My nephew shared a quote this morning and the words ring true.
“Everything you now do is something you have chosen to do. Some people don’t want to believe that. But if you’re over age twenty-one your life is what you’re making it. To change your life, you need to change your priorities.” – John C. Maxwell
He also added that due to social determinants it may be difficult to change your life. However, I’ll add, it is not impossible. Sometimes this means making sacrifices (changing priorities) so that you can live a better life – mentally, emotionally, and spiritually as well as financially.
I’ll end with this question–
Are you presently making changes to create a better life for yourself (see meaning above), or are you content with where you are?
Today’s “Hello Sunday” is a reblog from April 11, 2021. Y’all, it’s a year later and I still tear up when I think about how God has allowed me to live the life I have always imagined. Well.. minus the husband. Seriously, it’s funny how I always believed I could not live my best life without being married. This isn’t to say I never want to remarry because I would definitely be lying. However, over the past year, I have discovered that I don’t have to wait until I find a significant other or get married to truly live. I guess being happy really is a state of mind. God is good.
Here is what I wrote last year:
Happy Sunday! Came across a quote from a few years ago which basically sums up how I have felt over the past week. It read, “And so, she started living the life she’d imagined.” Y’all, I’m in tears right now. I have never felt so free. So in control. So focused. Been watching God work. […]
“Everyone has their own road to travel,” is what I wrote a few years ago. It seems like the older I get the more evident this becomes. No matter how much we want things and relationships to remain the same they won’t. Life is constantly evolving. Everyone has their own lives with their own set of dreams, goals and problems. And of course I have mine!
My world is finally opening back up and it looks totally different from the way it looked pre-COVID. I’m not afraid of what the future holds. However, it saddens me that things are no longer the same. As many of us have experienced, change – positive or negative – can be difficult to accept and adjust to, but it’s so necessary.
On this day three years ago, I wrote: “Reflect, Regroup, Refocus.” Never have I felt the need to do this as much as I do now. Change is inevitable and it’s happening right before my eyes. The only thing that has remained constant, and will always remain constant, is God’s presence and love. And you best believe I’m not letting those go. Nope! I’m leaning on Him even more.
Been avoiding the Will Smith/Chris Rock topic like I have been avoiding COVID-19. Not even going to dive deep into what took place. I’m still a fan of both men as well as Jada’s. A day or two before the incident happened, I posted a quote that read, “Sometimes good people make bad choices. It doesn’t mean they are bad. It means they are human.” God bless them all.
So, the only reason I referred to the incident is because of the Facebook memory I’ll share later. It’s about unconditional love. What do you think? Does unconditional love exist?
Well, I believe it does.
I believe.. and this is only my opinion.. I believe most people love unconditionally but won’t admit it. They will admit to loving family members under the guise of ‘blood is thicker than water.’ However, they seldom admit to loving significant others the same. Family, they love no matter what they do, but significant others are rarely given the same courtesy. I wonder why?
Anyhoo… here’s a post I shared several months ago about unconditional love.
Facebook Memory: November 6, 2021
Yesterday, I watched Oprah’s interview with Will Smith about his new book. Y’all, he dropped so many gems during their conversation that I had to pre-order the book. Can’t wait to read it!
Well afterwards, I couldn’t stop thinking about unconditional love. How many people actually find that person that no matter what happens in their relationship they’re bonded for life? Not because they feel obligated to be with that person, but because they truly love them. Y’all, that’s some deep stuff!
I also watched General Colin Powell’s funeral service yesterday. He and his wife were married almost 60 years. As with any marriage, I know they had their ups and downs; however, they stuck it out.
My prayer for us (those who want it) is that God sends us someone who loves us unconditionally (flaws, moods, craziness and all), and we love them just the same. No more one-sided giving. Mutual love. Mutual respect. Mutual support. Amen (Please feel free to add to this prayer. What else do you want?😉)
Unconditional love with a significant other is what I’m aiming for, and I know it’s possible!
Side note – Finished watching “Bridgerton” a few days ago so I’m more open to finding love.Yes, love is in the air!It’s time to find my King.I’m honestly thinking about referring to him as “Your Grace.”😂
Had to end on a lighter note. Please have a wonderful day and fabulous week! Thanks for reading.
How many of you were dreamers as a child? Well, I sure was! From designing clothes, cars and houses to becoming an ambassador walking the halls of the United Nations, the list of things I wanted to do or become was endless. Guess what? I still believe I can do and become whatever I want.🤷🏽♀️ And so can you! Tap into your inner child and create the life you’ve always dreamed. ~ Shaun
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