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My Jewel

February 6, 2024February 6, 2024 Shaun Bradford

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 Jewel—is 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.

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

Do You Know What You Desire To Achieve?

February 4, 2024 Shaun Bradford

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

February 4, 2024 Shaun Bradford

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

Is It Worth Your Peace?

February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 Shaun Bradford

Question – Is it worth your peace? You know that it I am referring to. It’s that thing you have been contemplating doing but are unsure about. Or, that thing you are currently doing that has been stressing you out, keeping you awake at night, giving you anxiety, and/or making you second guess yourself or your decision. Yes…that it!

Again, is it worth your peace?

When I tell you this side of 50 is actually different. Before, I used to get involved in things because they sounded or looked good, or I saw a need I could fulfill, only to regret it later. Yeah…I am a sucker for helping/assisting where I see a need, solicited or not. Can’t help it!

Well, lately, I have been doing things a little differently. Whenever I find myself about to jump into something, I ask myself if it’s actually worth my peace. Now, being uncomfortable, feeling stressed, or even a little anxious for a moment is fine. I know that comes with new territory. But if it is something that I really do not want to do, but would typically say yes to, I stay away from, no matter how good it sounds. Listen, this is what I call growth! Laughing.

When you have finally found that peace that actually transcends all understanding (Philippians 4:7), you really take time to think before saying “yes.”

I pray you have a lovely day!♥️

Shaun