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faith, trust God

Hello Sunday (291)

Shaun Bradford

Happy Sunday, Y’all!☀️

This morning’s post is for anyone who can use a little encouragement. Know that difficult times don’t always last. They do pass. I’m not just saying this because it sounds good, but because I know firsthand that they do pass—they do not last. God really does have a way of making everything all right.

The song of the hour is “Be Encouraged” by William Becton. The song says—

I know right now it’s impossible to see,
but God is gonna work it out if you just believe. Remember this one thing while you’re going through, if God delivered Daniel, He’ll do the same for you.

Be encouraged no matter what’s going on,
He’ll make it alright,
but you gotta stay strong.
Lyrics: Musixmatch

Listen, hang in there. Stand on your faith and stand on God’s word. Trust Him. He’s got you!

Wishing you a lovely Sunday and beautiful week ahead.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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gratitude, Life

Living Life On My Terms

Shaun Bradford

Happy Self-Love Saturday!🌺

After going down numerous rabbit holes watching interviews with and about Dolly Parton, I’m never going to apologize for fully enjoying and living life on my terms. Maybe I’ll never be invited into certain rooms or be everyone’s cup of tea; however, at the end of my life I’ll know that I lived it to its fullest being my most authentic self and doing what I love. I wouldn’t be honoring God if I didn’t.

Y’all, I truly love who I am. This wasn’t always so. I wasted many years wishing I could fit in. Wishing I could be invited to this or that, or accepted by certain groups of people. Now, I don’t care whether or not I’m invited or accepted. Those who love me, love me. Those who were tolerating me are slowly being removed from my life, and I’m learning to let them go. I’ve found that it’s true, God will replace what you thought you lost with better.

I’ve said this so many times over the past few years that I’m beginning to sound like a broken record—I am absolutely loving this side of 50. I am so grateful for my life.

God, thank You for making me, ME. Thank You for loving ME.

I pray you have a wonderful Saturday! Be sure to be extra loving, kind, and gentle with yourself. Give yourself grace.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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Life, Uncategorized

Hey Y’all, Hey!

Shaun Bradford

Happy Friday!

Y’all, I’m sitting here laughing because it just dawned on me that I haven’t spoken to you today!! I just knew I had said something.😂

Listen, it’s been one of those days. Been multitasking all day. Then took a much too long nap. Started watching Tyler Perry’s Beauty In Black earlier. Had to stop to let my daughter catch up. Y’all, this is the only Tyler Perry show she’s ever been excited about. It’s so funny because she caught up with me then said she was about to watch the next episode. I had to tell her to slow down! We can’t watch it all tonight because what will we watch tomorrow.😂😂😂

Y’all, this show is WILD! Each episode has left me with my mouth hanging open. Whew!!! Listen, if you’re looking for a show that’ll take you on one of the craziest rides, Beauty In Black is it! It’s on Netflix.

I promise not to wait so long to speak tomorrow. Have a wonderful evening and lovely weekend.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration. 

Life

Question: What Do You Want Most?

Shaun Bradford

Finally settling down. This day was anything BUT the “rain day” I had planned. I’m laughing because isn’t that how it is at times. The mistake I made was opening my laptop and forgetting to put my phone on Do Not Disturb. Gotta do better.

Anyhoo… I was sitting here and the question came to mind, “What do you want most?”. Not what you want at this moment, but most from life.

What do you want most?

As I often do, I’m sharing this question with you because I know I’m not the only one who needs to sit with it.

Once you find your answer, strive for that. Make that your focus.

I would say to answer the question without thinking financially or in monetary terms, but if that’s what YOU want most, then that’s what you want most. Don’t let anyone’s opinions or influence stop you from going after what YOU want most. Just don’t make it a person because that would be creepy. Just saying…

You may wonder how you would know when you’ve figured it out. Well, I believe that if you really think about it—as I am doing now—it’s that thing that’s been with you since childhood. It’s the one goal or dream you can’t seem to shake. It’s that thing that’s soul-deep.

By the way, I wish I’d had Dolly Parton on my list of people to meet. She was soooo cool!! Definitely my kind of person. And I didn’t know she loved butterflies as much as she did. I love butterflies.🦋😩

Y’all, we must keep hope alive. We can’t let it die with the greats of our time. We have to carry it on. And not only hope. We must carry on love, kindness, compassion, empathy, and goodness.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

**Can you guess what I want most? **

gratitude

It’s A Rain Day

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning🌧️ And Happy Thursday!

Right now, my room is dark, and the only sound I hear is coming from the rain falling outside my window. I thought about getting up and doing something productive. Then I looked at my schedule and my day is FREE.

Since rain is in the forecast for the entire day, I’m going to make this a rain day. I’m going to make myself a cup of hot chocolate. Find something to eat for breakfast. Then, I’m going to get back in bed and enjoy the rain. Yep! I’m getting back in bed.

Y’all, I do not take days like this for granted. I know it’s a privilege that I get to spend my day how I choose. For this, I am forever grateful. I’m truly blessed.🥰

I pray you have a wonderful day! May it be filled with love, grace, and kindness.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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hope, trust God

Happy 53 Years & 2 Months To Me🎉

Shaun Bradford

Today, I’m taking a moment to celebrate two months of being 53 years old. Y’all, it’s a blessing that I do not take lightly.

Over the past few weeks, I have witnessed so much suffering, pain, loss, grief, and sadness. So many young lives lost. So many people losing hope. Honestly, seeing it all made me want to retreat into my bubble and disconnect from everything outside my small circle. No matter how much light I tried to fill my timelines with, the more heart-wrenching stories seeped in. It was too much—so overwhelming. I know I can’t disconnect as I did before. I have too much work to do, and my purpose won’t allow it—Not this time!

As I prayed last night, God gave me this message—

You were never meant to carry the weight of the world on your shoulders. It’s far too heavy a burden to bear. If you really must help, here’s what …

Release It To God

Today, I’m giving every burden and every care to God and celebrating life.🌺

I pray that you do the same. I know it’s much easier said than done, and I’m pretty sure I’ll have to remind myself to do so throughout the day. Smile, I’m human. But we’ve got this because God’s got us!

Wishing you a wonderful day filled with peace, love, and joy. You deserve it!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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love

Hello Sunday (290)

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️ and Happy Sunday!

I pray that you’re well.

Since I just shared a post answering the Daily Prompt, I’ll share what I wrote instead of writing something else.

Enjoy the story!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

Hmmm… I Believe We Met At The Airport

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love

Happy Self-Love Saturday! August 22, 2026

Shaun Bradford

Today, receive the love that you so freely give to others.

Receive The Love

Happy Self-Love Saturday!

As you go about your day, remain open to receiving the love you give. Too often, we focus so much on making sure others feel loved that we don’t allow anyone to fully show us love.

Today, I encourage you to embrace every ounce of love that comes your way. You deserve it!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration. 

empowerment, hope

Let God’s Glory Shine Through You

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️ And Happy Friday!

Let God’s glory shine through you and through everything you touch and do. Allow Him to fill you with His presence. Amen

The song of the hour is Earnest Pugh’s song, “Rain On Us.” The song says—

Let your glory fill this place
Let your all-consuming fire, fill this tabernacle
Purify our hearts
Surround us in this place
And breathe new life within us
Send a refreshing glory
Purify our hearts

Rain on us, Breathe on us
Shower down, Shower down
Send your Spirit, Lord

Lyrics: Genius.com

“Rain On Us” by Earnest Pugh

Continue to be a beacon of God’s light. Allow Him to use you as He sees fit.

Wishing you a wonderful day and beautiful weekend. May it be filled with lots of love, joy, and happiness.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration. 

hope

Always Choose Kindness And Love

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning☀️

Today’s post is a gentle reminder to always choose kindness and love—always.

These are not your weaknesses, but your strengths.

Kindness And Love

Y’all, this week has flown by! I can’t believe it’s almost the end of the year. Seems like 2026 just began. I say it all the time, all you have to do is blink and it’s 10-20 years later. Smile…or Sigh

Listen, stay present, but also keep moving. Don’t let time get away from you. As I wrote a few days ago about life, time is also precious and should be respected and held dear.

I pray you have a beautifully blessed day!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Be sure to stop by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration and get your daily dose of inspiration.