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Opportunities

On July 23, 2019, I wrote the following (shared the entire post in the screenshot below), “I’m learning that opportunities do come around more than once, just repackaged.” Well, this is absolutely true. As with issues we don’t properly handle—you know the ones that keep resurfacing in different ways—opportunities do come back around, often in a different form. Well… sometimes we actually get the same exact opportunity—not repackaged in a different way, but exactly the same.

Now, five years ago and even up until recently, I actually believed once a door (opportunity) was closed, it was closed. Boy was I wrong! What I am learning is God closes some doors until we are better equipped to handle what’s on the other side. Not only am I watching this unfold in my own life, but I am watching it happen with Vice President Kamala Harris. Y’all, it’s the same exact door (opportunity).

With this being said, know that closed doors (opportunities) do reopen. Yes, they actually do! So, don’t give up. Keep doing what you are doing and when the time is right it will reopen, and you won’t even have to knock on it. The door will just open. Don’t you just love how God works. Smiling

That’s all for now. Wishing you a magnificent day!♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

Facebook Memory: July 23, 2019

The hashtags are their own messages!

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Growth

Facebook Memory: July 22, 2023

Lessons are necessary for growth, and life is filled with lessons. Be sure to build on what you have learned, whether from wins or losses. It’s growing season.♥️

I am actually enjoying this stage of my growing season. So many lessons and blessings. Learning and growing.☺️
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The Adventure Ahead

This particular Facebook memory basically sums up what I began feeling a few days ago—I am on the brink of another adventure. These past several years have been somewhat calm but confusing at times. Well, the confusion is slowly starting to fade and everything is beginning to make sense. I’m not going to lie, I am both excited and anxious. Not sure what lies ahead; however, as I said four years ago, I have God on my side. Everything will be fine.

Facebook Memory: July 22, 2020

I used to tell people how much I LOVED adventures. Then I went on a ride that was way too adventurous for me. Whew!! But God!

This post reminded me that life IS an adventure, and some are way more challenging than others. However, by keeping our focus on GOD, we’re guaranteed to make it through. I’m a witness! I made it!!🙌🏽

Sooo… am I ready for my next adventure? How can I not be? God is on my side.

I’m ready!

That’s all for now. Praying you have a wonderful week. Love you!♥️

Shaun

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Good Night (16)

I am truly blessed.

Winding down early tonight. I have had a long day. Long, but wonderful day.

Thanking God for tailor-made blessings. Blessings that only I can receive.

Beyond Blessed.

Beyond Grateful.

Praying you have a peaceful night. Love you.♥️

Shaun

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Sweet Jesus, I’m Still Here!

That’s how my journal entry from July 20, 2017 started, “Sweet Jesus, I’m still here!” I was praising God despite what I was going through at the time. And after reading that particular entry, that basically spelled out everything I was dealing with, I had to humble myself and thank God for where I am today. Y’all, I made it!

The things I am currently dealing with are nowhere in comparison with what I was going through back then. Honestly, I feel embarrassed about my complaints. God has brought me through some very tough times, and I’m still here!

Please forgive me, Lord, for not being as grateful as I should’ve been. Amen


A couple of weeks ago, I was notified that I had won a ticket to a Paint & Chat (too early for sipping) event. Here’s what I painted and what I decided to recreate moments ago, digitally. I needed that painting session yesterday and to meet new people. It was very therapeutic.☺️

Not the same but it only took less than 15 minutes to draw. Will redraw another time.

I pray you have a wonderful day and fabulous weekend. Love ya!♥️

Shaun

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THE Source

While we are so focused on what this or that leader will or will not do, God is trying to get our attention. Y’all, He’s our Source, not them. We must stay focused on Him. Whatever comes or goes, it’s God’s presence, love, peace, and provisions that will sustain us. He is the ultimate provider and miracle worker.♥️ ~ Shaun

Remember, God is love. Complete love. Not selective or conditional love.

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Old Habits | New Spaces

I was reading a journal entry from July 2017 where I had written, “Old habits do not belong in new spaces.” I was preparing for something new, and I heard God say I needed to change a few habits before I could move forward. Well, I did just that. I changed what I was doing at the time and God did the rest.

Be careful not to take old habits into new spaces. They don’t belong where God’s taking you. Love you!♥️ ~ Shaun

Move, so He can move.
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Keep Hope Alive

There isn’t too much to add to last year’s Facebook memory. Just remain optimistic. Good things do happen, and dreams do come true. Love you!♥️ ~Shaun

Facebook Memory: July 13, 2023

Good things DO happen.

Dreams DO come true.

It is possible to love and be loved unconditionally.

Beauty can be found in even the darkest moments.

Do not allow anyone to convince you otherwise.

Keep hope alive by remaining optimistic.♥️

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Authentically You

There is no one as captivating as you are when you show up as your authentic self. Always show up as YOU. Love you!♥️ ~ Shaun

There’s only one you, with one life. Be sure to show up as YOU because I am definitely showing up as ME.♥️

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Treasures Along Your Journey

Be careful not to miss the treasures along your journey because you are so focused on where you desire to be. Take time to breathe and take them all in. The treasures you value today are preparing you for tomorrow’s blessings.

Facebook Memory: July 12, 2022

It WILL happen when it happens. Listen, enjoy the journey while you wait. Believe me, there are so many treasures attached to your journey. You will miss them if you’re not careful.♥️

Enjoy the journey!

♥️

Love you,

Shaun