My Life in Sports

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About This Video

This spot was intended to reach out to all of us who are not so athletically minded. No matter what your talent is, it is important and worth developing. For adults, parents and mentors, it's important to help young people search for that particular ability, which may not be so obvious at first. In the filming of this spot, the members of the choir performed very well - especially considering that they had just learned the song!

Video Transcript

MUSIC: It takes a lot to know what is love…
MOM: Alright, don’t hold back now, give me all you’ve got.
MUSIC: And there is never a day that passes by I don’t think of you.
MOM: Maybe baseball is your game. Hey pal bring it in, right here.
MUSIC: You were always there for me.
MOM: How about golf? Ok, uh, choke down a little bit.
MUSIC: Pushing me and guiding me always to succeed. I want to thank you for the time and I’m proud to say your mine. You showed me everything that I should know. You showed me just how to walk without your hands.
BOY: ‘Cause mom you always were the perfect fan.
ANNCR/SUPER: Appreciation… Pass it on. A message from The Foundation for a Better Life.

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0	Mica Juani Jose 30 days ago from Buenos Aires You have to try to find what you like.
1	CATA, BELU Y BAUTA 30 days ago from buenos aires We love this pour little guy.
2	Joshua Nyantika 3 months ago from Nairobi, Kenya It's so inspiring, its the best for me....I Love it!!!
3	EDUARDO ANTUNEZ 7 months ago from Omaha,Nebraska this is me when i was little because i wasnt good with sports and then when i got bigger i got better so thats me in the video ha!ha!ha!
4	James S 10 months ago from Ohio That's me right there. This brought a tear to my eye, because in the eyes of my peers I was lame cause I didn't play sports and sung instead, but in the eyes of my parents I was doing a wonderful job and as long as I was doing what I was in to, it was the best.
5	Jhon about 1 year ago from Skyforest, California I love many of your spots on TV, but this is by far my favorite! You see, my 7 year old grandson, who had leukemia at the age of 2 and endured 3 1/2 years of chemo treatment, looks and acts just like this boy! He may never be a great athlete, but he is blessing so many lives....including his single grandmother who is raising him! I cry every time, unashamedly!
6	Amanda F. over 1 year ago from California I saw this spot the other day and I started to cry a little because The Prefect Fan had to be one of my fave songs by BSB off their Millienium cd. The first time I heard the song I cried because the song was so amazing and sweet. In the spot, I love how she tried to help her son find his thing and she was proud of him even though his spot was not in sports. It is so inspirational to never give up no matter how many times you fail and no matter what someone will be proud of you.
7	Rachel A. over 1 year ago from Denver, CO Yes, the song is "Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys.
8	Rachel ML over 1 year ago from Bakersfield I finally decided to investigate the song to listen to it in it's entire version. Thank you to the person that knew it was Backstreet Boys. Beautiful.
9	Rachel A. over 1 year ago from Denver, CO This spot was released for Mother's Day. For spots about fathers watch Holding The Light, The Wall, Umpire, Apple Stand, and Truck Stop.
10	Cindy G. over 1 year ago from Clayton, DE I was so touched by this spot tonight I just had to look it up. This is the 10th time I've been on your site today! Your commercials keep inspring me and I just love all the music from each one - I wish you sold it all on an album! Thank you for what you're doing and please don't stop!! Keep it going!!!
11	Tim H. over 1 year ago from Oklahoma What are trying to say about Fathers in this spot?
12	Mona G over 1 year ago from Alabama I love all the commercials. "You can let go, Daddy" is the saddest one and reminds you what is so important in life. Having the people you love around you. I was hoping to see the one about the little girl sharing candy.
13	Casidy A. over 1 year ago from Indiana I love the Backstreet Boys. When this song is put to a video like this, it brings a whole new meaning to the song. Amazing song choice.
14	Juni V over 1 year ago from Susquehanna, PA Yes, it is "The Perfect Fan" by the Backstreet Boys. My son and I danced to this song at his wedding 10 years ago.
15	Kristy S. over 1 year ago from Indiana This is really cute. Perfect song that goes with it too.
16	Paris,M almost 2 years ago from Los Angeles This is my favorite. It touches my heart. It was so sweet to step up and sing it to his mom.
17	Sierra G almost 2 years ago from North Carolina I also stop whatever I am doing to watch these commercials.
18	Craig R almost 2 years ago from Washington, DC Hey! I was that kid (in about 1958). I was constantly counseled to "keep your eye on the ball." I did, and was convinced that it'd do me great bodily harm. At its imminent approach, no matter what the sport, I'd "duck and cover." Needless to say, I was not chosen for many sports teams. Nevertheless, thanks to sensitive parenting, I grew up to become a Naval Aviator, airline pilot and, now, a veteran (meaning old) journalist. Thanks for the terrific, heartwarming promo (and for sharing Nancy P, the prettiest "mom" ever)!
19	V. Jones almost 2 years ago from Georgia My Life in Sports reminds me SO MUCH of my own son (smile). I love it. Everytime it comes on, I stop what I'm doing and run to watch it.
20	Nancy P. about 2 years ago from Utah I should mention, that the people who wrote, directed and participated in the making of this commercial were amazing and wonderful. It was truly a pleasure to be "mom"!
21	Nancy P. about 2 years ago from Utah Hi Audrey B., I am the mom in this commercial. I, however, am not Tia from One Life to Live, though it is quite a complement. Thank you! :)
22	D.Henderson about 2 years ago from St.Petersburg.Fl My very favorite commercial!! Everytime I see this I get chills and tears in my eyes.Who is that adorable young man and the mother?
23	Shelly H. over 2 years ago from Richmond, VA Love this commercial! For those of us who have boys, it really hits home. My oldest has just joined the Marine Corps!!! It makes me want to cry every time I see it! BEAUTIFUL!
24	Audrey B. over 2 years ago from Florida No one is answering my question: Who plays the Mother in "My Life In Sports"? Is she the actress, "Tia" from One Life To Live (who is an excellent actress)?
25	Rachel A. over 2 years ago from Denver, CO I believe the song is called "The Perfect Fan," originally recorded by the Backstreet Boys.
26	Michelle D over 2 years ago from Walnut, CA Does anyone know who sings this song and the title of it?
27	Hank S. over 2 years ago from Eustis, Fl I love all your spots. This one is great as well. However, I do get a kick out of the baseball scene where a milkman is delivering milk in glass bottles..must be the 50's.
28	Aine W over 2 years ago from The Villages, FL I love this spot! Never get tired of looking at it or getting its wonderful message!
29	Doti H over 2 years ago from Minnesota The best "commercial" I've seen! The Better Life commercials are better than the TV programs! As a mother with non-sports children who are now grown, I wish these had been shown long ago. My children are now in the Arts (Music & Design). We need more of these statements to tell our children that participating in sports isn't everything! KEEP IT UP!
30	Lori G. over 2 years ago from Alexandria, Alabama I absolutely love the one for apperication with the mom and the son. It makes me cry everytime I see it. I reminds me of how my parents never gave up on me when I needed it. keep making these wonderful videos.
31	Roxane S over 2 years ago from California This commercial touches my heart every single time I see it. All of the Better Life commercials are great, but this one gets me good--especially when I hear the kids singing at the end! Love it! And the little boy, too!
32	Kayla, H over 2 years ago from Forney, Texas I love the end of this commercial
33	Jo G. over 2 years ago from Texas Wonderful message! Who is the actress in this commercial? She seems familiar to me.
34	Cindy almost 3 years ago from Dallas, TX I love this! My two boys love the you commercials. Keep them coming!
35	Flavoris B. about 3 years ago from Mabry Middle, S.C. That little boy never gave up.
36	Carol T. over 3 years ago from Princess Anne, MD Hi, I would like to know the name of the song in the commercial about appreciation. [The song is called "The Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys.]
37	A.J. over 3 years ago from NJ Awww! This video is so cute! It made me cry when I saw how frustrated the boy got, then he sang absolutely beautifully! Kinda reminds me of my own journey.
38	George over 3 years ago from Egypt This is a wonderful spot.
39	Neil M over 3 years ago from Manila, PH I really like the "Life in Sports" spot. It's very touching for me and I'll never forget the value of appreciation.
40	Ismuel A over 3 years ago from ISRAEL BLESS YOU ALL MORE AND MORE...
41	Jacqueline C over 3 years ago from Memphis, TN Love, Love, Love.
42	Sarah C about 4 years ago from Doylestown, PA I heard about this! I can't believe I missed it last night. GO Backstreet Boys! Love ya!
43	Crislyn about 4 years ago from Manila, Philippines Very touching. It brought tears to my eyes.
44	Francesco Wang about 4 years ago from A great mother.
45	Linda V. about 4 years ago from Florida, USA AWW the end brought tears to my eyes!
46	Shakita Y. about 4 years ago from Raleigh, North Carolina My son and I love this commercial and I cry every morning when I see it, because my son says that about me and it makes me feel so good and he hugs me when this commercial comes on.
47	Heather about 4 years ago from Windsor, Ontario Canada I love this one...I sent to my mom to show her how much I care :) xoxoxo luv u mom!
48	Amanda over 4 years ago from Florida, USA Amazing spot. I really loved it great job using the Backstreet Boys. I've always loved "The Perfect Fan." Brian did such a great job writing it too.
49	Julie S. over 4 years ago from West Sacramento, California USA This just made me cry! I love it!
50	Vivian R. over 4 years ago from Bacolod, Philippines I am not usually a Backstreet Boys fan but this song is very touching. I would like my son to memorize this song and let him sing it for his mothers (his grandmother, his aunt, and for me!)
51	Jana M. over 4 years ago from Columbus, Ohio USA FBL is incredible - thank you so much for the time, money, and effort you've put into it - it makes a difference! p.s. The song is "Perfect Fan" by Backstreet Boys
52	Molly B. almost 5 years ago from Long Island, New York USA I saw this spot ONCE a few years ago. It was around 2am and I had my eyes closed. I opened them when I heard the music, because my sister had been a huge fan of the Backstreet Boys. I was crying by the time it was through. The message was so true and pure, and just beautiful.
53	Sandra G. almost 5 years ago from Miami, Florida USA I love this.
54	Bro. Louie D. almost 5 years ago from Cebu, Philippines Love... thank you for this wonderful video and music. By the way, what is the title of the song? Love it!!!
55	Samuel N. A. almost 5 years ago from Ghana I like everything about the site and hope that you can develop and educate more people on learning how to share with others from all parts of the world. I like it. Please try and send some magazines to us in Africa to share with us your nice teaching. I like you. Bless your organisation.
56	Letty L almost 5 years ago from Mexico City, Mexico The best music. I love it. Thank you for including this song. It has a beautiful meaning.
57	Lady Samm almost 5 years ago from Toronto, Canada Ok, this one made me tear. I realized very early that all of my children were blessed with different talents. Each applauded for what made them unique. I celebrate them like this MUMM with her son. Bless you for this nice reminder!
58	Kay V about 5 years ago from Ft Collins CO Teach unconditional love. Love is the answer.

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