March 2010 – Poem of the Month

“LIFT UP YOUR WINGS”

 Here I stand as a sinful man,

I played my cards and didn’t win a hand.

I thought I knew when to hold and when to fold,

And now the road is cold because of snow I suppose.

My conscious tells me I’ll be alright,

But I’m wheezing, I’m freezing and I’ve got frostbite.

They say my robe is in heaven but it’s off white,

And when I shine it’s a soft light.

Everyone rates me as a 3^rd class,

I gave up on the game in the first half.

But God picked me up and saw me through,

I thought I knew it all but I had no clue.

He is there when you go through the valley,

The score doesn’t matter…only His tally.

When everything shatters He’ll pick up your dreams,

In the midst of crash landings He’ll lift up your wings.

Written By: Todd Bates

2-12-10

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“In the midst of a recession, let us not forget our loved ones and the many blessings that are still in our lives. May we build on LOVE and a strong foundation of family. ” ~ Todd Bates

“My Love” 11-19-09

Love is patient love is kind,
It amazes but it’s blind.
Love is laughter overjoyed,
It happens to young girls and older boys.

Not because it robs the cradle,
Just as it cripples it enables.
It starts out as a crush,
It improves from little into much.

As it trickles it does favors,
It introduces to family and neighbors,
It takes you up like elevators.

It makes you fly as it takes you high,
In tough times it helps you get by.
It takes your hand and soothes your back,
When the load is too heavy it picks up slack.

Words can’t express what I gain from it,
And as you achieve I accomplish.
For you I’d try and die by slug,
Bound by blood you are my love.

Written by: Todd Bates 11.19.2009

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January 2010 Poem Of The Month

“THE PLAN FOR SUCCESS”

Most people need a plan for success,

Especially if you were not handed success.

Some had parents that demanded their best,

But even if you didn’t you can still reach your crest.

All it takes is hard work and time that you will have to invest.

It doesn’t matter if your plan is simple or complex,

All that really matters is that you implement and win your contest.

From here it can be as easy as inhale or exhale,

But you do need a plan to excel, because the man that doesn’t plan…plans to fail.

Moral: Faith without action is dead. If you have a dream or you want to be the best at something, draw out your plan and stick to it.

Written by: Todd Bates

5-28-08

“A Christmas with You” 12-24-08

Your presence is my gift, as your touch uplifts,

I love you so much, and you are my crutch whenever I slip,

When I can’t quiet get the handle of things you are my grip,

I’m glad we have some mistletoe so I can kiss those beautiful lips.

Spending time together is on my mind.

It’s like Christmas mixed with Valentines,

Wherever you are I’m not far behind,

Down Lovers Lane we go to wine and dine.

I want to be with you this holiday season,

My love…my life…my reason for breathing,

So let just relax and enjoy this evening.

I haven’t received a single gift, but I don’t feel blue,

I was glad not sad because my wish came true.

All I asked Santa for was a Christmas with you.

Written By: Todd Bates

Copyright: Todd Bates Enterprises LLC

December, 2009 Poem of the Month

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“STOP & SMELL THE ROSES”

11-9-08

Life on the run is really no fun.
Your accomplishments mean something, but what have you really done?

Sometimes you really lose when you think that you’ve won.

On your road to success you get less rest.

You forget about your family and put all of your relationships to the test.
If your life is defined by your work, then who does that impress?

Don’t forget about the little things.
Live life and learn what it really means!
Love and laugh because your time is all you have.

Let the scent of the rose hit your nose and I hope that you grasp.
Don’t let life pass you by because it goes by fast!
The future soon becomes past,

But I’ll keep hoping that you focus on making it last.

When in a hurry, true beauty goes unnoticed.

So take the time today to stop and smell the roses.

Written By: Todd Bates
Copyright: Todd Bates Enterprises LLC

November, 2009 Poem of the Month

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