I need to depend on Someone who is bigger, stronger and wiser than I am. I don't do it on my own. God is my strength. He gave me a good body and some talent and the freedom to develop it. He helps me when things go wrong. He forgives me when I fall on my face. He lights the way.

Failure is a part of success.

I can't recall a day this year or last when I did not hear the name of Babe Ruth.

I never thought we'd ever have a black president. President Obama has done such a tremendous job He just has been unable to get what he needs to be moved at the level it should be moved.

Guessing what the pitcher is going to throw is 80% of being a successful hitter. The other 20% is just execution.

Maybe the day will come when I can sit back and be content....But until that day comes, I intend to stay in the batter's box - I don't let the big guys push me out of there anymore - and keep hammering away.

I am very proud to be an American. This country has so much potential, I'd just like to see things better, or whatever, and I think it will be.