Why do I write!
I write because my heart has been broken and I’ve learned how not to let that break be the final word. In Damage Control, I open the door to my personal journey from devastation to direction, from heartbreak to a life that still holds meaning. But writing isn’t just about what happened to me. It’s about what I discovered afterward: that healing takes time, that love can change shape, and that grief doesn’t have to silence hope.
That’s also why I make and share recipes in my cookbooks like Tastes of Heaven because comfort can be practical, and nourishment can be a form of faith. My books, articles, and foundation newsletters are all part of the same promise: you can survive what you never asked for, and you can rebuild with courage, purpose, and the help of others.
I write to honor the pain… and to point readers toward the heart saves waiting on the other side.
That’s also why I make and share recipes in my cookbooks like Tastes of Heaven because comfort can be practical, and nourishment can be a form of faith. My books, articles, and foundation newsletters are all part of the same promise: you can survive what you never asked for, and you can rebuild with courage, purpose, and the help of others.
I write to honor the pain… and to point readers toward the heart saves waiting on the other side.
DAMAGE CONTROL -
Heart Breaks to Heart Saves!
Damage Control – Heart Breaks to Heart Saves, is about the tragic loss of an only child, Anthony Bates. He was living his dream life, playing college football at Kansas State University when his life tragically ended from an undiagnosed heart condition. The book outlines how his mother, Sharon Bates, overcame the obstacles to provide heart health screenings for nearly 1 million young people. His mother built a legacy in Anthony’s honor to provide heart health screenings to young people across the country and in many corners of the world. Sharon was doing the “heart work” while healing her own heart from the loss of her son and the other challenges she faced in her life. By reading this book, the author hopes you will find inspiration from her perseverance and persistence to make YOUR impact in the world we occupy together.
Tastes of Heaven - Vol. 3, 2024
Tastes of Heaven, Vol. 3 (2024) is a delicious celebration from the Anthony Bates Foundation featuring 300+ mouthwatering recipes shared by friends, family, and supporters worldwide. From comforting classics to standout favorites, every page is packed with flavor, love, and the kind of community you can truly taste. Bring it to your kitchen and let these “heavenly” bites turn everyday meals into something meaningful.