Life

My Story Continues

Here are two more Facebook memories I wanted to share before this day ended. They are my annual reminders that where I am today is not where I am meant to stay. As long as I am breathing, there will always be more to my story.

Facebook Memory: December 4, 2019

Good Morning! Here’s today’s social media find. I’m in tears, y’all. This was three years ago during one of my lowest moments, and a few days before my car accident. Whew! It was posts like this that kept me going. When I couldn’t see my way, I would always find words of encouragement through social media. I’m so grateful I made it through those tough times. I’m here. I’m still standing. What was meant to break me, didn’t work.💃🏽

Originally shared on December 4, 2016

Facebook Memory: December 4, 2020

Blessed.
Humbled.
Grateful.

I entered 2020 without any expectations. I was tired of expecting things to happen only to be disappointed at the end of the year. This year I decided to allow God to lead. What I discovered is when He leads, AMAZING things happen!

I’m so grateful to be a contributing author in the Finally Free anthology. I’m so thankful for my Finally Free family. I have always believed in divine connections. I know God has placed me where I am at this specific moment in time, with this group of authors, for a specific purpose. For His purpose. He’s so intentional, y’all! It didn’t happen two or three years ago when I thought I was ready. It happened now, in the midst of a pandemic! HOW AWESOME!! He just amazes me! Y’all, I’m so thankful I allowed God to lead.

What a difference a year makes. My brother had just passed away in October 2019, and I was in a funk. I was disappointed, heartbroken, and felt hopeless. I really didn’t want to see or hear anything about expecting great things in the new year. Then, 2020 came and flipped everyone’s life upside down. By the time I was asked to do the anthology, I was just happy to feel normal again. Y’all, God is so good. He knew exactly what I needed to keep me going.

As I mentioned in my previous post, life never really happens as we envision it to; however, it always happens according to God’s plan and in our favor. This year I am without my mom. To be honest, everything feels like déjà vu. However, unlike four years ago, I am going into 2024 expecting great things to happen.

That’s all for now. Wishing you a good night.♥️

Shaun

Life

Renaissance

Y’all!! I can’t begin to describe what I am feeling right now. Just came from seeing Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé. Listen, after attending her concert I was on a high, but this time… y’all, words can’t even express what I am feeling! I love it when I connect with people. When people view life as I do. Beyoncé is another one of those people who gets what life is really about. It’s about love, peace, freedom—the freedom to BE—and people (community). Yeah…I’m pretty much on an emotional high right now. Life is just beautiful, absolutely beautiful.

Boy, am I loving Year50.

Welcome to my renaissance!!!

Y’all, I’m here!!!

Good Night♥️

Shaun

Me being me because I am free to BE!!
Life

The S.H.I.P.

Below is a message I just listened to. Not going to lie, today has been one of those days. Honestly, the past few weeks have been somewhat challenging, yet I am still here trusting God. Y’all, so many times I have wanted to take control and do things on my own. However, as soon as I would try, God would send a message or words of encouragement to let me know He’s still in control. He has things covered.

Here is the message I received today. I pray that it blesses you as much as it has me.

The Storm Has Its Purpose” by Pastor Rich Wilkerson, Jr.

Don’t give up. The storm has its purpose.♥️

Shaun

Life

You Are Victorious

This post is for those currently experiencing setbacks, heartbreaks, and disappointments. Despite how dire life might seem at the moment, please know that your story is far from over. You cannot give up. You are so loved. Brighter days are ahead. Believe me, you will make it as you have many times before. There is no doubt that you will win!

As Pastor Joel Osteen would say, “You are the victor.” You will win as you always have. Remember, God’s got you!

I can hear Yolanda Adams singing, Victory. Can’t you? Smile

Love you.♥️

Shaun