Happy New Year! The starting of this year almost feels like a new life to me. I don't know about Marcus, but it's definitely different. Not very many things have stayed the same these last few months.
In December I started working in St. George rather than Mesquite. They closed the Mesquite branch of the credit union, but I was lucky enough to keep a job. I work in the call center. I generally answer stupid questions all day, but it's a job that keeps me busy, and I love it. There are 3 other ladies in the call center that are all over 50 (I think. I've worked there for 3 weeks, and that's the conclusion I've come to. I'm smart enough to not ask.) then me. It's interesting listening to them. Most of the time I have no idea what they are talking about. I sit in my little corner and will the clock to move faster. I'm the only active LDS member that I have figured out. They talk alot about old celebrities, singers, and things I didn't learn in my little, sheltered, LDS upbringing, but that's alright with me. I wouldn't have it any other way.
We moved in with my Mom and Dad at the beginning of December. I thought I was going to lose my job for 2 weeks, and that was the most logical decision money-wise, so we started moving, and decided we are going to stay and pay off at least one car while living here. Wish us luck! Car payments are the pits! We have a bedroom, and share the bathroom, but that's OK. As long as Marcus is here, I don't mind. It's weird now though, we do have to make sure we close the doors when we change and things, because just being the 2 of us with hardly any visitors, we didn't have to worry about that kind of thing. (Oops... TMI, sorry.)
Today was our first day as non-sunbeam teachers. We got to go to Sunday School for the first time since we were married, and attend Relief Society and Elder's Quorum. It was different. We couldn't pull out snacks to share when our tummys started growling, we couldn't talk while the conductor/teacher was talking, and it was quiet. It's going to take some getting used to and some discipline to get us (well, at least me) back into learning mode, rather than babysitting mode. We both already have calls. I guess that's the way it goes when you live with the bishop. Marcus gets to teach Elder's Quorum lessons on the 2nd and 3rd week. I am... I really don't know my official title, but here's what I THINK they called it... Relief Society Meeting Assistant Coordinator. I really couldn't tell you what I'm supposed to do... Something with our Tuesday night activities... I'm not really sure.
Marcus got 2 weeks of for Christmas Break, and he's had fun doing nothing. I wish working people got Christmas and Semester breaks. Sheesh!
My posts have been really boring as of late. My favorite part are the pictures, and since our 4th of July trip and insane hail/sleet/snow/rain storm, our camera has not worked. :( I thought I might get a new one for Christmas, but I didn't... Hopefully we will be proud new owners of one soon.
Biggest Loser starts Tuesday!
Lately I have been trying to turn off the noise in my life. I realized that most of my day consisted of working or sitting on the computer or Wii. It hasn't been as hard as I thought it would. I have realized that things I made a priority in my life... Facebook games, blogging, giveaways... we're really that important. I don't know what I do with all the time I don't spend doing those things, but it's been nice.
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Sunday, January 3, 2010
Friday, July 24, 2009
Update!
We haven't updated for a while, so here's a little bit of what's going on in our lives. I will try to make this as exciting as possible. Ü
Marcus is continuing to work at Falcon Ridge Golf Course as a valet, and will work hopefully 2 days a week after he starts school just so we can stay afloat. He starts school August 10th, and told me he was excited about it. I asked if he was being sarcastic, and he said, "No, I'm really excited to start!" I think we're both ready for a change from the golf course. Working for family isn't my cup of tea.
I am still working my life away at SouthWest Federal. Most days are slow, but some (like today) are pretty busy. We're the only open branch, so we get to answer all the phone calls, not just some of them. I am studying to be a financial counselor (IDK if I said anything about that before.) and hopefully can make my job a bit more enjoyable and busier. I am also thinking of being a grocery smarts instructor. That might be the extra boost of income we need so Marcus doesn't have to work at all. I love coupon shopping, and want to teach everybody how to save the money I do!
Marcus' brother, Robby, has been staying with us since.... um... I can't remember. It's been a while. He tends to hang out in his room and play the Xbox or watch anime. He's obsessed with Phoebe. I'm glad he likes her because now we can leave her home with him while we're at work and not have to tote her to my Mom's everyday. Robby just got off his mission in March, and is available! If anybody knows someone we could set him up with, let me know. He needs to meet people. He's 22 btw. Please don't mention I put that on here :) He'll curse me if he finds out :D
We have decided we need to sell a car... We originally intended on sell my car (Aveo) but have since decided to sell the Versa instead. If you know anybody that's interested, let me know! It's a good little car, but our new school budget doesn't allot for 2 nice cars, just 1 :(
We are currently taking a marriage class with couples from our ward. It is really fun to sit and talk to people who have been there, done that, and get their opinions. It's great to learn what we should be doing as a couple, and get tips from those with kids. It's also letting us get to know other people in our ward we wouldn't talk to otherwise.
Marcus is still dedicated to basketball every Tuesday night. He's going to end up in the emergency room one of these weeks. He always comes home with a sore leg, shoulder, bruises or other things. Or stories of people getting hurt.
Anyway, I have to go. I really should be working :)
Marcus is continuing to work at Falcon Ridge Golf Course as a valet, and will work hopefully 2 days a week after he starts school just so we can stay afloat. He starts school August 10th, and told me he was excited about it. I asked if he was being sarcastic, and he said, "No, I'm really excited to start!" I think we're both ready for a change from the golf course. Working for family isn't my cup of tea.
I am still working my life away at SouthWest Federal. Most days are slow, but some (like today) are pretty busy. We're the only open branch, so we get to answer all the phone calls, not just some of them. I am studying to be a financial counselor (IDK if I said anything about that before.) and hopefully can make my job a bit more enjoyable and busier. I am also thinking of being a grocery smarts instructor. That might be the extra boost of income we need so Marcus doesn't have to work at all. I love coupon shopping, and want to teach everybody how to save the money I do!
Marcus' brother, Robby, has been staying with us since.... um... I can't remember. It's been a while. He tends to hang out in his room and play the Xbox or watch anime. He's obsessed with Phoebe. I'm glad he likes her because now we can leave her home with him while we're at work and not have to tote her to my Mom's everyday. Robby just got off his mission in March, and is available! If anybody knows someone we could set him up with, let me know. He needs to meet people. He's 22 btw. Please don't mention I put that on here :) He'll curse me if he finds out :D
We have decided we need to sell a car... We originally intended on sell my car (Aveo) but have since decided to sell the Versa instead. If you know anybody that's interested, let me know! It's a good little car, but our new school budget doesn't allot for 2 nice cars, just 1 :(
We are currently taking a marriage class with couples from our ward. It is really fun to sit and talk to people who have been there, done that, and get their opinions. It's great to learn what we should be doing as a couple, and get tips from those with kids. It's also letting us get to know other people in our ward we wouldn't talk to otherwise.
Marcus is still dedicated to basketball every Tuesday night. He's going to end up in the emergency room one of these weeks. He always comes home with a sore leg, shoulder, bruises or other things. Or stories of people getting hurt.
Anyway, I have to go. I really should be working :)
Friday, July 10, 2009
Once again!
We are trying to sell our Pregnant Rollerskate (AKA 06 Chevy Aveo hatchback). With Marcus being accepted to Pima, we are trying to reduce our monthly debt so Marcus doesn't have to work while going to school. This time we are selling it for $8,500 OBO. If you know anybody that is interested, please let us know.
(This looks just like our car, but this is off the internet. I don't have access to a camera, stupid hail!)
It's a great car!
Still has a Chevy warranty... Good until 2011.
Gets fantastic gas mileage. Got 40 MPG going to SLC once.
4 Brand new tires with a 3 year full replacement warranty from Big O
Automatic
Low miles... About 20,700
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Come and get it!
That's right! Right now you can get a loan at SouthWest Federal Credit Union for 3.99%! If you are looking for a loan on a car, RV, ATV, Boat, trailer that's over $10,000, I can help you. If you currently have a loan on any of the above for $10,000+, I can get you this amazing rate. You do have to have an active checking account at SWFCU and direct deposit going into that account, but that's just a minor detail that I can help you take care of in a jiffy! Let me know if you are interested! You can go online to www.southwestfederal.com and start an application, e-mail me at mckenzie.kennedy@southwestfederal.com, or call me and chat at 702-346-6250 x1703.Hurry! I can only get you this great rate if your application is in by July 3rd!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Quik Trip
On Friday, I worked until 1, then Marcus, Phoebe and I took off to Queen Creek, AZ to see Marcus' nephew, Zachary, be baptized. My co-worker gave me directions on how to get there the quickest, and I was very grateful for them. The GPS on our phones told us to go all the way down to Needles then turn on the 1o or something... Yeah, I heard it's the Long way. Thanks Sharon! We skipped going over the Dam on the way there because we were going that way on the way home. After Kingman, we were calling back and forth between Marcus' family and us and I swear that every time it was, "OK, you have 20 miles on this road" For a while, it felt like we were never going to get there, but eventually we made it.
Phoebe was excited to be out of the car, but not so excited to meet "The Beast" aka Thelma. She is a yellow lab, 2 years old, and the most tolerant dog you will EVER meet. Trust me. Phoebe had to show her who was boss. We would get them close, and P would FREAK OUT! She was growling, nipping, and just being a plain, flat-out, mean, old maid! So, both dogs got locked in their crates for the night, out of sight from each other. T didn't have any problems! She was just excited to have another dog to play with. P on the other hand wasn't having any of it!
So, the next morning, P is outside going to the bathroom, and T is inside. One of the little boys opened the door to come inside, and P launched herself in the house and started "attacking" T. I use quotations because honestly, what can a pug do to a lab?! I was screaming at Marcus trying to get him to come get the stupid dog. I wasn't going to grab her and get bit! Well, little did I know, Marcus and his brothers were all outside. So, here's McKenzie standing through the house at people who aren't even there! Natalie and g probably thought I was crazy! Then, all of a sudden, the fighting stopped, and P was actually tolerating. T. AMAZING! P finally proved she was the boss, and was civil enough to be in the same room as T. Needless to say, she isn't going on any more trips with us, that there is going to be an unfamiliar dog. She lost that privilege.
Zachary's baptism was really nice. I ended up playing the piano at the last minute, which was fine. We got to see Marcus' Dad and family for a little bit, which was nice. After the baptism, we went and ate yummy peanut butter cookies and a concoction of ice cream and fruit, which was amazing!
On the way home, Robby rode with us. It took about 3 HOURS to drive over Hoover Dam. Are you kidding me?! It was the longest drive of my life! I was having fun in the back seat with Phoebe though. I had my computer and was playing Plants vs. Aliens while Marcus and Robby were in the front complaining and complaining about being at a dead stop on the highway. I almost beat my game on that trip too, but not quite... That's how long it was.
Needless to say, we were REALLY happy to get home and not be stuck in the car. I think Phoebe was the most excited.
Yes, I spelled Quik wrong intentionally. Apparently this gas station, call "Quik Trip" is the greatest ever. I didn't go, but Marcus, Robby and Nate did. Nate is the one that says it's the best convenient store around. Also, it was a quick trip, but it was a lot of fun. Thanks for letting us invade your house for a couple of days N&N. We had lots of fun! Sorry for Phoebe bad behavior. She won't be accompanying us next time.
Phoebe was excited to be out of the car, but not so excited to meet "The Beast" aka Thelma. She is a yellow lab, 2 years old, and the most tolerant dog you will EVER meet. Trust me. Phoebe had to show her who was boss. We would get them close, and P would FREAK OUT! She was growling, nipping, and just being a plain, flat-out, mean, old maid! So, both dogs got locked in their crates for the night, out of sight from each other. T didn't have any problems! She was just excited to have another dog to play with. P on the other hand wasn't having any of it!
So, the next morning, P is outside going to the bathroom, and T is inside. One of the little boys opened the door to come inside, and P launched herself in the house and started "attacking" T. I use quotations because honestly, what can a pug do to a lab?! I was screaming at Marcus trying to get him to come get the stupid dog. I wasn't going to grab her and get bit! Well, little did I know, Marcus and his brothers were all outside. So, here's McKenzie standing through the house at people who aren't even there! Natalie and g probably thought I was crazy! Then, all of a sudden, the fighting stopped, and P was actually tolerating. T. AMAZING! P finally proved she was the boss, and was civil enough to be in the same room as T. Needless to say, she isn't going on any more trips with us, that there is going to be an unfamiliar dog. She lost that privilege.
Zachary's baptism was really nice. I ended up playing the piano at the last minute, which was fine. We got to see Marcus' Dad and family for a little bit, which was nice. After the baptism, we went and ate yummy peanut butter cookies and a concoction of ice cream and fruit, which was amazing!
On the way home, Robby rode with us. It took about 3 HOURS to drive over Hoover Dam. Are you kidding me?! It was the longest drive of my life! I was having fun in the back seat with Phoebe though. I had my computer and was playing Plants vs. Aliens while Marcus and Robby were in the front complaining and complaining about being at a dead stop on the highway. I almost beat my game on that trip too, but not quite... That's how long it was.
Needless to say, we were REALLY happy to get home and not be stuck in the car. I think Phoebe was the most excited.
Yes, I spelled Quik wrong intentionally. Apparently this gas station, call "Quik Trip" is the greatest ever. I didn't go, but Marcus, Robby and Nate did. Nate is the one that says it's the best convenient store around. Also, it was a quick trip, but it was a lot of fun. Thanks for letting us invade your house for a couple of days N&N. We had lots of fun! Sorry for Phoebe bad behavior. She won't be accompanying us next time.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Car for Sale
That's right. We are selling a car... MY car! It's too much having two car payments on newer cars to worry about, so if any of you want a car that gets up to 40 miles per gallon, let us know. We can take care of you! It's a really good car. The first time my family saw it, my Dad claimed it looked like a "pregnant rollerskate!" "Are ya kidding me?! It's the cutest thing ever!" was my response. Hence, it was an impulse buy because it was so cute. I'm sure I could have gotten a better deal, but I have loved having it. I'll be happy when it's gone though. One less bill to worry about every month! Sorry, kind of a bad angle in the pictures, but that's all I could get.
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