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Life

Empty Nest Syndrome is Real

Shaun Bradford

This is my son’s second semester of college and I am finally experiencing symptoms of the infamous empty nest syndrome. At first I couldn’t pinpoint where all of these strange emotions were coming from, then a few hours ago it hit me, the empty nest syndrome is real.

Y’all, today has been one of those days. I’ve been on social media posting like everything is grand when all I’ve wanted to do is scream. I tried to stay busy but kept crying for no reason. I really cannot afford to be in my feelings. Ugh!!

Another thing that is kind of bothering me is tomorrow’s my mom’s 65th birthday and she’s in the hospital again. I’m not even sure if she’s up for celebrating. But I do know she wants to leave but can’t. Y’all, it’s too much!

Anyhoo… let me go to sleep. I know I’ll feel better tomorrow. I always do.

Good Night

Life

Remember Your Why

Shaun Bradford

It’s easy to become so caught up in our feelings over small things that we forget our Why.

Today, I encourage you to remember your Why. You never know who’s missing out on something that only you can provide all because you allowed your feelings and worries to get the best of you. Stay on track. Someone needs you.

Y’all already know this message is for me, too.

Life

Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford

Today’s blog is dedicated to James Earl Carter, Jr., also known as our former President, Jimmy Carter.♥️

Yesterday, my heart sank as I read the following statement from The Carter Center –

“After a series of short hospital stays, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter today decided to spend his remaining time at home with his family and receive hospice care instead of additional medical intervention. He has the full support of his family and his medical team. The Carter family asks for privacy during this time and is grateful for the concern shown by his many admirers.”

Why did I immediately want to ask if I could also be by his side. If I could also care for him until he leaves us. Sounds weird, huh?

Y’all, he was my President. My first political memories were during his run for reelection against Ronald Reagan. I was just a little girl when he lost the race and vividly remember myself sitting in front of the tv crying my eyes out. He was my President.

I guess what I loved about him was everything many hated. He was soft spoken. He actually had compassion for humanity and expressed it, which was viewed by some as a sign of weakness. And lastly, he was from the South. I loved his southern drawl.

For me, President Carter represented kindness, hope and the possibility of a beautiful, peaceful and kind world. He was my hero! If you have not read any of my blogs about my favorite childhood song, well, it was, “I’d Like to Teach the World to Sing (In Perfect Harmony).” I am pretty sure it was Coca Cola’s adaptation of the song that I fell in love with, but either way, it became my theme song. I was dead set on making this world a better place.

Side note: Had to add this while I’m thinking about it. I also wanted “Chariots of Fire,” to be played at my wedding. Y’all, what was wrong with me?! Laughing. I was so into my own little world. Guess nothing’s really changed, huh? Smiling

Anyhoo… back to President Carter. I have watched him over the years remain humble and give to those less fortunate. I really wish that I could sit with him just to show my appreciation for everything he’s done and given.

What’s so ironic is, Friday I signed up to volunteer for a local hospice care center. I may not be able to be by his side before he leaves us, but I can be by someone else’s. A piece of his legacy will always live on through me through my service to others.

President Carter is a true servant leader and his presence and impact on the world will be greatly missed.

Sending him and his family prayers and love.♥️

Shaun

Life

Trust God and Make the Move

Shaun Bradford

You do not have to see the entire picture before making a move. Just make the move and trust God to guide you through the unknown.♥️

This past decade has been filled with visions, ideas and dreams. I have never experienced such strong desires to achieve so many things all at once. It’s as if everything I ever imagined from childhood until 40 all bombarded me without warning. Y’all, feeling overwhelmed is definitely an understatement!

Then, when I thought I had a grip on everything, I decided to be bold and take a blind leap not knowing where I would land or if I would land. Honestly, I am not sure if I am even meant to land. Seems as if I have been floating, going with the flow of wherever God’s taking me. I listen and do. I am not going to lie, it is scary at times. But I am always reminded that God has not left me yet. He’s been with me every step of the way making sure I am well protected, loved and provided for. Y’all, I am truly blessed.

Continuing to trust God to lead even when I cannot see the entire picture.