January 2007 - Monster Truck Show
Ty and little brother Robert attended the Monster Truck Show at the Columbus
Civic Center with their parents.
February 2007 - A Day with the Cottonmouths
Ty and his family were treated by Cottonmouth's player Steve Howard (#14)
to complimentary tickets to the Columbus Cottonmouth's game on Friday,
February 2, 2007. The following Tuesday Ty was invited to a Cottonmouth's
practice where he got to hang out with the team, visit the locker room, and
get
out on the ice with the team. He received a personalized hockey stick
autographed
by each member of the team.
February 2007 - Ty's Baptism
Scott, Amy and brother Robert stood with Ty as he was baptized recently
at
First Presbyterian
Church
by Pastor Chuck.
February 2007 - Pancake Breakfast at Applebees
Ty's
pancake breakfast on February 17th, at Applebees went better
than
anyone
could have imagined. The outpouring of
support from the community
was
incredible.
At one
point, there was a line with almost 35 people outside
waiting
to get in.
$7,000
was raised (that is alot of
pancakes!), but more
importantly Ty and his family received
emotional
support from all walks
of life!
Scott, Amy, Ty and Robert would like to thank
everyone who attended
and made donations. A special thanks to all who volunteered their time that
morning.

Ty at pancake breakfast with Ed Bostic of Sunny 100

Truck handmade by friend of the family, Butch Hartman, that was auctioned
at the pancake breakfast.
February 2007
- Surprise Dinner with Columbus Cottonmouths
Ty was completely surprised with a surprise dinner with the Columbus Cottonmouths Hockey Team at Stevi B's Pizza on February 26, 2007. Ty was so touched that he was moved with sobbing tears of joy. What a great group of guys! Kudos to the team and also special thanks to team mom, Debbie, for making it happen!
March 2007 - Fundraiser at Stevi B's Pizza with Columbus Cottonmouths
We had a great turnout for the Stevi B's fundraiser with the Columbus Cottonmouths
on March 14, 2007. Picture (left) is Ty with Coach Boom Boom and the entire team. Pictured (right) is Ty with his favorite player Andrew Dwyer, #55. We would like to
thank
Weezie, the owner of Stevi B's, Matt, who was manager the day of the event,
the entire Stevi B's crew, and the Columbus Cottonmouths for hosting this event. Thanks so much!
March 2007 - Ty with Special Friend 
Pictured is Ty with Jennye, a very special friend.
March 2007 - Ty Rides the Zamboni
Ty got to ride the zamboni at game number one of the Cottonmouths playoffs on Thursday, March 29, 2007
April 2007 - Ty & Robert Go to Disney on Ice
Ty and his family recently attended Disney on Ice at the Columbus Civic Center
courtesy of The Starlight Starbright Children's Foundation of Atlanta.
April 2007 - Fun at the Renaissance Festival
Ty and Robert have fun at the Renaissance Festival.
April 2007 - Guest of honor at Ranger Demonstration

Ty was guest of honor at a Ranger demonstration recently held at Fort Benning.
He was presented
a Ranger coin for his courage that he shows every day.
May 6, 2007 - Ty's Birthday Party at Monkey Joes
Ty celebrated his 11th birthday with his family and friends on Sunday, May 6,
at Monkey Joe's in Columbus. Special thanks to the entire Monkey Joe's staff for
making Ty's 11th birthday "one to remember."
May 2007 - Ty's Wish Granted by the "Make-a-Wish" Foundation
The "Make-a-Wish" Foundation granted Ty his wish to go on a Disney Cruise with
his family. It was presented to him on his birthday, May 8. Thanks so much to this wonderful
organization that is making children's dreams come true!
June 2007 - Disney Cruise!
Ty and his family set sail on a 5-day cruise aboard the Disney Wonder Ship.
One of their stops was Castaway Cay. The Flying Dutchman's Ship is in the background. It is an ordiginal prop from the Pirates of the Caribbean movie.
Everyone had a great time, especially Ty. Special thanks to the Make-a-Wish Foundation who granted this very special wish for Ty.
June 2007 - Dolphin Swim in Nassau
We also stopped in Nassau and Ty fulfilled the other part of his wish . . .
to swim with dolphins!
August 2007 - Our Family We are truly blessed to be family!

September 2007 - Our New Addition
We have a new addition to our family. Her name is Jade and she is an 11-month
old german shepherd. We would like to thank Donnita Waters and Claws & Paws animal rescue in Buena Vista for giving her to us. She is truly a blessing to this
family.
We love her so much!
October 2007 - Halloween
Do you recognize me? Ty and Robert ready for Halloween
October 2007
- Cottonmouth's Hockey Season We waited all summer for Cottonmouth Hockey to start. Hers it Ty with one of the
game's BEST and most caring players Andrew Dwyer #55. Thank you Drew!

November 2007 - Beach Trip
Ty and Robert had fun during our "well-needed" trip to Panama City Beach.

December 2007 - Make a Wish Holiday Party with the Cottonmouths
Ty was special guest at a "Make A Wish" holiday party at the Columbus Cottonmouth's game on December 8. He was asknowledged and got to "drop the puck" to start the game! The fans and players just went nuts!

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