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John 8:12 "I am the light of the world."

Saturday, February 29, 2020

A Letter For You

If I could tell you my child
you are beautiful.

If I could place my eyes onto yours
you would know what love is!

O' child you had a beautiful story
to tell.

Maybe your story wasn't a fairy tale story.
Maybe your story wasn't planned.
Maybe your story was of loneliness.
Maybe your story was of fear of the unknown.

But it was your story!

You never got to tell your story.
Your Mom received no support to be with you.
Your Mom was in a empty space of hopelessness.
Your life was presented to a person who is
allowed to terminate human lives.

I know you were so much more!
I believe in you every day!

The world has closed its eyes on you.
But your Heavenly Father will
never do so.

Our Lord has a letter for you 
my child . +++

Psalm 139 13-18
Even the darkness will not be
dark to you, the night will shine
like the day , for darkness is as
light to you.  for you created
my inmost being, you knit me
together in my mother's womb.
I praise you because I am
fearfully and wonderfully
made, your works are
wonderful!
I know that full well.
My frame was not hidden
from you.
When I was made in the
secret place,
when I was woven together
in the depths of the earth.
Your eyes saw my unformed
body.

Isaiah  64 verse 8
Yet, O Lord you are Our Father
we are the clay and you the
potter; we are all the work of
your hands.

Why is it when an unborn baby is wanted
it's called a "baby."  But if an unborn
baby is unwanted it's called a "fetus , 
cell , or a blob ?"

Abba 3-21-2017

Has Anyone Ever Written Anything for You / 2-29-2020 (Beautiful)

A Text Message from God / 1-10-2018

Pro-Life video's and stories by Lori Foster / 8-17-2016

Project Rachel and Gabriel for Pregnancies, depression, addictions 6-2016

Lori Foster's Thoughts on Abortion / 2-2020

Has Anyone ever Written Anything For You , by Stevie Nicks (Beautiful)


Friday, February 28, 2020

Embrace The Cross

Today is Friday "Embrace The Cross " You may go to
days of the week music ! you will find Friday's between
the Crosses.
ENJOY !

Shine
It Ain't Me\
Lonely People
I Need You
Wind of Change

May we turn our nightlights on +++
In honor of our beloved one's 
May you make the sign of cross on your
forehead or chest.
Kiss photo or announce name or names and
Kiss a crucifix or image of Jesus +++
You may use the image of "Embrace The Cross."
Blessings Always,
Lori Foster

Sparrow , by Audrey Assad


Thursday, February 27, 2020

Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Just To Be With You , by Third Day


Ash Wednesday and Video's

February 26th is Ash Wednesday +++ (several video's provided) ENJOY !!

Open Heaven (River Wild)

May we turn our nightlights on +++

May you make your five crosses on your forehead or
chest and kiss your thumb in representation for the
crucifix. You may also kiss a crucifix  or  image of Jesus +++

Blessings to you and yours on this Ash Wednesday !

Lori Foster

Friday, February 21, 2020

Embrace The Cross (Fri.) & Army of Prayer and Rosary (Sat.)

Today is Friday "Embrace The Cross" May you go to link
Days of the Week Music /7-7-2017

note: You will find Friday's between the Crosses+++
You will also find Saturday's between the Crosses(Army of
Prayer and Rosary) 

Something Wild
Don't Stop Believing
More Than Anything
First
Come To Me
Worn
Come to Me / You Make Me Brave
King of The World

May we turn our nightlights on !

If you wish kiss a photo or photo's  of who you wish to honor or announce name if no photo.

 And place your kiss on a cross, crucifix, or image of Jesus +++

May God Bless You Always,
Lori 

First , by Lauren Daigle


Come To Me , You Make Me Brave , By Jenn Johnson


Come To Me , by Jenn Johnson


King of The World , by Natalie Grant


More Than Anything , by Natalie Grant


Clean , by Natalie Grant


Worn , by Tenth Avenue North


Monday, February 17, 2020

Lori Foster's Thoughts on Abortion/ The Baby Remains Silent / Why Was I So Ignored

A person can serve jail time for animal
abuse and should / a person can take
unborn babies lives with no penalty.
Oh ' It's a passed law!

Tell It Like it is ' Abortion is showing
God "Hey ' this is what we are doing
to your unborn!  Now Bless Us!

Abortions Definition: The deliberate 
termination of a human pregnancy.

Abortion is Ending a person's life
Abortion is not a feeling!

Remember ' To any group or political party!
Hitler approved the murders of the Jews!
Your vote approves the killings of ALL
UNBORN!

Those of you whom are for a party that
approves ABORTION! The BLOOD
of the UNBORN is on your hands!

Oh ' My World!  When are the
KILLINGS of my unborn
children going to END ' Says the
Lord!

When people say there is no hope
for an Unborn's Life! And It's best to
end it! They have planted the
seed of Evil!

Why is it when an unborn baby
is wanted, it's called a "baby."
But when an unborn baby is
not wanted, it's called a "fetus or
just a cell, or blob?"

I am not a potential human
I am a human with potential
I was created by God,
fearfully and wonderfully 
made in his image.
Known by my creator,
loved and destined for
greatness! {a quote I found}
____________________________________

Sunday, February 16, 2020

Jesus Dying on The Cross ( My Given Vision)

Today is  February 16 th the Anniversary of
"Jesus Dying On The Cross " posted 1-19-2017

No Longer  Slaves/ 2-2020

Show Me / 5-19-2018 (hug your child daily)

note: It is the Image of "Embrace The Cross." the black and white
drawing of Jesus on the Cross.

Friday, February 14, 2020

I Love My Rosary

Oh ' how my rosary gives me strength!
Sometimes I find it in the pocket
of my housecoat !
I run my fingers across the beads
and  comfort sets in.

Sometimes I search for my rosary !
where could it be ?
I look underneath my bed or
behind my bed !
I feel lost without my Rosary!

When the morning comes I grab
my rosary with a kiss and begin
my day !

I feel at peace to know I can hold
it at anytime of the day !

Oh ' it is you my Lord !
Each decade I run my
fingers across reminds me
of You !

The joyful , sorrowful,
luminous, and glorious
is all about You !

The Mysteries tell your story !
Scripture about Blessed Mary
 your Mother,
St. Joseph, the Angel's and
Saints !

My Rosary is holding your
word !

My day is often busy , but
I hold my rosary in mid-day!
I simply place my kiss on
your cross+
Immediately I feel your
presence+

The evening comes and I am
searching for my rosary !
I find it placed on my small
 table near the lamp.

I relax on my couch and
simply hold my rosary !
I begin to pray the Divine Mercy
prayer +  Blessings of you
keep pouring into my soul+

It's getting near bedtime and
I search for my rosary !
I often find one near my
bedside.
There is usually one deep
inside my housecoat pocket !

I love to place my rosary
beside or underneath
 my pillow !
It's You Jesus that is on my
mind +
It's You Jesus that will give
me comfort+

Bless me Oh' Lord
for I Love You in
all the  'Holy Mysteries '
that grant me peace+

I Love My Rosary !

by Lori Foster

Dear One's you can find this story on "My Favorite's #2."
Use Web Version and you will see the links on the left.

Note: The Holy Rosary is scripture and tells the life of 
Jesus through eyes of his Mother.+++ 
note: You may wish to have a ten-decade rosary in praying
the Divine Mercy Prayer for the 
"Embrace the Cross method" or you can use a regular
rosary with all five decades. 
May comfort be given+

Gentle Woman / 3-23-2021


The Unbelieveable / 3-14-2017

He Who Is Mighty / 3-14-2017

Prepare Him Room /3-14-2017

Who Would Have Dreamed / 3-14-2017

Be With Me My Jesus / 3-2018 (story)

The Twenty Mysteries of The Rosary "note: You may scroll above and 
you will find "The Holy Rosary"  and "How to Pray the Rosary+++

note: If you don't have a Rosary you can order one on line  at
www.leafletonline.com  or 1-800-328-9582 Leaflet Missal Catalog
Meanwhile, you can simply use your fingers and thumb as a 
crucifix.  or use the image of Jesus on The Embrace The Cross blog
for your crucifix +++

note: If you wish to learn the Holy Rosary through video's go to
My Favorites scroll down to #6 note: you can also find Bishop Barron's
mysteries of the holy rosary toward the top. 








Thursday, February 13, 2020

Happy St. Valentine's Day & Embrace The Cross

Who was St. Valentine / 2-13-2018

Finding A Hidden Love Song / 2-13-2020 ( A Love Song written by my beloved Dad to my Mom)

"Embrace The Cross" is on Friday's and Holiday's !
Have a Blessed and Wonderful Valentine's Day !
May we turn our nightlights on !

Jesus Loves You +++

Days of the Week Music / 7-11-2017 ; You will find Holiday's and Friday's  between the Crosses 
Blessings Always, "Embrace The Cross"
Lori Foster

My written Letter About My Dad

This Eulogy was written by Lori Foster; my son Seth Foster read it for me at my
beloved Father's funeral Mass where my parent's were married.
Seth is the one whom drew the "Embrace The Cross." drawing of Jesus and
he also,  built my website and blog for me to place my writings on . 
note: St. Lawrence was where my husband and I were married as well and many
of my relatives. 

My Dad's Eulogy:

Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in their
midst."  Matthew Ch. 18 Verse 18-20


How do you write about a man such as our Dad ?

     He was named after his father Charles Sr.  Many people know him as
Junior or Chuck.  Dad and Mom were married
 on June 22, 1957.  He has an older sister named Shirley
and he nicknamed her Shirt.

     Our Dad was a wonderful man full of many talents and qualities.
Early in his adult life he did construction work, until he was hired at
a Factory as a millwright.  It is there he retired in 1999.  Dad was known
for his woodwork and specialty in building homes.  He was always ready
to help others with his skills and good advice.

     Our Dad was a loving husband to our mother.  His devotion to her was
a blessing to witness.  He was patient to all of us seven children. He
and mom both taught us how to work hands-on together and to be
responsible in all we do. He reminded us always to have faith and
rely on our Lord to make all things good.

     Dad and Mom both were the example of what loving and caring
parents are.  They were both good listeners and counselors when we
were in need of.  Dad always placed his strength and trust in God.  He
taught us to lean on Jesus to help see us through our hardships and to
place our confidence in the Lord.

     Charles loved nature, barns, chickens, and gardening. His favorite
thing was to play his guitar and sing.  He simply loved to play his
guitar on his back porch in the company of his family and friends.

They enjoyed driving across the states to visit one of their sons and his
family out West and their daughter (my younger sister) and her
family who lives there as well.

They also had more beautiful scenery to see driving out to visit
my older sister and her family. 

     They are blessed with thirty grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren
who have brought so much love and joy to dad and mom's lives.

     Now let's talk about what many people remember Charles for - his
voice ! he had such a soothing voice that one could listen to him sing
and play his guitar for hours.  Our dad was honored to have sung at
many weddings and even funerals.  when my two sisters and I were
younger he formed a guitar group at St. Anne's Church.  His music
allowed us to adore Mass that much more. I know Our Dad's music
will be treasured in our hearts, and we will appreciate
the beauty he shared with others through his remarkable gift.

     Charles was an inspiration to others in many ways.  His words were
important and with meaning.  He was always there for you, even in his
silence.  And he would engage in conversation whenever needed.  He had
a beautiful sense of style, with the help of our mother, but I believe it's
his beautiful blue eyes that always seemed to sparkle even in his most
difficult moments.

     On June 22, 2019 my parents were blessed to have celebrated their
62nd wedding anniversary!

     We want to take this time to thank everyone from our family to
yours. We truly appreciate all the love and care that was brought
to Dad's hospital stay, as well as the visits to their home. We are
grateful for all your love and support in this most difficult time
and we appreciate your thoughts and prayers.

     Our beautiful Dad passed away with his loved ones surrounding
him.  This was during the Rosary of "The Presentation" - when Jesus
was being presented in the temple forty days after his birth by 
Blessed Mary and Joseph.  Dad had a beautiful and peaceful death
and he was greatly blessed.

     To our dearest Dad, we all love you and will miss you greatly. But
we take comfort in knowing you are embraced in the loving arms of
the Holy Family.  We also have peace in knowing that you are
united with your loved ones in God's Kingdom, of his own divine
love.

I would like to end with some words of encouragement:
"Fear not , I am with you, be not dismayed, I am your God."
"I do all things through him who strengthens me."
                            We Love You Dad !

Charles born December 30, 1937 - January 18, 2020 



Finding A Hidden Love Song

Dear One's,
 I would like to share with you about a hidden piece of paper that was found, in my father's rolled top desk. It was about a week before my dad passed away on Jan.18,2020.  My sister found a neatly folded up piece of paper, placed in a small drawer in our dad's desk. She showed it to my mother and me. And as we were reading this obvious old letter, we realized it was a written love song! 
Our mom had never seen this letter before.
We could see the black marks on each folded square in the paper as we unfolded it. We came to a conclusion that Dad must have carried it inside his wallet. Our Father worked in a factory and the conditions wasn't easy on his wallet.
Anyway, as we began to read the two pieces of folded notebook paper this is what my dad wrote:


My Dad's love song to our mom,

The Love of my life is with me all the time
She's never far away she's always on my mind.

The things that she says, that makes my heartbeat.

The things that she done for me 
we'll be together for eternity.
No matter what life brings you see.

Our Love was never wrong
Our Love is so strong.

The Love of my life her name
is Judy.

How could I go on living 
without her if she should be
taken from me.

Believing as I do I know that it's true.
No matter what life may bring
she's still a part of me. 

The Love of my life is with me
all the time.

I'm never by myself
because she's always on my mind.

We'll be together for eternity
No matter what life brings
you see.

Our Love was never wrong
Our Love is so strong
The Love of my life her name
is Judy.

And I know with the help
of the good Lord above 
we'll always be in Love.

written in 1985.

Note: My Dad was born on December 30, 1937. 

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

Wednesday's Pick-me-up ! "My Article & The Crosses"

Lover of My Soul/5-11-2017

Wordless /5-3-2017

I Can Only Imagine lyrics by Bart Miller/ 3-15-2018

I Can Only Imagine Trailer with Bart Millard/ 8-19-2018

Today is The Anniversary of "My Article in The Newspaper / 2-11-2020

Today is The Anniversary of The Crosses / 2-12-2020

Today is The Anniversary of "The Crosses " Feb. 12 , 1994

Today is the Anniversary of "The Crosses appearing in my home around my crucifixes.
They began appearing on February 12, 1994 and they are still continuing daily.
The last time I have been able to see the large 3 ft. cross appear on my living room
wall was on February 4 , 2019. There is a link below provided about the "Two Large Crosses."


Two Large Crosses Given / 3-1-2019

Lori Foster's Story/ 12-13-2017 ( May you scroll down to " The Day The Crosses Began "

May Our Lord Bless You and Keep You in all of your days +++
Lori Foster

Tuesday, February 11, 2020

Today is the Anniversary of "MY ARTICLE IN THE NEWSPAPER" Feb 11th 1994

Dear One's , You can find my written article I had placed in a local newspaper on Feb. 11, 12, and 13 of 1994 on this link:
Lori Foster's Story / Letter to Immaculle: 12/13/2017

note; scroll down to "MY ARTICLE IN THE NEWSPAPER" with stars beside it .

Blessings Always,
Lori Foster 

Saturday, February 8, 2020

Army of Prayer & Rosary

Today is Saturday "Army of Prayer and Rosary." 
May you go to "Days of the week music." Note; you will
find Saturday's between the Crosses+++

Right Here / 12-2016

Without You / 5-7-2017

After all This / 5-9-2017

I Won't Run Away / 9-30-2019

Blessings Always,
Lori

Friday, February 7, 2020

Saturday, February 1, 2020

Gentle Woman , Beautiful !


Gentle Woman ( The Hail Mary) Luke Ch. 1 Verses 42-45


The Presentation & A Short Message About My Father's Passing

February 2 is "The Presentation"  Mary and Joseph present Jesus to his heavenly Father in the temple forty days after his birth. (Luke Ch:2 Verse 22) Simeon says to Blessed Mary "And a sword will pierce your own soul to ."

Dear One's , I would like to share with you a short message about my own father's passing and going to our heavenly Lord.+++
He recently passed away with a sudden illness in the comfort of his home.  He was surrounded by my mom , five of their seven children for two of them live out of state , and many more loved ones .  The day of his passing my mom had the Rosary CD of Dana next to his bedside.  We were praying the Joyful Mysteries and our loving Lord took him during the Presentation. 
My Father had a beautiful and peaceful death and he was greatly blessed.+++
He was embraced in the loving arms of the Holy Family.+++
He was united with his loved ones in God's Kingdom  of his own Divine love.+++
May we turn our nightlights on +++

My Written Letter About My Dad / 2-13-2020

Finding A Hidden Love Song / 20-13-2020 (A written love song by my beloved Dad to my Mom)

One of my Father's favorite songs What A Beautiful Name , by Kari Jobe 7-18-2017

Gentle Woman 2-1-2020 beautiful !

He also loved Gentle Woman ( The Hail Mary ) Luke Ch: 1 Verses 42-45


note: You can find this post of The Presentation on "My Favorites #2 underneath Scripture.

Presentation of Jesus in the Temple (3 mins.) 11-15-2017
Presentation at the Temple (3 mins.) 11-15-2017
The Passion of Christ 9-2017

If you wish to learn about " The Twenty Mysteries of the Holy Rosary " by Dana ;  go to 
"My Favorites post ." scroll down to #6 . 

Today is "Army of Prayer & Rosary

Today is Saturday "Army of  Prayer and Rosary / May you go to link
Days of the Week Music ; you will find Saturday's between the Crosses+++
Blessings Always, note: you can find the link underneath "My favorites" use web version for devices.
Lori

What A Beautiful Name
Closer than you know (lyrics)
Here Now Madness (lyrics)
Closer than you know ( on top of  tower )