Foston Foundation

Poetry

A Blessing

"A Blessing" is a collection that uses poetry to remind readers that blessings

A Blessing

A New Day

In "A New Day," the poems encourage hopefulness, emphasizing that if a new day arrives

A New Day

For God’s Sake

This section explores the impact of family dysfunction on children.

For God’s Sake

Givin’ Thanks

All the poems in "Givin’ Thanks" are centered around the theme of gratitude.

Givin’ Thanks

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

"Beyond a Reasonable Doubt” center around the fundamental belief that all individuals are presumed innocent

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

In God’s Time

"In God’s Time" reminds readers that, while it is natural to feel the urge to rush or worry about outcomes,

In God’s Time

Miracles Can Happen

The poems in this section encourage readers to let go of doubt and cynicism

Miracles Can Happen

No Stoppin’ Sense

Sometimes, we need to be reminded that knowing when to stop is not always second nature.

No Stoppin’ Sense

Time to Pray

Many people fall into the habit of turning to prayer only during times of trouble or distress.

Time to Pray

The Parade

Life can be compared to the passing of a parade, with each stage bringing its own sights and sounds.

The Parade

No Cross No Crown

This section highlights that true growth and testimony arise from enduring difficulty and stress.

No Cross No Crown

When You Have Been Alone

Loneliness is an experience that unfolds in stages, much like grief and the journey of life itself.

When You Have Been Alone

Comin’ Home

The poems in "Comin’ Home" delve into the complex emotions associated with returning home.

Comin’ Home

Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone

"Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone" challenges the idea that things are always as they appear.

Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone

No Forwarding Address

The verses in "No Forwarding Address" focus on the importance of leaving harmful habits behind.

No Forwarding Address

Pictures of the Wedding

Often, too much emphasis is placed on the wedding ceremony itself

Pictures of the Wedding

Sunday Go To Meeting

There are times when we put on our finest clothes

Sunday Go To Meeting

Sweet Memories

Looking back, the past holds a mix of experiences.

Sweet Memories

While You Were Gone

When pursuing goals or ambitions—such as chasing the “American Dream”

While You Were Gone

You Don’t Live on My Street

It can be difficult for others to truly understand our struggles unless they have experienced them firsthand

You Don’t Live on My Street

Non Poetry

I-65: A Lonely Road

I-65: A Lonely Road" is the autobiography of Dr. Foston.

I-65: A Lonely Road

The Conversation

The Conversation" is a murder mystery novel with a unique twist.

The Conversation

The Addiction to Hopelessness

The Addiction to Hopelessness" is a profound exploration of how persistent despair can become an entrenched pattern, affecting individuals in subtle yet pervasive ways.

The Addiction to Hopelessness

Peace on Earth

Peace on Earth” is an inspirational journal created for Black women who want and deserve peace in their lives now, rather than waiting for the afterlife

Peace on Earth

The Addiction to Hopelessness

Peace on Earth

CD/DVD'S

CD: Peace on Earth

Peace on Earth" is a video poetry album that follows the journey of a woman seeking inner peace.

CD: Peace on Earth

DVD: It Ain’t Gettim’ Any Better

It Ain’t Gettim’ Any Better" is a DVD focused on exploring the concept of addiction to hopelessness.

DVD: It Ain’t Gettim’ Any Better

POSTERS

You Don’t Live on My Street

You Don’t Live on My Street" is one of the posters created by Dr. Rebera Foston.

You Don’t Live on My Street

There is a Gift

There is a Gift" embodies the philosophy of the Foston Foundation.

There is a Gift

Look for the Butterfly

Another notable work is "Look for the Butterfly."

Look for the Butterfly

APPAREL/NON APPAREL

There is a Gift

Look for the Butterfly

You Don’t Live on My Street

There is a Gift

Look for the Butterfly

SUBSCRIPTION POEM

These eBooks will only
be available through our
monthly subscription
service to the members of
the Literary Circle we will
call POEMs

A Blessing

A Blessing" is a poetry book that serves as a reminder...

Ain’t Complainin’ Just Sayin’

This section conveys the author's need to address certain issues. However

All They Had

This is the story of a young couple who are forced to be apart for two years before they can be married.

Beyond a Reasonable Doubt

"Beyond a Reasonable Doubt" is centered around the foundational belief in justice:

Black Paper

When societal problems are deeply analyzed, they are often documented as a "white paper."

Can I get a Witness?

This section asks if others perceive the same issues and concerns in society today,

A New Day

In "A New Day," readers are invited to embrace hopefulness and optimism.

At the Mercy

Here, the poems discuss the unfortunate reality

A Pharoah’s Heart

This section reflects on the capacity for cruelty in some individuals,

Comin’ Home

The poems in "Comin’ Home" explore the complex emotions tied

Degree of Difficulty

The term "degree of difficulty" is commonly used to describe greater rewards

Don’t They Realize

This section highlights that children are being harmed by many of the decisions made today,

Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone

"Every Goodbye Ain’t Gone" challenges the common perception that farewells are always final.

For All Purposes and Intents

Even though truth has become rare

For God’s Sake

This section addresses the profound impact of family dysfunction on children.

In God’s Time

It is natural to feel rushed or anxious about how things will turn out

In My Father’s Shoes

As a child, the author enjoyed playing in her father's shoes. Now, as an adult

No Forwarding Address

focus on the importance of leaving negative habits behind.

No Stoppin’ Sense

Sometimes, we need to remember that knowing when to stop is not always instinctive.

Pictures of the Wedding

Often, too much focus is placed on the wedding ceremony itself,

Sunday Go To Meeting

There are occasions when we put on our best clothes to attend a joyful or significant event

Sweet Memories

Looking back, the past is a blend of experiences.

Until Then

We often tell young people that things will improve in the future.

Unfit for Duty

This book emphasizes that one's duty in life must align with their God-given gifts.

When You Have Been Alone

Loneliness is an experience that unfolds in stages,

Givin’ Thanks

All the poems in "Givin’ Thanks" are unified by the theme of gratitude.

In My Dreams

This section expresses the hope that others would treat the each person....

Lost to the Night

This selection warns that without dedicated concern and effort, many teenagers' tears,

Miracles Can Happen

The poems in this book encourage readers to release doubt and skepticism,

No Cross No Crown

This section highlights that true personal growth and testimony

Rainbows

Each color of the rainbow is believed to carry its own energy and spiritual significance.

The Gossip Train

This book draws attention to the tendency of many people to make time and space for gossip,

The Parade

Life can be compared to the passing of a parade,

Time to Pray

Many people tend to turn to prayer only in times of trouble or distress.

Without Batting an Eye

Some people identified as having a "Pharoah’s Heart".....

While You Were Gone

When we pursue goals or ambitions—such as chasing the “American Dream”

You Don’t Live on My Street

It can be difficult for others to truly understand our struggles unless they have experienced them firsthand.
These eBooks will only be available through our monthly subscription service to the members of the Literary Circle we will call POEMs

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