Category: Life

You deserve unconditional love, and there is no better person to give it to you than yourself.♥️ ~ Shaun

Today I am sharing two Facebook memories. Both were written the same day but shared at different times. When I talk about my 40’s being crazy, this is one of the examples.

On February 28, 2019, I was preparing to go to the movies to see Tyler Perry’s A Madea Family Funeral. The actual premiere was on March 1, 2019, but I always like to go see his movies the day before. You know, so I can feel like I get to see it before everyone else. Crazy, right?! Laughing

Anyhoo… Here’s what happened the night I was supposed to go see the movie, written the next day.

MY HOUSE FLOODED!!

Facebook Memory No. 1: March 1, 2019

Sitting here thinking. Y’all, God really does have a sense of humor. Just thinking how I was in the bathroom getting ready. Thinking about how I was going to be laughing. Then God said, “Oh, you wanna laugh. I’ll make you laugh!” And He did just that!! He said, “You ain’t gon’ be laughing at nobody else. I got you!” I love my life and I love my God. That’s how we interact.

Facebook Memory No. 2: March 1, 2019

Last night threw me for a loop! Everything happened so fast. It’s one of those situations where you really don’t have time to think about how to react, you just go with the flow. The guy who came to help clean up the water kept saying I was taking it well. I told him that being emotional wasn’t going to help the situation. It wasn’t going to change anything. I laughed. Thanked God it happened before I left for the movies.

Now that had me disappointed. I was so ready to laugh. Can’t y’all tell I love to laugh. I was laughing when I saw the water rushing in. Hmm… I’m beginning to think that’s how I’ve learned to cope with craziness. A few years ago I probably would’ve freaked out. Thank you, Lord, for calming my spirit, for bringing me peace. Y’all, things happen. Life happens.

Over the years I’ve learned we really do have a choice over the way we react to situations. I’m not saying that I never become emotional because I would be lying. Believe me, I know how to throw FABULOUS pity parties. However, most of the time I try to put a positive spin on things that happen, especially those beyond my control. I know God is the only one in true control and He has a reason for allowing things to happen. We may not understand why, but He does, and we have to trust Him. Okay. That’s all. Thanks for listening. Enjoy your weekend! I love, y’all!💕

I handled that event pretty well. I believe God and all of His angels were surrounding me at that moment because of the way things just fell into place. And y’all, I LAUGHED!!

Guess what?! I’m about to laugh again. Gonna watch A Madea Family Funeral today to commemorate that moment.

Y’all have a blessed day. By the way – Happy March! Wishing you a month of peace, love, happiness and blessings.♥️

Shaun

Decided not to title this “Random Ramblings,” but I’m rambling. Hehehe

I was just thinking about the saying, “Hurt people, hurt people.”

I have heard this for ages and have never quite understood why people believe this is a justifiable excuse for hurtful behavior. Especially when people intentionally hurt people. I can see if they’re not aware of their behavior, but when they are, something is pretty evil about it.

Or… and this is even crazier, people who intentionally hurt people to prove a point. There has to be something deeply wrong with them.

It’s my prayer that hurt people heal from their pain. They should never hurt other people because they know what it feels like to be hurt.

Like I said, I’m just thinking… and rambling.

Looking back over my adulthood, I have been hurt many times. I’m talking about hurt so badly that my physical heart was in pain. I have been hurt so badly that I haven’t wanted to get out of bed. And during all that pain, I have never wished harm on anyone nor intentionally mistreated anyone, not even the person who hurt me.

Hurting and mistreating people is a choice. With this said, someone who believes they are intentionally being hurt because they have been hurt before is completely different. That’s an internal issue that requires self reflection and often professional help. I’m referring to the ones people say are hurting others because they’ve been hurt before.

Okay… that’s all. Not even sure what triggered this thought. Could’ve been something I saw on my timeline, or a random video, or a random thought.

Y’all have a great rest of the night and please be kind.♥️

Today’s Midday Message:

Everyone has to start somewhere. Please do not let the fear of imperfection stop you from beginning. Also, no further experience needed. Start with what you have and God will provide the rest.♥️ ~ Shaun

Love and give freely.♥️ ~ Shaun

Listen, I’m just going to invite y’all along for this ride. Let’s just call it my reality show (and I so hate reality shows), It’s Shaun’s World. Word of advice, when you speak something into the universe, be prepared to receive it.

So, this just happened to me. Someone was promoting my work right after I said I needed clients; and y’all, I almost stopped her. I am so glad God held my tongue and I did downplay my experience. I am so uncomfortable with being in the spotlight. Especially when I’m not prepared for it. This is all so new to me. I have to be okay with being recognized not just recognizing others.

Here’s today’s midday message, which is what God had to remind me:

Favor is real. When it comes your way, grasp it. Don’t be so humble that you let it slip away.♥️

Praying you enjoy the rest of your day.

Shaun

Your obedience to God unlocks doors. Be obedient.♥️

Y’all, yesterday I had a very rude awakening! It felt as if I had been chastised and all I wanted to do was hide.

Short story–

Before I published yesterday’s “Hello Sunday,” I was told to add a specific – a very specific – caption to my photo. Every time I attempted to write it, I would erase it. I was like, what’s the point? Writing those words made me feel very uncomfortable. Very vulnerable. Ha… Can’t believe I’m being so transparent right now. Well, I wrote something else and published it. Not even an hour or so later, I clicked on a live sermon and y’all, the speaker was saying the same exact thing I was told to write. Y’all… VERBATIM! I felt so small. God had given me those words and I was too afraid to post them. I am so grateful for God’s grace and the opportunity to come back a edit my caption.

This year I told myself that it was time to do things differently because I refuse to enter the next half of my life doing the same old things. The messages I have received since have been to be more open to new ideas, new opportunities and new relationships. Which also means I have to tear down a few walls.

If you didn’t know, God is pretty awesome and I love the way He loves me.

I pray you have a lovely week. Remember to be obedient to whatever God tells you to do. You never know what blessings He has in store for you.

Shaun

Was scrolling through my Facebook memories and decided to share my “Hello Sunday” blog from last year. I mean, it is still Sunday somewhere, right? This particular blog was the debut of my artwork, Shaun’s Smile.

Hello Sunday

I am proud to say I have been consistent with drawing several times a week for over a year now. Although more work is needed, I’m happy to report that my art looks so much better than it did a year ago. Looking forward to improving my skills over the next few years. One day my work will inspire millions to embrace their uniqueness while spreading love, kindness, hope, compassion and peace throughout the world.

I definitely could have been a flower child sans the drugs.

Good Night/Morning ♥️

Shaun

Listen!! DO NOT give up! What may seem impossible to man is NEVER impossible with God. Keep the faith and continue doing your part. God will take care of the rest. Have a blessed day.♥️ ~ Shaun