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Rejoice, Pray, and Give Thanks

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

I pray all is well with you.🌸

Here’s an encouraging reminder from a year ago—

“Get up. God has conquered your storm.”

On the same day, I shared the following video on YouTube: “Get Up! Your storm is over now.”

Listen. Never underestimate the power of God, nor the power of prayer and praise. Keep praying. Keep praising. In good times, as well as bad. It’s easy to slack off when things are good, but those are the prayers and praises that keep you strong during the storms. They keep you going!

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV)

16. Rejoice always,

17. Pray continually,

18. Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Rejoice, pray, and give thanks. (Repeat)

Today’s the final day of my birthday month. I truly enjoyed my celebrations. Smiling as I think about my time with my babies. Just thinking about our conversations and their smiles makes my heart sing. I love them so much.🥰🥰

I pray you have a wonderful day and fabulous week! May both be filled with love, joy, peace, and unexpected favor (claiming this for myself too☺️).

God is good.♥️

I love you much,

Shaun

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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford

Happy Sunday!

Rather, Happy Self-Care Sunday!

Today is the last Sunday of my birthday month, and I’ve decided to relax a little more than usual. Not in a rush to do anything. Today, I’m taking it easy and going with the flow.

This morning, I took my time reading through my Facebook memories. Here are a few random memories that made me smile. I’ll start with June 29, 2019.

June of 2019 was a pivotal month for me. It was the month my divorce was finalized. It wasn’t until my birthday, maybe a couple of days afterwards, that I celebrated being FREE. That year’s theme was “46 and Free🦋.” I had waited so long for it to happen—years. And then, I was free.

This was a second chance at life. One that I didn’t take lightly. A decision I am still grateful I made.🦋
This was me celebrating my newfound freedom. Enjoying the water and good food.
This is a picture of my babies using my location to pull up on me. I was so surprised.😂 I just love them.🥰🥰

Maybe I’ll take a ride down to the coast. That’s if I can let this bed go.☺️

Here are a few more memories from June 29th.

The flowers, the pinks, the gold, the look, the quote—all made me smile. I’m forever a princess at heart. Even when I’m ninety, I’ll be a princess.🌸💗☺️
Ralph T, Rizz, Rizzo! The New Edition king that’s often slept on. Johnny Gill is usually my go-to; however, for some reason, on that day, I decided to listen to Ralph. Yep… this memory made me smile. NE4Life✨
Yes, I’m God’s vessel. His glory radiates through and from me.☺️✨

Great memories!

Favor, overflow, and grace. This is Year52.🎉

I pray you have a wonderfully blessed day. May it be filled with lots of love, peace, joy, and laughter.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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Divinely Created: One of One

Shaun Bradford

Happy Self-Love Saturday!💗

I pray you are doing well.🌸

Here’s a reminder that YOU were divinely created to be different, to be one of one. Embrace all of you and SHINE!✨

I pray you have a wonderfully blessed weekend. May it be filled with love, joy, peace, and laughter. And remember to do something extra special for yourself today. You deserve it!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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Being Present And At Peace

Shaun Bradford

One of my themes for my fiftieth birthday year was, “Present and At Peace.” I shared the following on this day in 2023—

That was two years ago. Here’s what I’ve discovered since—

Yes, this is peace.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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God’s Hugs and Kisses

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

I pray you’re doing well.🌸

I slept in this morning. Then, just as I was about to reprimand myself for slacking, God reminded me of His gift—His peace and blessings. This is the life He’s blessed me with. He’s given me this time and space to move as I please—time to shamelessly focus on me and only me.

And you are. YOU, my friend, are blessed.

As I mentioned last year, God’s blessings are like His hugs and kisses reminding us that we are His children. And I am taking it all in. I’m surrounding myself with His love, peace, and blessings.

I needed the extra sleep. I needed to wake up to the sunlight, not before it appeared. Usually, I would apologize for the late post, but not anymore. No more apologies. No more over explaining. I’m finally living in the space God’s graced me to be in, and I’m loving it.

This is Year52.🥰

I pray that you’ve allowed God’s hugs and kisses to find you. There’s nothing like being graced with His blessings.

This is all for now. Wishing you a magnificent day!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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Good Night (53)

Shaun Bradford

Just dropping in to say “Good Night.”

So far, I’m really enjoying 52. I know it sounds crazy, but it already seems different—in a great way.

After a week of being catered to, I finally realized that my babies are grown and have their own lives and their own money. My siblings also have their own lives. My dad and stepmom have each other and are making it the best they can together, which leaves me to do my own thing. I feel like I have this revelation often, but I uncover a newfound freedom with each revelation, and it’s beautiful.

This is Year52…

The year of favor, overflow, and grace.

I pray you had a wonderful day. May your evening be restful and your dreams be beautiful.♥️

I love you always,

Shaun

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I’m 52!

Shaun Bradford

I’m finally 52!

So, how do I feel?

Fabulous!!

Seriously, as I mentioned in my previous post, I feel rejuvenated. Like I woke up as a different, lighter person. The past week with my babies was the best. No complaints at all.

Favor, overflow, and grace in full effect!🥰 God is good.

Here are a few pictures from yesterday. My sisters will be here for a few hours this afternoon. Can’t wait to see them!💗

My daughter sent me a flower cake. It’s so pretty!🌺🌸🌼
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Good Morning☀️

Shaun Bradford

Happy Self-Love Saturday!💗

I pray that you are doing well.🌸

At this moment, I’m singing “Blessings (On Me)” by Theresa Phondo. The song says—

“Blessings on blessings on me. Blessings on blessings on me. Everywhere I go they’ll be—blessings on blessings on me. I can feel it.”

Yes, I can feel it!

Beyond Blessed🌺

And the countdown continues! THREE DAYS until Year52!🎉

Y’all, I am so grateful for life. I know I say this all the time, but I really don’t take my life for granted. I am so very grateful that I am still here and I’m healthy. I’m thankful for the love and kindness that surrounds me daily. I’m thankful for my babies, family, and friends. God, thank You for blessing me.

I pray that you have a beautiful self-love Saturday. Be sure to do something extra special for yourself, even if it’s just relaxing.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

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My Journey With God, No. 104

Shaun Bradford

A few months ago, one of our fellow bloggers, Wynne Leon, shared a quote of questions by Henri Nouwen. I saved that quote because it resonated with my purpose of allowing God’s glory to shine through me. Every day, I strive to answer these questions, whether through my blog posts, posts on other social media platforms, or personal interactions.

Henri Nouwen’s Questions

Did I love?

Did I offer peace today?

Did I bring a smile to someone’s face?

Did I say words of healing?

Did I let go of my anger and resentment?

Did I forgive?

I pray that God’s glory is shining through me as I answer each question. If not, God, please guide me in doing so. Amen♥️

Shaun

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Who Knows You Better Than Yourself?

Shaun Bradford

Good Morning!☀️

How are you?

I pray you are doing well.🌸

Facebook Memory: June 18, 2022

Besides God, who knows you better than YOU? The answer is “No one.” Always remember, you control the pen to your life’s story. As you evolve, your story evolves. Feel free to revise it as you grow—it’s YOUR story.

That’s all for now. I pray you have a wonderfully blessed day. May it be filled with an abundance of love, joy, peace, and laughter. You deserve it!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

**Six more days!!🥰🎉 Year52 is loading…