My life. My world. Love, hope, peace, joy & happiness.
Remain present and prayerful.
Remain Present—This very moment is all you really have.
Remain Prayerful—Stay connected with God. He’s your source for all things. Don’t ever let Him go.
Y’all, time never stops or slows down. Be sure to make the best of NOW. Also, keep that line of communication between you and God open. As I mentioned above, He’s your source for all things.
Correction… He is the Source.♥️
Love you,
Shaun
Good Morning!☀️
At the moment, I’m hearing New Edition’s “Can You Stand The Rain” playing in my head. The song says—
“Sunny days, everybody loves them. Tell me, baby, can you stand the rain? Storms will come. This we know for sure. Can you stand the rain?”
Thinking about this election and how the closer we get to November 5th, the more people are allowing a few drops of rain (sound bites here and there) to throw them off.
Yes, everyone loves sunny days. They love when everything is happy and sounds great; however, how many can actually stand the rain?
I’m sorry, but I don’t want anyone on my team or in my circle who can’t stand to get even a little wet. I love you. I will never mistreat you. However, I can’t allow you to have access to me in a way that your thoughts or opinions are in my ear. You need to go elsewhere.
Muted.
Unfollowed.
Blocked.
I hate that every election season I have to start muting people. I have even unfollowed a few. Thankfully, I haven’t blocked anyone yet. I don’t interact with people enough to block anyone. But you best believe I will—in a heartbeat—because I don’t like mess. Oh! And that algorithm on X is horrible! Click one post and a hundred more like it shows up. Y’all, it’s a nightmare. However, it is very revealing how people react when they disagree with something. How uncivil they can become. It’s very disheartening and disappointing.
One drop of water and their entire demeanor changes. So, how would they ever fare in a storm, any storm? And I’m not only speaking about politics or during an election season when emotions are running high, but when it comes to life in general.
Everyone loves those sunny days. However, it’s the rainy ones that we need to be most concerned about.
I know this post was random. Just finished scrolling through my timeline on X (which is living up to its new brand). Think I’ll post whatever I’m going to post on it, then log off. I believe I’ll hang around on the Slowgram and Family and Friends Book for a few days because the other is way too toxic and divisive for me. That’s where storms stay brewing. The kind I refuse to stick around for.
Anyhoo… I know this one was more of a random ramble. Thanks for allowing me to share. Wishing you a wonderful, sunny day. Listen, don’t be one of those who run when the rain drops start falling. If it’s someone you believe in or care for, stick around. Don’t be a fair weather friend (just had to throw in a little J.G.😉). Weather that storm with them.♥️
Love you,
Shaun
Good Morning!☀️
Who’s in your circle?
Do they build you up or tear you down?
Do they give or constantly take?
Are they supportive?
Are they kind?
Can you trust them?
Again, who’s in your circle?
Hmmm…Something to think about, right?!
That’s it for now. Praying you have a wonderful day and fabulous week!♥️
Love you always,
Shaun
Good Morning! Are you still holding on to past hurts or disappointments? You say you’ve forgiven everyone who has hurt you, but have you? It’s one thing to say you forgive them with your mouth and another to mean it with your heart. Speaking from experience.
Short story (making it very short)…
For years I had said I’d forgiven my daughter’s father for the lies, abandonment, and heartbreak he caused me. However, in reality, I had only packed the hurt away and covered it with things that looked and felt good—one of them was my marriage. Well, sixteen years after I ended things with my daughter’s father (close to nine years into my marriage), we briefly reconnected. Nothing romantic. He reached out to connect with my daughter. He also apologized for the things he did and put me through while we were together (and afterwards).
Well, after he finished his spill, I told him I forgave him. Y’all, when I tell you I felt like the shackles had been released! I said I forgave him and actually meant it. It wasn’t all talk. Unfortunately and fortunately, that act of forgiveness opened my eyes to decisions and choices I had made while I was hurt. Which meant I had to clean up a few messes, beginning with letting my ex go (details about my decision can be found in past posts).
Listen.
Forgive.
Forgive with your whole heart.
I know it’s easier said than done.
Ask God for help—He’s got you!
True forgiveness sets great things in motion.
Try it!
Well, that’s all for now. Thanks for reading. I pray you have a wonderful day and an amazing week!♥️
Love you,
Shaun
Don’t you just hate it when you respond to an email before daybreak and end up working instead of getting a few more hours of rest. That’s what happened this morning right after I posted my first blog saying I was tired. UGHH!!! Can’t blame anyone but myself. Well, I am about to call it a day and relax and…….
Watch Divorce in the Black!! It’s Tyler Perry’s latest film. Now, if anyone should be tired, it’s him. They used to say Tom Joyner was the hardest working man in radio. Well, Tyler has to be the hardest working man in the television and film industry. The man is forever releasing something.
Here’s a link to the movie trailer. Check it out!♥️ ~Shaun
When we see or hear messages like the one above, we tend to believe our breakthrough is right around the corner. Well, sometimes that corner is very long, like years long. Just know that eventually your breakthrough will happen. Hold on as long as you can in your power. Then when you can’t hold on any longer, give it to God.
Honestly, I am not necessarily sure what I was waiting for besides my divorce, which happened two years later. I am pretty sure there was so much more by the exclamation marks and dancing emoji I used.
A lot has happened in seven years. I am so grateful for every breakthrough I experienced. They strengthened my relationship with God, and made me who I am today.
I pray that whatever breakthrough you are waiting for happens soon. If it doesn’t, just hold on. Believe me, it will happen.♥️
Love you,
Shaun
Saw this Facebook memory and immediately heard Earth, Wind & Fire’s, “Can’t Hide Love.” You can’t hide it so you may as well let it in. Just saying.♥️ ~Shaun
Facebook Memory: June 16, 2022
For love to win, you must first allow it in. Love cannot enter a closed heart.♥️
Today, I am veering a little off script. Instead of writing my Father’s Day message under my “Hello Sunday” post, I have decided to give fathers their own post.
To all of my wonderful fathers out there, know that we see you. Yes, we actually see you. We see you, and you are loved and appreciated. Enjoy your day!💙
Spending the day with my daddy. Not sure how much longer we have left together. Going to spend as much time as possible with him as I can. He’s not sick, but he is getting older and moving a little slower. He’s my heart.♥️
Just wanted to drop in and say good night. This weekend I finally got to visit my baby girl and love on her a little and vice versa. I am so proud of the woman she’s become and is becoming. Y’all, I just love listening to her (even when we disagree) and watching her. I love her smile. I love her laugh. I love her passion. She will always be my baby girl. I know I say this a lot, but I still cannot believe I am a mother. It just blows my mind that I have mini-mes. This is what I mean when I say I am truly blessed. I also met up with my oldest nephew and his wife. Same feelings with him. He’s so grown now.
Anyhoo… I pray you had a lovely weekend as well. Remember to love and cherish your loved ones. Love on them and allow them to love on you. Yes, allow yourself to receive the love that you give. Believe me, it makes wonderful experiences even more special.
Wishing you a restful night and peaceful week. Love you!♥️
Shaun
Before my mom passed, my siblings and I gave her her roses, especially during her last few months of life. During that time, we were intentional about letting her know she was so very loved and appreciated. Y’all, there was no way we were going to let her leave this world wondering. Now, don’t get me wrong, we loved on her before then, but it was nothing like those last few months. Everything was different. Maybe because she was different. It was almost as if it had finally resonated with her that she was actually loved and appreciated. Imagine going through life never truly knowing if you were loved or appreciated. Hmmm… Another topic for another day.
Well, unlike Momma, I don’t have to wonder. I know my two love me. I feel it through their actions. Not through receiving material things like physical roses or gifts, but through their affection and words of appreciation, affirmation and gratitude. Yes, I am one loved mother. Smiling
Not only am I grateful for my roses from them, but also from others. I am so grateful for those who pour into me and let me know that I am appreciated and loved. I receive, accept, and appreciate my roses.
Hmmm… Maybe that’s the key. Roses must be accepted after received. Again, another topic for another day because I haven’t always accepted my roses, either.
Anyhoo… If you are reading this, please accept your roses. Please know that you are truly appreciated and loved. Thank you so much for taking time from your day to drop in and visit my world. In Tupac’s words, you are appreciated. Sending you virtual hugs. Praying God blesses you many, many times over. Love you!♥️
Shaun
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