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Scott, Amy and brother Robert stood with Ty as he was baptized recently at
First Presbyterian Church by Pastor Chuck.

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.

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!

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!

Ty got to ride the zamboni at game number one of the Cottonmouths playoffs on Thursday, March 29, 2007

Ty and Robert have fun at the Renaissance Festival.

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.

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."

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 original 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.

We also stopped in Nassau and Ty fulfilled the other part of his wish . . .
to swim with dolphins!

We are truly blessed to be family!

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!

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!

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

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

Ty, Robert and Dad (Scott) enjoying the day at a Braves game.

Ty & Robert ready for a Jeep ride with Papa Bernie. Ty & Robert with cousins Jori, Kassidy and Miranda. Ty & Robert with Great Grandma Bebe.

Courtesy of Starlight Childrens Foundation, we had tickets to the Atlanta Hawks open practice session. The Foundation helps seriously ill children and their families cope with their pain, fear and isolation through entertainment, education and family activities.
It was a great time!

Ty enjoying the annual Christmas party from Starlight Children's Foundation in Atlanta.

Family with Pilot Henry Rice
The boys with Larry Henry

Our dear friend Larry Henry organized a trip to Panama city for us in December.
Thanks to Harry and Sunday Rice for flying the boys and I down in his own personal plane with the "best co-pilot" he said he has ever had (Ty). At Panama City we stayed in a 3 bedroom condo thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Alexander and Aaron and Linda White.

.Ty with Cottonmouth Andrew Dwyer, Ty's favorite and one of the most compassionate Cottonmouth's players.

Ty was surprised at school by some of the Columbus Cottonmouths. They gave him an autographed hockey jersey. The players were Andrew Dwyer, Craig Stahl, Tim Green, Lorne Misita, Will Barlow, Mat Ponto and Ryan Rutz. Ty was brought to tears! These guys are awesome! GO SNAKES!

The song that plays on the home page was written about Ty two years ago by
Jeff Pearson with the help of the youth at our church, First Presbyterian in Columbus. Jeff is the Director of Youth & Children's Ministry there. The young people who contributed to writing the song are Amelia Barton, Annie Garrard, Larry Henry, Whit Laney, Katie Mack, Kyle Moye and Carrie Ann Sharritt. It was recorded at The Loft in Columbus. The vocals are Jeff Pearson, Alan Giles, Katie Mack, Molly Simkins, and Alana Word.

Ty tossed the game coin at the beginning of the Columbus Lions first home game and won the toss for the lions! Thanks to Coach Jason Gibson for making this happen and giving our family season tickets with awesome seats!

The Starlight Children's Foundation sponsored "A Stellar Night" gala March 28,
where Ty "the hugger" was the honorable door greeter. Macy's presented our family
with an all-expense VIP trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade in NYC!!!
Come on Turkey Day, get here!!

Thanks to Atlanta Thrasher Chris Thorburn and Starlight Children's Foundation for complimentary tickets to a game!

Ty, his brother Robert, and friend Charlie Hall enjoyed a day at Wild Animal Safari
in Pine Mountain.

Pictures from the Snipers Association Banquet held at the new Infantry Museumon October 22, 2009. Ty was filling in for Mark Rozycki, who is the President of the Association, and is currently in Kuwait. Ty was thrilled and honored to fill his shoes. Thanks Coach Mark and hurry home soon!

These photos were taken at Northville Sports Den in Northville, Michigan.
Thanks to a very special friend, Eric Gutman, for arranging this Fundraiser/Auction
for Ty. Over $2,200.00 was raised for Ty. Thank you Eric. You ROCK!!

Click to view video >>

Ty's Spirit Night at the Phenix City Chik-fil-a given thrown by Holley Adams and Katie Renee Mitchell. A BIG thanks to all who helped and to Chik-fila.

The Thrashers hosted a night of unique experiences for Ty and us on Tuesday, February 2nd, during the Thrashers vs. Lightning game. We were treated to lower level tickets for the game and was a star for the night participating in the pre-game Penalty Box experience, an intermission broadcast booth visit and receiving a VIP seat visit by Thrash and our Blue Crew Girls. In addition, Eric Boulton, Marty Reasoner and Chris Thorburn hosted a post-game meet & greet to sign autographs and take pictures.

We had a blast on our trip to Discovery Cove and Sea World in Orlando. We want
to give a very special thank you to Peggy Parrish who is part of the Community Affairs team for putting this awesome trip together. We were treated like VIP's and cannot
thank her enough! We were treated to the parks and had our personal cabana with
a GREAT guide named June who took wonderful care of all our needs.

Click here to view Montage Video of our Trip >>

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Ty and his Papa Mike at a park in Atlanta with a handicap swing. Ty loved being
pushed in it.

Ty participated in the Special Olympics on April 26. He took 1st in two events
and 3rd in another. The man with Ty is his Parapro (for the 3rd year in a row)
Eric Lindsey.

 

Ty with brother Robert                            Ty with his Mom

A BIG thank you to the wonderful and gracious family, who prefer to remain
anonymous, for buying Ty his very own Ipad. This has brought him so much
enjoyment. Thanks also to Wes Weaver for purchasing and replacing the carpet
in Robert's room from "Ty Flood 2011."

October / November 2011