It’s Shaun’s World

Miracles happen every day.♥️
~ Shaun

Earlier this morning, I shared, “STAY FOCUSED!” Honestly, it was like as soon as I had accomplished something that I felt really great about, I began seeing posts of how it could have been better. From there it just went downhill. Post after post seemed to make me feel worse. Made me feel like I wasn’t good enough and that I should really think about letting my dream go. Even after I tried encouraging myself by posting, “You are so close. Stay focused,” it didn’t work. Nothing worked.

Eventually, I took a nap. A much needed nap.

After I woke up, I felt better, but was still a bit down. I kept second guessing some of my decisions. I know what God has shown me, and I’ve been listening and following His guidance. However, this is the first time in the past two years that I have actually felt like throwing in the towel and saying I’m done. Life was so much easier. It may have been stressful and full of anxiety, but I always knew what to expect. Plus, I wasn’t alone. I had coworkers and colleagues I could could talk to. Now I’m solo.

Anyway, while scrolling through Facebook (yes, I got back on social media), I came across a one minute video that someone had shared. Within that one minute, the guy said EXACTLY what I needed to hear. He said that even though things begin to go left and look nothing like you envisioned, you can’t give up. He said that if he had given up, he wouldn’t be doing what he loves doing, today. This guy wasn’t a celebrity nor well known. He was someone who had an idea and stuck with it until it became a reality.

On most days I feel like I’m not getting anywhere. Like I’m doing what I know I’m meant to do, but nothing is happening. It’s frustrating at times but I keep going because I really do love what I do. I have a few things coming up that I’m looking forward to doing. I’ll be more involved with the community so I’m excited about that.

Yeah… today was just a bad day.

I know that someday I will be doing what I’ve dreamed. I just have to be patient and keep allowing God to lead.

Just thinking – It’s funny how the same thing that motivates you one day can discourage you the next. Life is so weird. Can’t help but to love it though because it makes a great story. And I love a good story. Smiling

You are sooo close! So close!!
STAY FOCUSED!!!♥️

Happy Wednesday!

My Valentine’s Day was great! Started it off by treating myself to a nice breakfast. Later, the kids brought me dinner. Even though they didn’t stay very long, we had fun singing and laughing together. When I tell you spending time with them was the perfect gift! Y’all, I just love the way they love me and love on me. We didn’t even have music on and had a full blown concert. Yes, I had a wonderful time. Smiling.

I am truly blessed.

I love y’all! Thanks for reading. Praying you have a wonderful Wednesday.♥️ ~ Shaun

Happy Love Day!
Wishing you so much love and happiness. Enjoy!!♥️ ~ Shaun

It’s all a distraction!!!

Y’all, it just hit me that that’s all it is. A distraction!

Whew!!

They say a hit dog will holler. Y’all, I think I’m that dog and I’ve been hit. The crazy thing is I’m not even sure by what or why. All I know is that I have allowed several posts and videos within the last week get to me. They have bothered me so much so that I have actually responded to them, which is something I rarely do. Listen, if it’s not about a show, sermon or something that encourages me, I don’t usually comment. Well, last week that all changed. Someone posted a tweet about love not being enough in a relationship and I responded.

I don’t even know why I felt so compelled to leave a comment. It was like I just had to respond. What’s so weird is I don’t even follow this person, but he showed up on my timeline. Had never seen a tweet of his before that day and haven’t seen one since I commented on the tweet he posted afterwards. Maybe he blocked me or something. I don’t believe I was rude; however, I was very disturbed by what he said. And y’all, he didn’t even say anything I hadn’t heard before. However, this time when I heard it, it felt different.

Okay.. so after that, I started reading, “We Over Me,” by Khadeen and Devale Ellis. The book is about their love story. Their relationship. After reading a few chapters, I began to feel somewhat better. I felt like, “Finally, someone believes the same as I do – relationships are what you make them and should not be based on someone else’s. Because I’ll tell you now, I am Shaun. I am not your friend’s, brother’s, uncle’s, daddy’s, paw paw’s, or pastor’s significant other so do not treat me as such! Okay!!

I told y’all, this has really struck a nerve.

Anyhoo… The reason I decided to ramble is because of what I just heard. So, I am just now watching Sunday’s sermon by Bishop T.D. Jakes called “Bruised Love.” Again, I must have gotten hit because pieces of his sermon have rubbed me the wrong way. The fact that I refuse to settle for less than I know I’m worth does not make me irrational or think I’m better than God. It’s no secret how well God loves me; and He has given me nothing but the absolute best (what’s best for me). So why, when it comes to relationships, do I have to lower my standards? Why?? I truly believe there is someone for everyone. One person’s perception of what’s best for them isn’t the same for someone else. Just because you may think someone is a good fit for me (I’ve already been down that road) doesn’t mean they are a good fit for me.

Whew!! I have no idea why this love junk is hitting me so hard right now. I have way too much going on to be in my feelings. And tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. Life…

Anyhoo… Now that I’ve gotten that all out into the universe, hopefully I can move on and focus on other things.

My life…

God loves us so much that He gives us opportunity after opportunity to get things right. If we miss them, it’s on us. So grateful for second chances.♥️ ~ Shaun

Today I would like to wish you a peaceful Sunday and fabulous week. I love y’all!♥️

Shaun