely recognized this time of the year.

We are going to go on a little date night tonight and than head to my sister's tomorrow for church and family dinner. After a early wake from the boys, we will open gifts and than host a big family dinner. I am sure we will be spoiled rotten, as usual!

This year is little bitter sweet..it was this time last year that we learned we were expecting a baby. I remember one of the main topics of conversation last year was how excited everyone was for Baby Dew's first Christmas in 2010. It's disappointing to know we are approaching our 3rd xmas without a baby.

Maybe 2011 will be the year? In fact, I know it will be....Bri tells me so all the time.

BDew 2010 Family Photo

The Mungers and The Judds

On Tuesday, Nik and I took Mom and Aunt Denise to see The Judds. A few months ago, they were on Oprah and Nik suggested we buy them tickets for their birthdays. Great idea, Nik! We had a great time. Wynonna can sing like no other- it was pretty amazing. Plus, she's really funny.

They played at The World Arena in Colorado Springs. Before the concert started, we walked around until we found the tile my parents bought when the arena was being built. As I was looking at the 4 names of our family, I couldn't help but think it looked "weird"...our family looked so small...there so many names missing...Mike, Brian, Jack and Cooper. But it was pretty cool to be reminded of where we started.

Love and Other Drugs

We declared Friday night Dinner and Movie date night. I got to pick. I picked:

Now, the reason I picked this movie is because all of the movie posters I saw weren't like the one I just posted on this blog...They were a sweet looking Anne Hathaway...she made me think we were in for a chic flick.

Before we left for the theatre, I posted on FB. I quickly got this reply:

"I heard it's like porn!"

Made me spit out my mouthful of water. I posted back "Are you sure we are talking about the same movie? If so, Bri's night just got a lot better!"

The movie was not all what I expected....it was a love story (with a lot of S-E-X), but it also hit home like a ton of bricks because Anne Hathaway's character has Parkinsons.

There is a scene in the movie where they attend a support group for Parkinsons- it was all I could do to stifle my sobs. It was real people with real Parkinsons, and how it affects family members. It made me sad for my Dad, it made me so sad for my Mom.

I get so caught up in life, I often push Parkinsons away into the depths of my brain. Friday night, however, it hit me like a 10 ton brick.

I highly recommend this movie! Bring tissues!

4 Years

4 years ago I met Brian for lunch at Rock Bottom Brewery, never thinking that a Match.com date would turn into the greatest love ever!

Saturday Holiday Fun

Saturday was a good day...

Breakfast date at Little Anita's, followed by Christmas tree shopping.

Reason #976 why I love my husband...he researched which type of tree we should buy. After his research, it was concluded that the Frasier Fur is the most hearty tree and lasts the longest. There was a small selection at Home Depot, but we found the perfect one!

We got home, turned on xmas music and decorated away.

PS- BDews highly recommend Home Depot as the best place to purchase a tree. They are priced just as reasonably as King Soopers, but they cut the bottom off and wrap it for you! This gem only cost us $35!

Hysto what?

So one of the joys us women with infertility get is to have a HYSTEROSCOPY....code for: PAIN!

With the first one I was told they were just going to take some picture of my uterus to make sure it happy and healthy and ready for an embryo. I told Bri there was no need for him to come with me to such a silly procedure. What they did not tell me I was going to yelp in pain, tears would fill my eyes and I would almost kick the doctor in the face. I instantly wished Bri was there so I could squeeze his hand.

Fast forward almost 2 years and the doc told me I had to have another one in preparation for our next cycle. I instantly was overcome with dread. The night before I went over and over again with Brian how awful it was...he instantly sent a note to his boss that he would be in late. I woke up the morning of the procedure and instantly started whining how it was going to be awful and how I didn't want to go.

When we got into THE ROOM ( did they really have to put us in the room where I've had two D&C's...I think not!), we were both quiet. I surveyed the tray of supplies and saw a gi normous shot. Where the hell was that going to go? When the doc walked in I felt like my palms instantly started sweating (Brian later confirmed this to be true!). I start babbling about how much it hurt, blah blah blah...and how much I was afraid of "the shot". As I got done filling the room with my woes, the doc said "Well, I already gave it to you!". Hallelujah! I didn't even feel it.

Soon I heard the words, " Here we go...." and held my breath. I waited and waited for the pain. It never came. Soon I heard "And, we're done!". I was shocked.

After I thanked him for the pleasant experience, I than told the doc he made me look like a liar and a wimp to my husband...who I had sworn to that this procedure was the equivalent of a limb removal.

After the doc left the nurse did share with us this doc does much better with pain management than the others...I think to validate to my husband that I am not a complete wimp.

The good news is that I do infact have a happy and healhty uterus (is that TMI?If so, just cover your eyes.) My blog was dying for a infertility update that didn't include bad news, delayed cycles or tears, ok?!?!?