Author: Shaun Bradford

My life is full of adventures— good and bad, and I’m living in every moment. Can’t help but be present.
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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford
Blessed.

Hello! I’m hoping you’re doing well. I realize I haven’t greeted you in ages, which is pretty rude of me. It’s like me walking into a room and not speaking, or waking up and not saying “Good Morning.” Please forgive me for not acknowledging you before sharing my thoughts. I promise to do better and not only let you know you are loved at the end, but that your presence is appreciated at the beginning.

So, while looking for inspiration for this post, I found this prayer in one of my “Wednesday Writings” (July 21, 2021). It is one I haven’t said in a while or been mindful of. Here it is —

“I pray that I recognize and accept the opportunities He [God] sends my way. I pray fear does not stop me from moving forward. I pray God gives me the strength– mentally, spiritually and physically– to endure this task.”

I ended it with —

“I know God’s got me, but do I have myself?”

Hmmm…

That was a great question. Did I have myself? Well, I thought I did, and to some extent I did. However, I was still working through a lot of stuff. One of which was learning to put myself first. To stop overlooking my needs, desires, and feelings to appease others. That was in 2021. Today, I can’t say I am 100% there; however, I am pretty close (95-98%). Had to get over the guilt of feeling selfish. The interesting part is the ones who mattered the most, my two hearts, were the ones urging me to take care of myself, first. Maybe they are actually the reason for my growth. I just love them and the way they love me. I guess I said all of that to say, “Yes, I got me!”

I also found another gem in the post (besides the prayer). I was celebrating my continual days of writing. Here’s what I wrote —

“I’m on my 67th day of continuous blogging and refuse to stop until I reach 100 days.”

100 days…

100 days was my goal…

Y’all, I’m in tears! Today makes 1170 days of continuous blogging. And to think I was only trying to make it to 100. Back then I was struggling to post once a day. Now, I’m posting at least twice a day, and not only on this platform but others. Yep… I’m crying. I had no idea of what I was capable of. It may not seem significant to you but it’s huge to me. These are my 1170 blue hearts.💙

I’m going to go ahead and end here because I’m crying (tears of praise and gratitude) too much to keep writing. Praying you have a wonderful Sunday. ♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

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Chosen Vessel

Shaun Bradford

So, my own YouTube Short was the first video that popped up when I opened the app. Smiling because I actually left a message for my future self to see at this very moment. I just love how God works. And maybe…just maybe…it was also left for me to share it with you.

You are God’s chosen vessel. As Marvin Sapp sings—

You are my chosen vessel
You are anointed for this season in time
What people rejected
I have accepted
I am with you, you are mine
You are mine

Yes, YOU were chosen by God for this specific season in time. What people have rejected, God has accepted. How awesome is that.☺️

Praying you have a pleasant night.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Here’s the description of the Short—

Yes, He chose YOU!

“Chosen Vessel,” by Marvin Sapp

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Believe In Yourself

Shaun Bradford

Believe in yourself and your abilities. If God put the dreams and goals inside of you, know that you are capable of achieving them. You got this!♥️ ~Shaun

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Quality Time With God

Shaun Bradford

How many of you can honestly say that the time you spend with God is of high quality?

Well, sadly, I can’t. Even when my main focus should be on Him, it always somehow ends up on me. Me and my life and my needs. Below is one the “Wednesday Writings” from July 27, 2022. I decided to share it in its entirety instead of only adding the link. It’s my reminder to get my priorities straight and start giving God kind of time He more than deserves.

“Wednesday Writings” July 27, 2022

Today, I am beginning a little late. Decided everything else could wait. I needed to spend some quality time with God. Do not get me wrong, I talk to God all day long; however, while I’m talking, I’m also doing a million other things. So if my focus is not solely on God can I truly say I’m spending time with Him? Hmm…

Well, I began today a bit differently. In stead of me doing a lot of talking– asking a thousand questions and trying to figure things out– I sat still and listened. If you did not know, so many answers can be found while sitting still and giving God your undivided attention. You should try it!

So, yes.. today, I sat still, listened and found my answers. I hear You, God. Smiling

Thanks for reading. Wishing you a wonderful day. 

Praying you have a lovely weekend, and that if you have been slacking on spending quality time with God, you’d consider it.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Love!

Shaun Bradford

Love is beautiful, and it’s always around us. Sometimes we just have to look a little harder to find it, but it’s always here. Now, hate is going to be hate and try to destroy everything love has built. However, love will always win. Love you!♥️ ~ Shaun

Facebook Memory: July 26, 2022

It’s quite evident that hate is in the air. However, love is also in the air. Today, let’s focus on love.

Give it.
Receive it.
Embrace it.

Yes, it’s all about LOVE. Is it just me or can you also hear Earth, Wind & Fire singing #AllAboutLove.♥️

♥️

As you can see, back then I could hear Earth, Wind, and Fire singing, “All About Love.” It’s not one of their popular songs, but the words are deep. Definitely worth a listen.

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Blessed

Shaun Bradford

On July 26, 2022, I wrote the following:

“I pray that I never get to a point where I forget to acknowledge God’s mercy, love and grace. Y’all, every time I think about how wonderful He’s been to me throughout my lifetime, I become emotional. If you only knew!🙌🏽 EVERYTHING I have, I owe to Him. I’m blessed.”

Y’all, I am so very blessed. I never want to lose sight of how truly blessed I am. Everything I have and am is because of God.

Blessed … Beyond Blessed

Over the years, I have changed my graphics numerous times. I believe this particular one is from 2018. Now, I’m on a simplistic, clean kick. Not sure what’s next.

Currently—No image, only the message and my name, making it more personal.

Bold statement with my artwork as the background. It was mostly about the art.

I was on a gold kick for a while. Still love it but it was a bit much.

The gold, again.☺️

And… again. This is me!🥰

That’s all for now. I pray that you have a wonderful weekend.♥️

Shaun

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Sometimes Silence IS Best

Shaun Bradford

Great reminder. Especially for me…♥️

Facebook Memory: July 25, 2022

Just like you protect and nurture a baby, you have to protect and nurture your visions, dreams, and purpose. They’re your legacy. Enjoy your day! ♥️

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Smile, God’s Got You

Shaun Bradford

Simple, yet so true and comforting. God’s got you. I don’t know about you, but for me, Him having me in His hands is enough. More than enough.♥️

Decided to check my FB memory on one of my other pages. This made me smile and I hope it makes you smile too.🥰

Feeling…

Humbled

Blessed

and

Loved

Shaun

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Leaps in Life

Shaun Bradford

Yesterday, I had lunch with a friend and we were talking about how things have happened in our lives since we’ve been adults. She was saying how she never had plans for her life. That everything in her life happened by chance.

Well, my story was quite different. I had plans for almost every aspect of my life. Then, one mistake (what I considered a mistake—having sex without being married) changed the entire trajectory of my life. Not only did it throw a whole wrench in my plans, it messed me up mentally. Honestly, I didn’t know how to recover. Everything I had imagined was shot (so I believed). So, every decision made afterwards was based on that one “mistake.” Shame is a beast!

After my life and plans began to crumble, I decided to do something drastically different. I woke up one morning and decided to join the Air Force. I made that decision, or took that leap, without an ounce of fear or a second thought. Same thing when I finally decided to get a divorce. At first, I was too afraid to leave because I had no idea how I would survive on my own. Then, one day I wasn’t afraid anymore. It was the same when I resigned from my job. I had no fear.

What I am trying to say is when you’re really ready to take the leap you’ll do it, and you won’t be afraid. Maybe nervous, but not afraid. For me, those moments of decision were the most peaceful and clearest. Listen, people can talk until they’re blue in the face trying to motivate you to do something you’re not ready for, and you may even try, but it’s not until you’re actually ready that you’ll take the leap without fear or regret.

Anyhoo… here’s the real post. Guess I felt like writing. Smile. Take the leap…when you’re ready. And you’ll know when you’re ready because all fear will be gone.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Facebook Memory: July 25, 2022

Listen, it took me a while to take the leap. Had been feeling it for years. Had so many excuses why I couldn’t. How I couldn’t make it without having support, without a clear direction or plan. Then, one day, the fear was gone. Like completely GONE. That’s when I took the leap. Has it been easy? Not at all! However, it was so worth it! I DO NOT regret it at all!! Y’all, three years ago I couldn’t even envision this. But GOD DID!!🙌🏽

I know there are more leaps to come; and when they do, I won’t be as hesitant to take the leaps.

Take the leap. God’s got you!