Crosses 4 Christ

03/23/2026

Hello to all my C4C friends. It has been a while since I have posted. I just wanted to let everyone know that I am still alive, even though the enemy has been trying very hard the past few months to take me out. It has been a real struggle for me personally going through all this, but also for my husband and our fur babies. If you have a minute and a prayer to spare, we would appreciate them for sure. It has been one thing after another with my health and each one seemingly worse than the one before. The one thing we have learned is to never say, "What else could happen? Or It can't possibly get any worse." As soon as we say that, we are sure to find out a whole lot more can happen and it CAN get much worse! I never imagined I would be 54 years old living in the body of a 107 year old. But here I am... killing it... or fighting to not let it kill me. "Not today Satan" is my new daily mantra. As if my medical issues are not enough to deal with, God showed us that He has an incredible sense of humor by gifting us with a special needs dog. That in itself is a huge daily challenge, but on top of everything else, it can be overwhelming and a smidge frustrating. 😵‍💫
Despite so many people (kindly) suggesting we get rid of Otto, we know that if we were to surrender him to the shelter or rehome him, it wouldn't be long before he was abused or put down. We just can't do that to the little guy. As with many things in our lives, we believe that God brought Otto to us for a reason. First, so we could save him from the terrible situation he was in, and second, so he could save me and Nala. As my health continued to decline, as my service dog, Nala became depressed and lethargic. When I became bedridden and unable to participate in life, she just laid in bed next to me or sometimes on top of me, literally for hours on end. The only real stimulation she was getting was an hour or two at night when J got home from work and before he went to bed. It was suggested to us that we get another dog for Nala's mental and physical health. So we did. Have we regretted it at moments? Perhaps... but bringing Otto into the family was exactly what Nala needed. It was also what I needed in a round about way. Because Otto is special needs, he can't "take care of himself" like Nala or other dogs can. So him being here has forced me to focus on his needs and care, rather than dwelling on my own problems so much. My problems combined with his is a challenge, but we keep each other going. Now, Nala has her paws full with taking care of both of us! She takes her jobs very seriously and does a great job, but is super happy to see dad when he gets home. She basically just clocks out on Otto and myself until J leaves again in the morning.
I say ALL that, to say this... thank you to those who message and ask how I am doing? To let me know you are praying. See if there is anything you can do to help? Wondering if I will ever be bring the C4C page back? If I am or can still make crosses? I appreciate every message, question and encouragement that you send. As for bringing the page back full time, I want to, but that just isn't physically in the cards for me right now. Can I still make crosses? Some days, yes. Some days, no! The spirit is willing and wanting, but the body doesn't always cooperate. However, if any of you want crosses made and you are not in a huge hurry, I encourage you to contact me. I am willing to take orders, as long as you understand that the timeline for receiving your order may be longer than normal. I never know from day to day what my body will allow me to do. At times I can take an order, make the crosses and have them ready to ship in 5 days, when at other times it might be 10 or 15 days. If you order and it takes me an extra long time to fill the order, a discount will be applied.
So, at this time I have no estimated time for when things will be up and running as they were, but I am still here and willing to make crosses as God allows. So please, do not hesitate to reach out and let me know that you would like to order.

From our doors to yours, have a very Happy (early) Easter. 🐣

12/09/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to
KATIE GARY!!

Katie has won the C4C Christmas Giveaway.
Katie, I will be reaching out soon to get your shipping information.

I apologize for the bad video. Videos are not my thing, but I wanted to be able to show you all the drawing as it happened.

We thank each and every one of you who participated.
Hopefully, in the coming new year, I will be able to start taking orders again, as well as doing more giveaways.

Merry Christmas to you all and a blessed new year.✨️

12/08/2025

For all those entered into the drawing being held tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9, 2025 ... you have one more chance to get an additional entry. All you have to do is comment below the month of your birth. You have until 11:59pm EST tonight. (12/8)

12/06/2025

Hello again...

To everyone that has already entered ... here is an opportunity to gain up to two more entries in the C4C Gift Basket Giveaway.

Here's what you need to do.
To receive one more entry, comment below with what kind or color cross you would like to find in the basket if you were to win.
If you would like two additional entries, comment with a photo from the Crosses 4 Christ page. You can grab it from the photo section or straight from a post. So, a written description gets you one extra entry, and a photo gets you two additional entries for a total of three if you have already entered.

If you haven't entered yet but would like to, go to the Crosses4Chist page, and the post to enter is pinned to the top of the page. Remember, you only get to enter once. Once you have entered on the pinned post, come back to this post and follow the directions listed above. Remember, entry for the giveaway ends tomorrow, Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 11:59 pm. EST.

Good luck to everyone!

12/02/2025

Hello Friends...

I know it has been a long time. Life has really been lifing! I am currently Captain of the struggle bus. I really miss being active on this page and engaging with all of you. I continue to pray and believe that God has a plan ... better than my own, and one day I will be back ... better than ever. Until then, I continue to focus on my health issues and other family situations.

That being said, I am going to do a Christmas Giveaway. I am working on making crosses and putting together a "C4C Gift Basket."
(You may not receive it before Christmas, but you will know if you have won before Christmas)

The rules are simple:
1. You may only enter once.
2. You must comment with "A", "B", "C" or "D."

You may enter starting today through 11:59 pm EST December 7, 2025. A random drawing will be held Tuesday, December 9, 2025 for the winner. The winner will be announced on the C4C page as well as notified privately.

The gift basket will be valued at a minimum of $50. If we have more than 50 entries the minimum value will increase to $60 and I will give away TWO gift baskets.

Here's the catch ... you and your friends MUST comment on THIS post ONLY to be entered into the giveaway. So feel free to share this post if want, but make sure that your friends and family come to the Crosses4Chist FB page to enter on this post.

I hope to see lots of people participating.

Merry Christmas to you and yours from,
AnneMarie, J, Nala and Otto

03/25/2025

I just wanted to thank everyone who participated in the anniversary cross sale.
I ended up making 18 crosses for 4 different people. As of today, all crosses have been shipped or hand delivered!

I have started a new treatment that will hopefully help a few of my health issues and allow me to get back to a more regular schedule with this page and business. But please, keep an eye on the page. You never know when a flash sale or something else might pop up. Also, if you need or want crosses, please reach out to me... if I at all can make it happen for you... I will! ✝️

03/11/2025

Hello, my loyal C4C family. I know it has been a LONG time since my last post. Sadly, my health issues continue to increase as my health declines. However, for a few days this week, we are going to try and ignore the health stuff while we celebrate a milestone my husband and I never thought we would see. This Thursday, we will be celebrating our 14th anniversary. I know... big deal.
14 years...
Whoop Dee Do!
For us, it is a big deal. When we got married in 2011, we had already been told that my inoperable brain tumor would end my life by August 2013. Yet, here we are... 2025... still have the tumor and a whole new collection of more horrible health issues. But that's not the point right now. Despite it being very difficult for me to maneuver my hands to bend the nails and make crosses, I want to offer an Anniversary Celebration Sale. (Please be aware that it may take longer than normal to receive your order)
The special celebration sale is the opportunity to order up to 6 single colored crosses in the standard keychain or necklace style (pictured below) for just $1.40 per cross, plus S&H. That is an amazing deal. This deal is not good with any other promotions, coupons, gift certificates, upgrades, etc.
I will be accepting orders from Wednesday, March 12, 2025, through noon on Friday, March 14, 2025.

To place an order, please send me a message indicating how many crosses you want to order up to 6. Which color for each cross, and if you want keychains or necklaces. You can mix and match the styles. Please also include a valid email address and shipping address.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask.

* Orders will be filled in the order they are received. Delivery may vary from the time frame listed on the C4C page, as I can only make them as my hands will allow. You will not be charged until crosses are ready to be shipped.

Easter is coming... these would make great gifts to tuck into Easter baskets.

✝️ Thanks for celebrating with us.
💕 AnneMarie and J

01/13/2025

Hello C4C family...

It's hard to believe we have already nearly reached the middle of January. Where is the time going?

I had really hoped to be able to come with better news today and tell you that we would be back up and running strong. Unfortunately, that is not the news I have for you today.

I do believe God is still in the business of doing miracles, He just hasn't made it down far enough on the list to where my name sits. But, I know my day is coming. On this side of Heaven or the other, I know my day of healing and full restoration has already been decided on by my Lord and Savior. The hard part is waiting for that day to arrive and dealing with the obstacles that arise while I wait.

Let me tell you, lately, those obstacles have been many. Some of my current issues are things I have experienced before. Some are all new to me, but apparently not unheard of issues with people who have similar health concerns to my own. Now, new challenges have come up that I have not experienced before, and they are also confusing my doctor as they are side effects/symptoms of things they have never experienced in patients dealing with what I have going on. Right now, everything seems to be a mystery. And despite many attempts to fix things and make not only my health better, but my life as well, we are falling short.

Despite just generally feeling horrible, I have physically lost the ability at this time to make any crosses. Sadly, the inability to make crosses doesn't stop there. My ability to do just about anything has been abundantly reduced or taken away completely. On a scale of 1 to 10, I am functioning on about a 2.5. Until I can regain strength, motor skills, and the ability to see clearly, I will not be making anything. All my efforts now are focused on getting better, stronger physically and mentally. As much as I would like a straightforward time-line for that, no one is willing to give me one because we are truly in uncharted waters. So, we are all playing the wait and see game together.

I MISS making the crosses, doing posts, games, and contests, but at this time, all that has to be put on the back burner. With the hopes that one day soon, God will say, "AnneMarie, you've struggled long enough, but you have stayed faithful. You may resume your life now, better than it ever was."
Oh, when that day comes, there WILL be great rejoicing and lots of crosses!

ALL of your love, support, and prayers mean the world to me, J, and our family. Each day I get through is by the grace and mercy of God and a little help from our friends. Thanks for being a friend! 💝✝️

12/25/2024

From our home to yours...

MERRY CHRISTMAS

11/19/2024

Good afternoon, C4C family,

Normally, I wouldn't post something like I am about to post, and I wouldn't normally spend energy I don't have defending what I do or don't do. However, over the last week or so, I have been questioned and ridiculed as to why I keep claiming to have health problems and why I keep shutting down C4C. I try not to stop altogether, but unfortunately, there are times when I have to be selfish and focus on myself and my health vs. providing content and contests for the C4C page. I love making the crosses and interacting with all of you, but not at the expense of my health. I do not tell you the following for pity or any other reason, other than to give you a bit of insight as to what I deal with daily. If you read some of the things below and do not know what they are or how they affect the body, I encourage you to look them up. Learn about them and perhaps choose grace when you have to deal with someone else in your life dealing with any of these issues.
I first got sick when I was 8 years old, and my health has continued to be an issue for the last 45 years. One day, whether it be on this side of Heaven or not, I will be healed. Until that time comes, I deal with a lot, and sometimes that requires me to step away from everything else. Following is a list of just some of the diagnosed health issues I battle.
* Inoperable brain tumor (my 4th BT)
* Lupus
* Fibromyalgia
* Sarcoidosis
* Idiopathic subglottic stenosis
* Costochondritis
* Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
* Endometriosis
* Cervical cancer
* An abdominal mass
* Diabetes
* Arsenic poisoning
* Black mold poisoning
* Anemia
* Neropathy
Each of these illnesses come with their own baggage but often create even larger problems when my medical conditions start fighting each other. This is why there are and will be times when I do shut down C4C.
THANK YOU to those who have been so thoughtful and supportive. For those who are so upset and feeling like I am a joke... maybe this isn't the community for you!

11/12/2024