Tree Decoration 2009

Mom (off camera) led Katie and Emma in the tree decorating process. A joyous and happy time in the Spears' household.

Bowling Party

Forgot to post this earlier that as a part of Katie's birthday, we had a bowling party.

Below, Uncle Scott and Katie poise to knock down some pins.

Halloween '09

The girls still love trick or treat. The weather was quite good this year and they collected a large bounty of candy. (I'm still eating their candy today!)



The gals went around the neighborhood with a group of the neighborhood friends.

Katie Turns 13

Katie officially became a teenager this year. I'm thinking we will survive it.



Uncle Scott gave Katie (and the rest of the family a surprise gift -- a Wii. Emma had to go up stairs to scream she was so excited and Katie was quite surprised herself.

Comic Con 2009

As part of Katie birthday gifts, Uncle Scott and I took her to the Midwest Comic Con held at the convention center in downtown Columbus. We had a great time. There were a gazillion comic books there and some very interesting sessions from some of the comic scenes greatest contributors.



Here I am looking like I'm putting my hand on Iron Man's bottom. I swear I'm not.

Katie's Concert

Katie plays the flute in the band at her middle school - Genoa.

Here's a couple photos from one of her latest concert.