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This One Is For The Dream

Shaun Bradford

I just VOTED!!!

Today, I didn’t just vote for myself, but I voted for my momma, my grandma, my great grandma, my great-great grands—mothers, aunts, cousins, godmothers… Yes, today, I voted for them.

But that’s not what has me all emotional and excited right now. Nah… that’s not it!

Listen, I just voted for five year old Shaun!!! Screaming

Yessss, I just voted for her. I just voted for that little girl who followed former President Jimmy Carter’s every word and action about peace. Yes, I just voted for her! I just voted for EVERYTHING I once dreamed possible. Listen, we will sing my song one day!! I voted for the possibility of a more peaceful, kinder world. A world where people aren’t tolerated but celebrated for their differences. I voted for equality, togetherness, compassion, justice, and humanity. Y’all, I truly believe I will see all of this in my lifetime. Even if it’s only for a moment.

No one believed we would see this day, yet here we are. So, any and everything is possible!

Y’all have a wonderful day! And even if the results aren’t in my favor, I STILL believe!!!♥️

Shaun

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Forward

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

Forward is the only way to go.

Eyes forward.

Mind forward.

Thoughts forward.

Moving forward.

Yes, forward is the only way to go.

God’s got us.

Praying you have a beautifully, blessed day.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 8

Shaun Bradford

Whatever you bury will resurface at the oddest times.

That’s my personal message for today.

Y’all, God’s timing is quite interesting. When you open yourself up to be worked on, God will confront you with issues you thought you had defeated, only to discover they were buried.

All I can say is what I seem to be saying a lot of lately—

I hear You, God.

I’m listening, God.

And I will follow through.

Today, I’m singing my own song—

“A wonderful change is happening to me.”

And I’m here for it.

God is good!🙏🏽

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We Are The World

Shaun Bradford

Today, the world lost a genius—a musical mastermind—Mr. Quincy Jones. I honestly can’t recall a time in my childhood and young adulthood when his influence wasn’t felt. However, there is one specific moment in time—aside from when I was a Michael Jackson stan☺️—when I truly became a fan. It was when he brought together some of my favorite artists from the 1980s to produce the song “We Are The World.” I remember being in awe of so many icons from different music genres coming together to sing a song that could possibly change the world. Yes, I expected a lot. Smile. For me, it meant my wish of the world finally singing in perfect harmony was closer. I was hopeful.

Then, there was “The Secret Garden.” Whew!!! If you know, you know! What a song!

Lastly, and probably his work that had the most impact on my life, was the album, “Q’s Jook Joint”. It was released during one of the most challenging years of my life. I was a single mom with an almost one year old and had no clue how I’d make it as a mom or if I would ever be loved. This album (CD) gave me hope. I remember having it on repeat for months. Wow, the memories!

Today, I honor Mr. Jones. May he rest in peace and power.🙏🏽♥️

Shaun

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You’ve Changed

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

In case you haven’t noticed, you’ve changed…for the better.

Your walk is different.

Your talk is different.

Your confidence is showing.

And you are glowing.

Yes, you’ve changed.

Yes, I’ve changed, and I’m so loving the new me.🥰

The song I’m hearing right now is Donald Lawrence’s, “The Gift.” The song says—

“The gift, it looks good on you. The gift, it looks good. God has graced you and you wear it well.”

Wear your gift!♥️

That’s all for now. Wishing you a wonderful day and blessed week!

Love you,

Shaun

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Friendly Reminder

Shaun Bradford

You are exactly where you are supposed to be at this moment in time… EXACTLY where you’re supposed to be. Stay present, patient, and grateful. Everything will happen at the right time.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

Here’s what I shared several years ago—

It’s always best to trust God’s timing and His plan.