Guess what?! If you’re reading this, I just prayed for you. Well… I am praying for you as I write. Smile
Remember this, YOU are loved, and someone is praying for you.♥️
Love you,
Shaun
Praying For You
Tag: hope
Worth The Wait
Good Morning!☀️
Today’s post is short and sweet. It’s a question I ask myself from time to time.
“Is what you’re waiting for worth the wait?”
That’s it. That’s the question—just a little something to ponder.♥️
Love you,
Shaun
It’s Time!!
NOW is the time to take that leap you’ve been dreaming of taking but have been too afraid to take. Yes, it’s time!
Here are a few hashtags I used when I shared this message on social media—
LeapOfFaith
DoItAfraid
GodsGotYou
YouWillSoar
It’s time! As I said in my previous post, You will win! You were born to do so.♥️
Love you,
Shaun
You Are A Winner
Good Morning☀️
Guess what?! You were born to win! What may seem like a loss at the moment is a win for the future. God sees and knows things we are not privileged to. So, do not be too discouraged by what appears to be a loss. You will win!
As the song says, “Don’t wait ‘til the battle is over, shout now. You know in the end, you’re gonna win.” — “When The Battle Is Over” by Walter Hawkins (This used to be the song! IYKYK 😁)
And this isn’t about the election, it’s about life in general. YOU will win.
That’s all for now! Wishing you a winning day!🙌🏽♥️
Love you always,
Shaun
Service
Good morning, and Happy Veterans Day to all who have served in any branch of the military. Thank you for your service!🫡
Thirty-two years ago, when I enlisted in the Air Force, I was clueless about the path my life would take. It was a journey I was definitely not prepared for, but one I’m glad I took. Until today, although I always hear “Thank you for your service,” I never considered “service” to be service.
Since childhood, I always wanted to be of service to others. However, I thought I would do this through the Peace Corps, volunteering, or later working for the United Nations in some capacity. I never considered the military as service, mostly because it was not what I had imagined as service. Hmmm… I guess taking an oath to sacrifice our comforts and possibly lives for the freedoms of others and our country is an act of service. The ultimate act of service.
Here are a couple of photos from the beginning of my official service career.
Y’all, I still can’t believe I was in the Air Force. Forever an airman—always aiming high.🇺🇸
Shaun
A thought…
Thinking about my life and my lifelong mission to serve, does anything ever look like what we imagined? Or happen the way we imagined? When I really think about it, I have been serving in some capacity since childhood. As the oldest child, I served my siblings. As a teenager, I served as our church’s historian. In high school, my sister and I started the first recycling club (this was in the late 80s—we were going to save the planet 😊). I have been doing the work, but never considered it service.
What were/are some of your lifelong dreams and aspirations? When you think about it, have you already been doing them in some capacity? Have you already been living out your dreams?
My Journey With God, No. 14
I will always believe in a world capable of unity, love, peace, kindness, compassion, empathy, equity, and joy. To not believe opens the doors to hopelessness and despair.
Keeping hope and optimism alive.♥️
Pressing Pause, Works
Pressing the “Pause” button on every day life is so necessary at times. Much too often, things outside our circle affect our psyche more than things within our circle. Here’s what I shared on November 10, 2022—
Y’all, pressing “Pause” actually works. I do it often. You should try it!♥️
Love you,
Shaun
Hello Sunday
Good Morning.☀️
Y’all, I am finally starting to socialize more, and lately it’s been with my fellow veterans. This year, I have attended at least four events, including a small social I attended last night in honor of Veterans Day. Typically, I attend one every other year. However, this year is different—maybe my age has something to do with it (Giggles). This year, I am finally fully embracing my veteran status. I realize I belong to a very special community, and it’s a community I look forward to serving, as well as serving with.
Here’s a picture of me with one of my favorite veterans and friends, Mrs. Raylawni Branch. She’s a retired Air Force nurse and a pillar in our community. I always have a great time when we’re together.
So far, my Veterans Day weekend has been pretty good. Not sure what I’ll do today. However, tomorrow, which is Veterans Day, is when the real fun begins. People treat us so well on Veterans Day. Smiling
Are you a veteran? If so, what are your plans for tomorrow?
Mine—Breakfast at IHOP, lunch at Olive Garden or Chili’s, and I’m not sure about dinner yet.☺️
Well, that’s all for now. It’s raining good (which is why I’m posting a little late) and I am about to turn over and go back to sleep.
Love you!♥️
Shaun
Change Agents
Are you a change agent for the greater good of humanity?
Two years ago, I shared my thoughts on Stacey Abrams’ concession speech in one of my “Wednesday Writings”. Here’s what I wrote—
“The highlight of the night was not a win, but a beautifully delivered concession speech by Stacey Abrams, Georgia’s gubernatorial candidate. Y’all, Stacey is not finished. … this is ONLY the beginning. Stacey is a change agent.”
In the words of the late, General Colin Powell, “Real change has to outlive the change agent.” Although Stacey isn’t in the limelight as much as she was during the 2022 elections, she’s very much present and still working towards a better, brighter future for everyone.
Questions:
What changes are you striving for—not only for yourself or those like you—but for the greater good of everyone?
Will those changes outlive you?
That’s all.♥️
Love you!
Shaun
My Journey With God, No. 13
It’s Saturday, and I’m up early, starting my day with worship. The song I’m listening to at the moment is The Soul Seekers’ “It’s All God.”
The song says—
“I’ve got a bed for my head; shoes for my feet. I’ve got breath in my body, and if I was just anybody I’d say it’s all good; but I know better, its all God. Yeah, but I know better, it’s all God.”
Y’all, it’s all God.
Forever grateful and beyond blessed.🙏🏽
God’s child.♥️
It’s Shaun’s World 
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