Life

It’s Already Yours

Originally shared on February 7, 2023

Hey you!

Yes, YOU!

What are you stressing about?

You know that opportunity you have been waiting for.

That goal you have been working your hardest to achieve.

That dream you took the leap of faith for.

Baby, it’s already yours!

Love you!♥️

Shaun

Life

Gratitude: What Are You Most Grateful For?

Originally shared on February 7, 2022

I am most grateful to be alive. Grateful that I have another chance to love on my babies; another chance to experience something exciting and new (why am I hearing the Love Boat theme song—smile); another chance to accept or decline opportunities; another chance to make better decisions; another chance to live…to really live.

Of course I am grateful for so much more…including YOU! Thank you for taking the time to drop in and read my posts. I truly appreciate you.♥️

Now, it’s your turn. What are you most grateful for?

Shaun

Life

You Are Not Alone

You are not alone and you are definitely loved. Praying you have an amazing day!♥️ ~Shaun

Facebook Memory: February 6, 2023

You are not alone. Let love in.♥️

Open your heart and receive the love that you give.
Life

My Jewel

Today is my bonus mom’s birthday! Didn’t quite know how I would feel when today came since my biological mom is no longer here. Plus, it’s also a reminder that my biological mom’s birthday is coming up (February 21) and I won’t be able to celebrate it with her. Yep… I am feeling pretty emotional this morning.

My Jewel—her name is actually Jewelis one of a kind. She has been in my life since I was about three weeks old, so my entire life. She tells everyone I was her first baby, even though she was pregnant with my late brother at the time of my birth. I have always loved her just as much as I loved my mom. Sometimes I feel guilty because I still have a mother here with me and my siblings do not. I feel so guilty that I rarely mention her around them. Like today’s her birthday and out of respect for them, I am not going to post anything on Facebook. However, I will celebrate her here. When God blessed me with her, He blessed me with a gem. So, how can I not celebrate my blessing.

My jewel.♥️

I have to take some updated pictures. Been using the same one for years. My sister and I have so many pictures with my dad, but not many with Momma. Gotta change that…TODAY! Yes, I will be seeing her in a few hours. I am working an hour away from her today so I am planning a surprise visit. Can’t wait to see her and love on her a little.

That’s all for now. Thanks for reading. I pray y’all have a great day.

Love you,

Shaun

But y’all, I miss my Momma. I miss her soooo much.♥️

Life

God Has The Final Say

God’s got you!

No matter what you are going through or what things may look like, remember God has the final say. Keep your head up and keep going because it is not over until God says it’s over. Can’t you hear Maurette Brown Clark singing, “It ain’t over, til God says it’s over. … Keep fighting until the victory is won.” Well, I surely can. Smile (It Ain’t Over)

Wishing you a fabulous week.

Be blessed!♥️

Shaun

Life

Do You Know What You Desire To Achieve?

Do you know what you truly desire to achieve—in life, your relationships, and/or your career? If so, are you actively pursuing your desire(s). If not, why not? What’s stopping you?

Facebook Memory: February 4, 2022

Me… To be happy! To enjoy this life God has blessed me with. To be a blessing to others. To spread love, hope, and joy in everything I do. I want others to know and feel they are loved. This is what I truly desire.

That’s all I have for now. By the way, this is my 995th consecutive day of posting! Woohoo!! Five more days until 1000!!! Can’t you tell I’m excited?! Listen, I keep myself hyped!! Laughing. Can’t wait to celebrate!!!

Okay…I’m done. Enjoy the rest of your day and I will talk to you tomorrow.

Love you!♥️

Shaun

Life

Hello Sunday

This morning I am torn between sharing the song that’s currently in my head or, not one, but several Facebook memories. The song has nothing to do with the memories. It’s just what I woke up hearing.

Hmm…. Let’s see what I decide.

Well, I went to my journal for inspiration, and my entry from last year basically summed up the Facebook memories I was thinking of sharing. So, I guess I will share a snippet of what I wrote.

Journal Entry: February 4, 2023

Today’s quote was, “Keep Showing Up.” I’m learning more and more that my dreams are not meant to be given up on. Even when I feel like things just aren’t going to happen or everything is pointless, God shows me otherwise. Those goals that I wrote down years ago, as well as the dreams I had as a little girl, they’re all going to come to fruition. What I imagined over 40 years ago, I will have. I just have to keep showing up and allowing God to lead.

I ended the entry with–

Lord, I’m trusting You to do it Your way. Amen

Honestly, I really don’t need to write more. I believe that said it all. The only thing I will add is, no matter what, do not give up on your dreams. Many of mine are over 40 years in the making and I still have not given up so you don’t either. Love you!♥️

Shaun

P.S. That song that’s currently stuck in my head is “Exhale” by Whitney Houston. I know, very random, but that’s me. Smile

Life

Repeat After Me

What they do does not have anything to do with me. I control who and what I allow into my space—physically and mentally. I am in control my feelings and my reactions. My peace and time are priceless.

Or what I actually say —

What they do ain’t got nothing to do with me. That’s their business and I am staying out of it. My peace and time are too precious to be worried or consumed with other folks stuff. Shoot, I’m too busy dealing with my own.

Feel free to use either.

Y’all, please don’t let social media drag you down rabbit holes of other people’s lives. Avoid the pull at all costs. It’s just noise to keep us distracted from what’s really important—love, kindness, respect, empathy, compassion, and justice for humanity. We have to block the other stuff, the negativity. I know juicy gossip and click bait content are often too interesting to ignore. However, our mental, emotional and spiritual wellness is far more important. Don’t fall for it.

On another note. Whenever you come across these kinds of stories or posts, always say a prayer for those involved. Believe me, prayer changes situations and people…including you. Smile

Love you!♥️

Shaun

Life

Wait…with Patience

Love today’s memory. It’s a reminder that waiting is so necessary. Most of the time we do not understand why we have to wait. However, if we are not careful, and make moves before we receive God’s approval, things will not go as smoothly as they would have if we would have waited, or they will not work out at all.

From my experience, waiting is part of the growing season. Looking back over my life, I can see how things played out when I was impatient and did not wait on God versus when I waited (not always patiently, smile) on God. Boy is there a big difference! I can see where my impatience caused me to have quite a few unfavorable experiences—unfavorable but not always terrible. Some were actually fun! Just saying. Yeah, they were fun but they costed me time, resources, and emotional distress—things I cannot recover—and delayed blessings. However, with that being said, those experiences were not wasted. They were lessons that taught me the importance and benefits of patience and waiting.

Today, I can say the lessons are paying off. Y’all, my patience has help me persevere through some crazy times. Times when I have wanted to step out of God’s will and do things on my own. The waiting period has allowed me time to grow, to get to know myself better, to become more focused, and to make better decisions. So thankful for both.

Facebook Memory: February 3, 2023

If your answer is WAIT, do not lift a finger before God tells you to move. He does not need your help with making things move along faster. Everything that is meant to happen WILL happen according to His plan and timing. So, wait.. with patience.♥️

God’s timing is always perfect.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend! Remember to show yourself some love.

Love you,

Shaun