Long Time No See!!!

Hey all.  

I know I've been MIA and I'm sorry about that.  

Things have been pretty busy in the Pickle Jar and for me to find time to sit down at the computer and upload the pictures I want to show you (of my hair, of the wedding and Ro's recital) is pretty hard.   I've been trying to be a good girl and limit my AOL time down to my 'break' at work.  So, that is one of the reasons why I haven't done much than comment in people's J's.  

Also, my family is keeping me pretty darn busy.  

Rowan of course is doing her gymnastics and dance.  She is also coming down with a cold (along with me too!) so we are trying to keep that from hitting her pretty hard.  I guess she is being ran ragged, huh?  

 Mr. Z is keeping me on my toes.  He is everywhere and into everything.  I swear, he is going to be the death of me :)  He loves to rip paper into shreds and then stick the pieces into his mouth.  He is now tall enough to reach the top of the dinning room table.  In fact, he pulled a christmas decoration down onto his little knoggin' last night.  It didn't hurt him, but he cried because it scared him.  

He also went to his 9mon well baby check up yesterday afternoon.  I was suprised to find out that he has only gained an ounce or two.  I guess from him "running" around so much he hasn't put any weight on.  Not like he doesn't eat anything either.  That boy is downing down 8oz at a time and having two "solid" meals a day!  Supposedly he is in the "normal" range for his height (29in) and his weight, so thats good to hear.  

We do go to the cardiologist on the 20th too.  I'm excited to hear how he is doing and when he plans on weaning Zach off his meds.  But like I've said before... I don't mind him being on his meds as long as he is healthy.  I don't want him coming off them too soon!!  I'll be scared out of my mind!  

Anyways.  

We are supposed to be heading down to Monterey tomorrow to go visit Derek.  I hope we can keep that plan... But with Missy Moo not feeling well, I am guessing I'm going to have to play the trip by ear.    I hope we can go.  If we don't, I'm not sure if Derek will come home or not.  Plus, I was looking forward to the trip to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and seeing Rowan's face!  She has been there before... But it was a while ago when she was younger!  

I'd also like to see my husband... and have the kiddos see their daddy!!  

In other news...

My parents will be moving out in the next few days!  Yup, everything went well and they got their keys today!  They should be moving in on Monday... if all goes as planned.  They are so excited... But we'll really miss having them with us!  

Can you guys believe that Christmas is only 16 days away???  Crazy huh??  It is finally starting to feel like Christmas too.  We have our house decorated and some presents purchased.  I have officially finished shopping for Rowan and Zach.  I have purchased the present for Derek's "Secret Santa" and a present or two for Derek.  I have no idea what else I'll be getting my dear husband.  I told him not to go over a specific amount this year... But I don't know if he'll abide by my rule.  I hope he does... I still have to get presents for my bro and his fiance... my nieces and my "Secret Santa"... plus a little something for my momma too.  Guess I should get my butt into gear, huh?!?!  

Oh yeah.   

Tomorrow my kiddos are having their Christmas pictures taken.  My grandma purchased Robo a pretty red dress and I went to Target and by saving grace I found an outfit for Zach that matches perfectly!!  Black cords, white shirt and red/black sweater!  Its too cute... So they'll take some pictures in those outfits and some Christmas PJ's that I got from Oldnavy!!  I swear, I can't wait to see how those come out... I'm sure (hoping) they'll be adorable!!  

Well, I promise (this time for real...) that when I get back from Monterey (hoping we'll go!! keep your fingers crossed for us!!) I'll post the pictures and do a real good update.  

Love you all...
~Pickle Jenn~