Todd Bates

FEBRUARY, 2012 “MY FLOWER OF LOVE”

Todd — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:08:00 +0000

Have a wonderful day and I hope you enjoy this month’s poem “My Flower of Love.” Don’t forget to leave a comment! I appreciate your feedback!

“My Flower of Love”

You are like a star that’s shooting,
More beautiful than falls Aster Beauty.
Deep dreamy eyes, cute nose and cute lips,
When I enter winter you are my Red Tulip.

You make me sing of spring and act all silly,
I go head over heals for my Golden Lily.
You are as feisty as a firecracker and gunpowder,
You are the wonder of summer…as pretty as a Sunflower.

With every step you take, you strike a pose.
The world sees your thorns, but I see a Rose.
When it rains God showers from above,
He nourishes you…my flower of love.

Written By: Todd Bates
07-27-09
February, 2012 “Poem of the Month”
www.toddbates.org
© Todd Bates Enterprises

January, 2012 “The Best Parts of Me”

Todd — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:35:45 +0000

The January, 2012 Poem of the Month: “The Best Parts of Me”
Have a great month & Happy New Year!

“THE BEST PARTS OF ME”
Without the rain our seeds would die,
We need it as the sun needs the sky.
Having the will to prosper proves you’re bold,
Just like the Word and Gospel soothes the soul.

Just as the detective seeks mysteries,
We should aim at perfection and speak victory.
Warm or cold…tank top or sweater,
Arms will not fold because we can’t stop getting better.

Just as the waves and ripples are the art of the sea,
Bringing out the greatness in others
REVEALS THE BEST PARTS OF ME.

Written By: Todd Bates
1/15/2012
(c) Todd Bates Enterprises LLC

December 2011, “Faith & Dreams”

Todd — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 13:31:04 +0000

Every year around this time people begin to make resolutions and set new goals for the new year ahead. Take a moment and appreciate today and just simply remember that no matter the size of your dreams… they can and will be accomplished with faith! Have a great month and I hope you enjoy and are inspired after reading the Poem of the Month “Faith & Dreams”.

“Faith & Dreams”

It’s trusting and believing in God’s heart and His Power,
The battle is won, and He will come, but we don’t know the hour.
Faith is the substance of things hoped for and evidence of the unseen,
This sounds a lot like goals and dreams.

The Holy Spirit takes over and it makes me brave,
I repent and gain strength every time I pray.
I let God drive and though I have no idea where He’s taking me,
I trust Him with my faith and dreams.

Written By: Todd Bates
9-9-2009
© Todd Bates Enterprises LLC

“Our Moments” Print-Poem with Daniel Moore

Todd — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:47:42 +0000

Capture the intensity and passion of some of the greatest plays, players and coaches in collegiate football history in our newest Print-Poem release from the artist/writer team of Daniel A. Moore and former Tide standout and Permanent Team Captain Todd Bates.

There is no secret to success and faring well. Preparation and dedication leads to a program being unparalleled. It’s where defense has always come to play, and offense steps up, and coaches keep men focused as they always prep tough. These sentiments expressed in Bates’ powerful prose are further accentuated by Moore’s classic masterwork, “Crimson Legacy”.

The poem “Our Moments” captures some of the GREATEST plays in Alabama football history. Get your copy today! Visit http://www.danielmooreart.com/prse.html and to see other Print-Poems to order. You can also call to order at 1-800-735-2787 Monday-Friday 9am – 5pm CDT.

“OUR MOMENTS” Poem by Todd Bates featured with the “Crimson Legacy” Print by Daniel A. Moore.

It’s “The Kick”, it’s “The Catch”
Its pluck and grit and respect.
It’s the south, it’s success,
This is Alabama Football and we are the best.

It’s the flare,
It’s the player,
It’s the prayer,
It’s the legends like the Bear.

It’s “The Goal Line Stand”
It’s the fans,
It’s the best team in the land.

It’s “The Sack”
It’s the facts,
Its tradition…and this is that.

It’s giving our all to be on top
And it’s where passion is stocked.
It’s beating the Vols like “Rocky Stop”
and “The Maximum Block”

It’s winning followed by Rammer Jammer.
It’s being proud because we are Alabama.

Get your copy today! Visit http://www.danielmooreart.com/prse.html to see other Print-Poems to order. You can also call to order at 1-800-735-2787 Monday-Friday 9am – 5pm CDT.

November, 2011 “Leaping Giants”

Todd — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 04:58:21 +0000

Happy November to you! Please take a moment to read the Poem of the Month “Leaping Giants”. Be encouraged no matter what your “Giant” may be in life! You can accomplish ALL things by faith!

“Leaping Giants” 10-28-08

There was a chink in my armor,
Character and discipline were the common links to my honor,
A couple of inches and I was a goner,
I’m so glad I had the Lord in my corner.

The giant was huge but he underestimated my leap,
I’m at my best in the face of defeat.

Although I’m well trained I do nothing on my own,
When I am weak I rely on the Lord to make me strong,

In time you will find that all giants are obstacles,
But you can do the unthinkable because through the Lord anything is possible.

Written By: Todd Bates
Copyright: Todd Bates Enterprises LLC.

Don’t forget to get your copy of “The Bama Way: Profiles of Champions” NOW AVAILABLE in bookstores and at amazon.com. To see more details on the book and my inspiritational blog go to http://www.profilesofchampionsbook.com/blog/

REVIEW of “The Bama Way: Profiles of Champions”

Todd — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 18:21:51 +0000

Please check out this review of my new book “The Bama Way: Profiles of Champions”. I co-authored this book with two great guys Scott Lynch and Scott Haugen! The review is by Chris Chandler from ALCrimsonTide.com! Be sure to get your copy today!!!!
Roll Tide!

REVIEW BY CHRIS CHANDLER: www.ALCrimsonTide.com/bamaway

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT “The Bama Way: Profiles of Champions” check out our website with extra video footage from the players profiled and my inspirational blog! http://www.profilesofchampionsbook.com/alabama/

October, 2011 REMEMBERING A CHAMP

Todd — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:18:16 +0000

To all my sports fans this month I’d like to pay tribute to those teams and individuals that won a championship ring or brought home the gold! The road to championships is a winding road with many curves and obstacles. Take a look back at Auburn’s come back wins in 2010, and Alabama’s close calls in 2009. The truth is that winning comes down to a matter of inches and seconds. Many have come up short or let time pass them by. Winners are immune to adversity and adversity is something every champ has faced. As your favorite team take the field this week, take a moment and reminisce on how fun it was watching them be successful!

“Remembering A Champ”

They have knowledge only the strong would know,
They went on this journey long ago.
With grit and wit as they hit with incredible pride,
They took us all on an unforgettable ride.

Just as wave after wave won’t batter the shark,
The brave never cave it’s a matter of heart.
When they were hurt they proved their worth, because they understood the pain.
Their code was play with soul and now a banner hangs.

They shared a common goal… to win a ring,
Today it is an honor to commend supreme.
A team is not a team when they first enter camp,
This is the reason and the season to remember a champ.

Written By: Todd Bates
9/26/2011
(c) Todd Bates Enterprises LLC
Inspired & Motivated

NEW BOOK BY TODD BATES!

Todd — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 05:00:45 +0000

TheBamaWay ”The Bama Way: Profiles of Champions” pre-order your copy today! I co-authored this book with two great men Scott Lynch and Scott Haugen! The book is about players from each of Alabama’s 13 National Championship wins.

Product Description

From their first national title in the 1926 Rose Bowl to the 2010 BCS National Championship Game, The Bama Way: Profiles of a Champion highlights the life of one extraordinary player from each of the Crimson Tide s 13 national championship teams. Alabama 2004 team captain Todd Bates profiles the lives of these men who were true champions both on and off the field through one-on-one interviews with the players and their families. Unique to this one-of-a-kind book are the reproductions of each player s favorite piece of memorabilia. Replicas include Lee Roy Jordan s treasured coin flipped by President John F. Kennedy before the 1962 Orange Bowl, Ray Perkins official scholarship offer signed by the legendary Paul Bear Bryant, and Greg McElroy s name banner that hung on his locker at the 2010 BCS title game. Every Alabama fan will want to read about these outstanding men who built the great tradition that is Crimson Tide football!

Pre-order your copy today at http://www.amazon.com/Bama-Way-Profiles-Champions/dp/0794833020/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1308061718&sr=8-3

THE BOOK WILL BE RELEASED OCTOBER 18, 2011!

September, 2011 “MAKE ME THE BEST”

Todd — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 20:48:21 +0000

Football season…cooler temperatures, Ahh it’s that time of the year! Have a great month and I hope you are inspired by this month’s Poem of the Month!

“MAKE ME THE BEST”

Lord give me the vision that the top see,
When they knock me or try to stop me please give me moxie.
For this journey I know I will need quicks and bulk,
When walls won’t fall or the way gets difficult.

Give me courage when clouds seem to flood the skies,
Help me to fight for insight, even when there is blood in my eyes.
I’m gaining momentum and building a lead,
I have the heart of a champ and the will to succeed.

I want to shine so bright I’m surpassing the sun,
Show me the way and what has to be done.
Introduce me to pinnacles, summits, and take me to crests,
Do what you have to do to make me the best.

Written By: Todd Bates
7-26-11
(c) Todd Bates Enterprises LLC

2011 CAMP PICTURES

Todd — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:53:11 +0000

The 2011 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp photo’s are available for purchase through photographer Trent Penny. Thanks!

http://trentpenny.eventpictures.com/index.jsp