The weekend

Our weekend seemed packed! It went by way too fast. Here are some of the fun things we did.

The only day I get to sleep in, I had to get up early and go to a ward breakfast. There aren't many places that you can have a ward party at 9 am at a park! It was a wee bit chilly. My Mom, Branae and I watched Raiden while his parents went to St. George, so we bundled him up and headed across the street. They made us breakfast burritos, pancakes, waffles, bacon and hashbrowns. Mmmm. I love breakfast. Poor Marcus had to work. :(

We had a birthday party for Halle Coy. I can't believe she is already one. She is so blasted cute. She is the happiest baby I know, and I hope all mine turn out just like her! She doesn't crawl completely or walk yet, but that's what make Halle, Halle. They came over and cooked us tacos. Ashlie came down for this, so we got to see her family too, which is always fun.

We went to a reception for our friend, Brett Hughes and Marissa. It wasn't like ours, where we stood and shook hands for hours... They actually had fun things like a money dance, and a game that I can't think of what to call it. Marissa also wrote Brett an amazing song. I'm jealous. I wish I was that creative.

After the reception, we went to visit Mike and Becky and play games. Marcus and Mike smoked us at both Rook and Hand & Foot. We didn't win a single round of H&F, and hardly took the bid in Rook, but had a good time.

At church, Marcus taught his first lesson in Elder's Quorum. He forgot until Saturday night, so he prepared during Sacrament Meeting. I hear he did a good job. He doesn't think so, but Elder Daba said he did, and he doesn't lie. I enjoy going to church and not worrying about anything, but sitting and listening.

After church Marcus and I beat Super Mario Wi-heee! We have been playing it together for a while, and finally beat it. It's a tough game, but so much fun. If you have a Wii, and want a new game, I suggest that.

Other than that, we just were lazy on Sunday, which was nice. Now it's back to work Monday.

Windows 7 Partay!

Saturday October 24th, 2009

169 N Arrowhead Mesquite, NV

7:00 - whenever you want to leave

BYOM (Bring your own meat) BBQ

Tomorrow Marcus is throwing a Windows 7 party. It's going to be at my parent's house. He has yet to invite anybody, or make any arrangements for that matter. If you want to see what the new Windows 7 looks like and have some food, come on over! Everybody is invited. Kids can play outside while adults mingle inside. It's going to be lots of fun!

Random thoughts of m

I get on here and check everybody's blogs pretty much daily, well at least Monday thru Friday. Most of the time there is nothing new on anybody's blog. It saddens me :( So, you will probably be bored with this post, because I have no idea what I'm am going to say in it, but here it goes anyway.

I have this new fetish with entering giveaways. I didn't think I was lucky until I won 3 times! It's such a bad fetish that I even dreamed I won a giveaway last night! I need to get a life. Anywho, Marcus decided to try his hand at a giveaway. He entered to be the host of a Microsoft Windows 7 launch party, and was chosen!! Windows 7 is the newest operating system for PCs, like XP or Vista. Yes, we are Marcus and McKenzie, and we are a PC. Well, we have NO idea what we're supposed to do for this party, but yesterday M received a box full of balloons, streamers, and random objects that had StRaNgE artwork on them, along with a free copy of Windows 7. So, I guess we're going to hang streamers, balloons, and have goodie bags with this artwork on them at m's parent's house on October 24th. If you want to come to the party, feel free. We're not quite sure what is going on there, but I'm sure it'll be awesome...

m is incredibly baby hungry. Poor M. Everytime I hold Halle or Raiden or Zoi (although I've only held her twice), I say, "Love, I want a baby" and he replies with a very sweet, "I know Love, so do I. So do I." SO! Why can't this 96 weeks be going a little faster?! We are halfway through semester 1. Only... A lot more to go. Waiting will be so worth it. I will get to stay home with the baby... I just have to keep reminding myself of this...

Can you believe it's already October! For real, this year has FLOWN by. It definitely doesn't feel like the last quarter of the year should be here yet... I am glad though because our power bill will be nice and low. We haven't turned on our air for 2 weeks or more. The only down fall is 3 of our neighbors enjoy smoking outside, and that AWFUL smell comes in.

Oh! If you are a member of SouthWest Federal (Because, you know, all the cool people are!) there is a survey you can fill out about the Credit Union and be entered into a drawing for one of (2) netbooks, (2) ipod touches, and (2) flat screen tvs. Make sure you enter, because those prizes are great!!

Come to my Coupon Class!

I am having a coupon class at our house on Tuesday, August 25th at 6:00 PM. I will be teaching all the ins and outs of couponing that I have learned so far. It's free to come and listen, so bring yourself and a friend. It'll be a good time, I promise.

In the mean time, if you want to see my success and a little bit about what I'll be teaching, head over to my coupon blog http://gscouponjunkie.blogspot.com (Yes! I have a coupon blog. I'm that addicted. I love saving money!)

Comment or let me know if you want to come!

This Month is Such a Special One!

It's birthday time for us!

I know this post is really late, sorry. Birthdays just aren't as special when you're married...

Our birthdays were very uneventful, but nice. For McKenzie's birthday, we both took the day off and went shopping. She found some nice clothes for work, but Marcus got a killer deal on Aero pants. 3 pair for $15! You gotta love the clearance rack. McKenzie was more excited about that purchase than any of the purchases she made.

We celebrated Marcus' birthday 1 day early, because it was Memorial Day, and McKenzie had the day off, so instead of using a vacation day, we pretended it was the 25th. We woke up after a LONG drive home from Arizona, and went to Sand Hallow. Logan, Heather, Robby, Branae and Kendra all went with us. It was a great time. Marcus was having fun cliff jumping. McKenzie was content with sitting on the rock talking to the girls and watching! We made ourselves lunchables for lunch and stopped at DQ on the way home. That night we ate dinner at Mom & Dad Abbott's house for all the May birthdays. Happy Birthday Branae, Dad, and Shaynie! Dad makes the best enchiladas! If you've never experienced them, you are missing out BIG TIME! We had 2 cakes that night, and enjoyed the company of our family.

On Marcus' actual birthday, he had to work for an hour and a half, then got to do nothing all day. He mostly caught up on much needed sleep. After McKenzie got off, we went over to Mike and Becky's and they fed us dinner and had a cake for Marcus to blow the candles out on. Thanks for the Mexican Salad and for making cakes for both our birthdays Becky! You're the best!! Marcus got a Xbox for his birthday. Robby came and took his away, and McKenzie didn't want to deal with withdrawals, so she gave in and he got a new one.

Our birthdays were quiet, but the best part was the time we got to spend together. Marcus still has another surprise present coming, he just has no idea what it is going to be. Stay tuned for the big surprise!

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.

Lia Sophia... again Ü

So, last night was my Lia Sophia party! It turned out much better than I anticipated. If you happened to forget, couldn't make it, or something else, no worries! You can still order something! You can check out their catalog at http://www.liasophia.com/sites/megancarter/catalog-intro. If you find anything you want to buy, you can purchase it online, or let me know, and I'll help you get the amount and stuff.

Thanks to everybody that came, I had lots of fun, and if there's a next time, I'll try not to have in on Wednesday,.. That seems to be a busy night for everyone.

Lia Sophia

I am having a Lia Sophia Party tomorrow at my house! Everyone is invited.

WEDNESDAY MAY 20th, 2009
6:30 PM
McKENZIE'S HOUSE
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COME AND BRING A FRIEND OR TWO. LITTLE GIRLS ARE WELCOME TOO! I'M GONNA HAVE A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR THEM!

It's gonna be lots of fun. Caitlin and I are hosting together. Look for the pink ballons to help guide you to my apartment if you've never been there before. We hope to see lots of you there