The sullivans

My neice Sienna!!

2010-09-08T17:36:00.000-07:00

I wanted to share with all of you my new neice Sienna Flosi. My brother and his wife just had their first baby girl in June. She is so precious. I am so happy I got to spend some time with her before we left.

My new challenge

2010-09-08T17:19:00.003-07:00

So this is my new challenge for myself. I want to learn how to surf. Most of my friends know how deathly afraid of the water I am. so this may come as a big surprise. I just couldn't help myself. The beaches here are too beautiful not to get in and enjoy. I had my first lesson over Labor Day and really liked it. I only got up on the board once, swallowed so much salt water I can still taste it, and hit my head a few times on the board. I am excited for my future lessons from the best teacher out there....Reid!

Moving on...

2010-07-10T19:33:00.001-07:00

What have the Sullivan's been up to? Well, we have moved from St. Louis, the place we called home for almost 6 years. It was hard to leave our home we all loved SO much and some great and lifelong friends who we will miss greatly. The kids and I are living with my parents for the summer until we make the official move. The above picture is pretty much our back yard!! It's ok to be jealous.(: I guess you will all just have to come visit us. Reid has successfully gotten us a beautiful home all on his own (for the second time!) He really knows what I like. I must say, I don't think most men would be able to do what Reid did as well as he did it. ( I have taught him well) We will do the best we can to keep up on our blog. Be patient, it may take a while to get things going. We have a real adventure ahead of us, but couldn't be more excited! I know this is where we are supposed to be, and what we are supposed to be doing. I have had a great experience with trusting in the lord over the past 6 months. I am grateful for this experience and it has strengthened my testimony greatly. Thanks again to all my friends who helped me while Reid was gone. I couldn't have done it without you.

my latest favorite thing

2010-04-19T09:07:00.001-07:00

This is my latest favorite thing! I discovered it at my very first trip to Trader Joe's!! I have never been there and everyone keeps telling me I need to go. It is SO delicious!! I highly recommend it!

backyard campout with Grandpa!

2010-04-19T09:00:00.000-07:00

The kids really enjoyed their visit with Grandma and Grandpa Sullivan a few weeks ago. They spent so much time doing so many fun things! One of their favorites was the backyard bonfire they made! We also made foil dinners and had a great time!!

My latest favorite things

2010-02-17T16:24:00.000-08:00

I know this isn't new to a lot of you, but this is something Reid's mom told me to do with my jewlery. I LOVE IT!!

I have decided to start a journal. I don't enjoy writing, but after seeing Reid write in his everyday for 4 years, I decided to give it a try!

This has always been a favorite of mine!! (: (: xoxo

Joshua's birthday and family time!

2010-02-17T16:14:00.000-08:00

Josh celebrated his 6th birthday Saturday! He had a great time with his friends.

I just adore my boys! I truly have it all.

Matthew!!

2010-02-09T14:12:00.000-08:00

I knew Matt was up to something! I found him on top of our trash can in our pantry. I am just glad I found him when I did!

I look like I am twelve in this pic!

This video is of Matt playing the Wii. It is pretty funny to watch, enjoy!

Edwardsville Open

2010-01-02T14:27:00.001-08:00

Tyler took 1st at the Edwardsville Open today!! His first match was 15-0, his second was 7-0 and his championship match was 10-2!! He really rocked it! We are so very proud of him. This is going to be a good season :)

Christmas!!

2010-01-01T06:17:00.001-08:00

We had a wonderful time at my parents house for Christmas! I LOVE going back to Chicago every chance I get! Santa was gooood to us this year! The kids enjoyed going sledding with all the guys, playing the Wii, but most of all......their new DS's that Santa brought them. Their next favorite Santa gift was their new Electric Scooters (with helmets of course) Santa must of known the only way to get them to wear them was if he brought them. Matthew enjoyed his basketball hoop, multiple Elmo toys and DVDs. But his favorite was his motorized car! Santa knew he would feel left out if he couldn't cruise around the culdesac too. I of course got my Wii Fit Plus, which I LOVE! Reid got the first ever FBI coffee table book, and about a million things to take to Quantico with him. I think the most meaningful gift was from my brother and his wife. They gave us a plane ticket so Reid could come home to visit while he is gone!! So thoughtful Dave and Corinne, thanks. All in all, we had a great vacation. Can't wait to go back.

Thanksgiving weekend!!

2009-11-28T13:56:00.000-08:00

We had a great Thanksgiving weekend. We went to Springfield, Mo to visit Reid's awesome cousin Chris and his wife Jess. We ate LOTS of yummy food, played fun games, and watched some good movies. But the best part was just being together building memories to last forever. Here are some pictures of our trip. enjoy.

2009-11-24T17:23:00.001-08:00

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2009-11-24T17:01:00.001-08:00

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our backyard!

2009-11-11T08:44:00.000-08:00

One of Reid's favorite things to do with the kids is go in our "backyard". We have miles of forest literally feet from our fence. Every chance they get they are exploring back there. Last week was their latest adventure in the wild. They came across some unexpected visitors while hiking around!!! I love how much my kids love the outdoors!! As a mother, I am SO thankful that I don't have to convince my kids to play outside!

pics of the boys!

2009-11-10T13:59:00.001-08:00

I has been a while since my last post, sorry. This is going to be short but sweet. Here are some pics of the boys getting ready to leave for church for the primary program, and on halloween! Life is crazy at the moment with all that is going on. Reid getting his dream job, getting the house ready to sell, and to top it off...wrestling season has started!!! (which means goodbuy to any free time, and hello craziness!)

Happy news!

2009-10-27T11:49:00.000-07:00

I just recently found out that two people I know and love very much are expecting!! This is such good news. These two friends of mine were meant to be mothers! I am so excited for them and their new adventure of being pregnant and soon to be mommies!!

WOW!

2009-09-11T14:36:00.001-07:00

My good friend Shannon is having her 3rd boy in November! Her baby shower is tomorrow. I decided I would actually try to be creative. WOW, I am very impressed with myself. Those of you who know me, know I am not the craftiest person. I see things and think "I could never do that". Every once in a while I surprise myself at how easy these things are. I hope she likes the gift of diapers.

First day of school!!

2009-09-11T09:14:00.000-07:00

I am so proud of my boys!!

Josh was SO excited to get to ride the bus with his "cool" older brother! I can tell that they are going to have a great year.

Last minute trip to Chicago!!

2009-07-21T11:57:00.001-07:00

After our trip to Utah, we decided last minute to go see my family in Chicago! It was so fun seeing family we haven't seen in such a long time.

Our trip to Utah

2009-07-21T11:44:00.001-07:00

We had such a great time in Utah! We got to do so many fun things with all of Reid's family. It is definitely a trip we won't forget.

Tyler's Baptism

2009-07-21T11:39:00.001-07:00

Tyler had his baptism this weekend. We are SO proud of him and the choices he is making. He is such a wonderful example to his 2 younger brothers!

Tyler turns 8!!

2009-07-21T11:32:00.000-07:00

Tyler tuned 8!! I can't hardly believe it! He had a great birthday party at the pool.

What shall I do next...

2009-06-03T10:33:00.000-07:00

I would never say I enjoyed Reid going to school..BUT if I did, it would be because of all the extra "stuff" I have been getting done. I seem to find myself thinking "what else can I do?" And boy, have I been doing a lot! Mainly little things that I would normally never think of doing like cleaning the bottom of my chairs, tightening every screw in the house. There have also been some big things too like making my own version of a china cabinet that is on display in our living room, re-painting all the trim of our house (outside), keeping the lawn mowed EVERY TUESDAY (front AND back). I have used all the time at nights alone De-cluttering, getting rid of everything and anything that hasn't been used in the last 6 mo. Mainly toys, random papers etc... You could eat off my kitchen floor, I find moping and vacuuming a great stress reliever! Oh.. did I mention the almost daily sweep and wash down of my garage!? It may sound funny, but there is something so nice about a clean garage! The funny thing is that I still can't keep on top of the laundry!! What is it about laundry, and why can't I ever keep up!

Reid only has 3 more classes!! I would give all the things up to have him home!!

Happy Earth Day!!

2009-04-22T15:24:00.000-07:00

Tyler, you are the MAN!!

2009-04-20T07:25:00.000-07:00

Tyler was honored last night and was given the Triple Crown and Wrestler of the Year plaque!!

my boyz!

2009-04-07T06:35:00.000-07:00

Am I lucky or what!!

Just for Tyler!

2009-04-07T06:31:00.000-07:00

Off to Mizzou for USA state champions!!!

2009-03-24T12:29:00.000-07:00

The time has finally come!! Tyler is off to University of Missouri for USA State Champions Wrestling tournament this weekend!! GO BONHOMME!! GO TYLER!!!

Nothing like some Pizza Hut Pizza!!

2009-03-12T12:30:00.001-07:00

Today for lunch me and the boys went to Pizza Hut for lunch and had a wonderful time! Josh was being his wonderful crazy self, while Matt was entertaining the people next to us by showing them his latest tricks... eyes, mouth and nose!

TYLER!

2009-03-12T12:27:00.000-07:00

You are such a stud!! Go Bonhomme!

2009 AAU Missouri State Champion!!!!!

2009-03-03T08:54:00.000-08:00

Tyler's Stats:

16-0 undefeated in 45 lbs weight class

22-6 overall (6 losses came when he wrestled up a class and age division)

2009 AAU Missouri State Champion

Triple Crown Winner (1st place in each of the top three 2009 Missouri tournaments)

Nominated for "youth wrestler of the year" for St. Louis region

Invited to Ohio Tournament of Champions (National tournament...top wrestlers from 15 state region)

Invited to USA Championship Series (Districts this weekend, Regionals next weekend, State at Mizzou the following weekend)

Invited to Missouri Wrestlers Banquet

Way to go Tyler!! You did it, just like we knew you could!

Love you buddy.

Mothers..

2009-02-27T06:43:00.000-08:00

Mothers

Mothers are the definition of beauty.

They are the selfless acts of kindness

always giving.

Mothers are the helping hands to their little ones

they are the Kleenex of our lives.

Mothers are our greatest teachers. Everyday they bring something new.

Mothers teach us to never give up because they know we are true.

We can always count on our mothers,

they will always be there

hoping, wishing, believing in us

all the way through.

And all they need in return is a hug from me and you.

nothin like good ice cream and a game of chess!

2009-02-25T19:54:00.000-08:00

me and my boys

I cleaned it first I promise!

you're the man Tyler!

open wide!!

Reid really enjoyed teaching the boys the rules of the game!

An apple a day keeps the doctor away!

2009-02-25T19:40:00.000-08:00

Matt started off eating the apple....then it became a ball he threw around the house.

More b-day pics!

2009-02-19T17:35:00.001-08:00

Josh celebrated his 5th b-day on Friday! He had such a fun time with good friends, food, fun, and cool presents.

Josh turns 5!!!

2009-02-19T17:13:00.000-08:00

We celebrated Joshua's birthday on Friday! He has been waiting for this day for months. We spent the night at Chuck E Cheeses with good friends, food and lots of cool presents.

The cold didn't stop us!!

2009-02-19T17:03:00.000-08:00

Even though it was FREEZING Heather and I decided to take the kids for a walk. By the end of the walk (45 min later) I could not feel my toes, my fingers were frozen and my nose was as red as red. When I took Matt out of the stroller he was So toasty warm!!!

Thanks for ALL you do!!

2009-02-16T15:27:00.001-08:00

Reid,

I just wanted to thank you for all you do for us! We are all better people because of you. Thanks for working so hard, being a great dad to the boys and a wonderful husband to me.

Love,

your babydoll.

Matthew is ONE!!!!

2009-02-06T19:35:00.001-08:00

Happy 1st Birthday Matthew!!!

We had such a fun day today with Matt. Today was all about Matt (as it should be) we were non stop playing, dancing, singing, making huge messes, and most of all LAUGHING!! I can not imagine my life without the little guy. He puts a smile on my face, and makes me laugh to the point my cheeks hurt. He has such a fun personality, and wants to share it with everyone. We are truely blessed to have been chosen to be Matt's parents. We love you.

(we took tons of videos, but for some reason I can't upload them!!)

Tyler's School Musical!

2009-02-06T19:28:00.001-08:00

Tyler had his 1st grade musical this week, and he sang his little heart out!! He is a great performer. I look forward to watching him in many more plays!

savings$$$

2009-01-28T14:47:00.000-08:00

So as I sit here thinking about our economy and how rough things are, I ponder on how I can save $,which was kinda hard since I already do that on a daily basis!! BUT there is one thing I never thought I would ever consider to just consider giving up to save money.... my daily Caffeine free diet Pepsi!! I calculated a savings of at least $142.56 a year, (that's only getting one 3 times a week) WOW!! Can I really do it?? I would be like giving up my right arm, my best friend!! If I decide to do this I am really going to need a support group!

Another Gold medal for Tyler!!

2009-01-24T13:21:00.000-08:00

Tyler took 1st at the Missouri National Tournament today!! He put his all into it like he always does. He has a break for 3 weeks, then if he wins state he will win the Triple Crown!! Tyler is ranked # 1 in Missouri for the 45 lb weight class. We couldn't be more proud of our son. Tyler has this kind of dedication, determination, and drive in everything he does. Good job buddy, we love you.

Tyler takes home the GOLD medal!!!

2009-01-18T16:57:00.000-08:00

Tyler got first place today in his tournament!! He won his 1st match by point, and his second by pin. He went on to the finals for 1st and 2nd place and won by point!! This was by far the match of the day! There was such a big crowd watching and people were cheering like crazy! I kept over hearing parents and coaches saying "wow, what a match!" and "this was the match to watch today" Tyler once again gave it his all. Way to go Tyler, way to go!!!

Our outing to the train house

2009-01-13T16:26:00.000-08:00

awww..how cute are they!

Matthew and Me

2009-01-12T17:09:00.000-08:00

Now that Reid is back in school (ugh) I have found myself getting a little bored at night, so I have discovered taking pictures makes the time fly by! I went a little crazy with the camera tonight with me and Matt, but it was well worth it!

I love my little guy!!

I love you mom!

2009-01-11T10:36:00.000-08:00

You are the best mom! Thank you for sitting on a train for 6 hours just to come see me! I loved spending time with you, talking all day, shopping all night, seeing movies, cleaning up countless poopy messes (thanks to Matt). Starting our diet together, playing bug bingo with the kids, getting our coke slushy and diet Pepsi! Thank you for all you do! I love you.

a bunch of pictures!!

2009-01-11T10:15:00.000-08:00

Me and my mom
Love you mom!

Napkin PLEASE!!

who are these crazy people

whoops, double take

Me and Ty

Me and Josh

Me and Matthew

The two of us again

Nothing like a vanilla cone!

Me, Tyler and Josh

Yummy!!

Who needs a bathtub!

This is what I like to see!!

Tyler takes home the Silver Medal!

2008-12-21T17:41:00.000-08:00

Unfortunately I could not get the video of Tyler's match to download! He did such a FANTASTIC job today at his tournament. He had 3 matches, he pinned the first 2 and won the third by points. He went to the finals and lost by one point. He fought So hard and wrestled so well. He took home the Silver Medal! We are so proud of him. He puts his all in at practice, and it shows out in the mat. Tyler is so dedicated to his wrestling, even at such a young age. Way to go Tyler!!

I was Tagged!!

2008-12-17T06:38:00.000-08:00

1. Wrapping paper or gift bags? both
2. Real tree or Artificial? we always get a real one, but would prefer a artificial one (less mess)
3. When do you put up the tree? not before December 1st
4. Do you like eggnog? No Way
5. Favorite gift received as a child?cabbage patch doll
6. Hardest person to buy for? my mom (she has everything already)
7. Easiest person to buy for? my dad, he likes everything
8. Do you have a nativity scene? yes, the Willow Tree one! It is my favorite Christmas decoration.
9. Mail or email Christmas cards? mail
10. Worst Christmas gift you ever received? can't think of one
11. Favorite Christmas Movie? Chevy Chase: Christmas Vacation
12. When do you start shopping? December
13. Have you ever recycled a Christmas present? No way!
14. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas? mashed potatoes, and drink sparkling cider
15. Lights on the tree? white
16. Favorite Christmas song? silent night
17. Travel at Christmas or stay home? travel, only because we don't live by family
.18. Can you name all of Santa's reindeer's?no
19. Angel on the tree top or atch a star? star
20. Open the presents Christmas Eve or morning? one Christmas Eve, the rest Christmas morning
21. Most annoying thing about this time of the year? the radio playing christmas music in OCTOBER!!! And too many people at the stores
22. Favorite ornament theme or color? red and silver
23. Favorite for Christmas dinner? ham, potatoes, dessert (no pies)
24. What do you want for Christmas this year? a pair of Nike running shoes
25. Who do I tag? Amber W, Julie M, Ashley P, Heather B, Amanda S,

Matthew Walking!!

2008-12-17T06:26:00.000-08:00

I was finally able to get Matt on video walking!! Everytime I would run to get the camera he decided he was done walking. I am so proud of my little guy! Way to go Matt.

shhh...my daddy is Santa Claus!!

2008-12-16T15:44:00.000-08:00

Reid decided to play Santa for the day!! He went to the boys school and made all the kids in the preschool SOOO excited! They all got to get their picture with Santa!! I love my husband! He is such a wonderful guy. He is a kid at heart!

Josh with Santa

Santa and Josh going to school.

pots pots everywhere!!

2008-12-11T14:42:00.001-08:00

Matthew actually got all these out himself!!! You can imagine how much fun he had!

another hair color!

2008-12-11T14:18:00.000-08:00

Power Ranger Fun!!

2008-12-08T07:22:00.000-08:00

Josh felt like playing Power Rangers thismorning, Matthew was the Red Ranger who got captured by the evil elves!! I have to love the creative minds my kids have! On the news thismorning, they talked about how "playing" makes you kids smarter!! If that is true then my kids are brilliant.

Good times with Daddy!!

2008-12-08T07:12:00.001-08:00

Matthew loves every minute he gets with Reid!! This is just one of many good times they have together!

Thanksgiving at the grandparents house!!

2008-12-03T07:12:00.000-08:00

Matthew in Grandpa Lee's glasses

We had to take Matthew away from my brothers dogs, he kept pulling their tails and they did not like it!!

Josh and one of his many creations with Grandmas rocks!

Awww how cute, you can tell why we named him after his Grandpa Lee

row, row, row the basket gentley in the kitchen...

2008-12-02T16:20:00.000-08:00

Matthew has really had an adventurous life so far...thanks to his big brothers. Not a day goes by that he doesn't experience something new.

My boys!

2008-12-01T15:22:00.000-08:00

I couldn't resist a cute shot of the boys in their matching winter pj's!!

painting projects

2008-12-01T15:14:00.000-08:00

We went to Chicago for Thanksgiving and had a wonderful time!! One thing we always do while we are there is PAINT with Grandma!! She always has the boys paint her pictures and she has them framed and hangs them all around the house! This year Matt was added to the tradition! He really got into it. I'm not sure what he liked more.. painting or eating the paint!

Trick or Treat

2008-12-01T15:09:00.000-08:00

Halloween was so fun this year!! The boys got really into it, I actually had a hand in making the costumes!! The weather was GREAT!! We were able to stay out for a really long time.