Tag: Shaun’s Daily Inspiration

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Roses For You

Shaun Bradford
Be sure to give people their roses while they are still here. Let them know they are loved and appreciated.

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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Just Believe

Shaun Bradford

Just believe.

Sounds so simple, doesn’t it?

Just believe.

No further instructions given.

Just believe.

No signs of anything happening.

Just believe.

Is it really that simple?

Let’s find out.

Believing…♥️

Shaun

P.S. Can’t you hear BeBe and CeCe Winans singing, “It’s O.K.”? Well, I surely can. Smile

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Good Night (6)

Shaun Bradford
It’s handled. God’s got you!

Finally winding down for the night, and the song, “Ain’t No Need To Worry,” by The Winans featuring Anita Baker just came to mind. It’s the perfect song to end the day with.

The song says—

Ain’t no need in worrying
what the night is gonna bring,
it’ll be all over in the morning.

In the morning, the morning,
it’ll be all over in the morning.

Listen, whatever it is give it to God. Tomorrow will be a brand new day with new blessings. Now, trust God and get some rest.♥️

Love you,

Shaun

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Living In Intentionality

Shaun Bradford

If more kindness, love, light, peace, humility, compassion, empathy, hope and so forth is what I seek, I must be intentional about putting it into the atmosphere. I have to do more to make sure it is seen and shared, whether I am the one creating the content or sharing someone else’s. I know I won’t always get it right. However, I am willing to try. I refuse to believe there are more bad things happening in the world than good. The good just are not being highlighted enough.

Here is a quote from another fav of mine, President Barack Obama.

Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.

President Barack Obama

I have to be intentional about promoting the change I am seeking.

Wishing you a lovely week!♥️

Be Blessed,

Shaun

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Encourage Someone Today

Shaun Bradford

Encourage: to give support, confidence or hope to

Be intentional about being kind and encouraging, today. ♥️ ~Shaun

Facebook Memory: May 13, 2022

Encourage someone today. Even if that someone happens to be yourself.🌼

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Last One! I Promise

Shaun Bradford

I promise this is the last post for today. My daughter is headed back home, my son is at work, and I am left alone deep in thought. I have absolutely no idea what is going on this year, especially during my Jubilee year, but it’s a lot. Confusion, chaos, hatred, you name it. Much more negative energy in the atmosphere than positive. I see it. I feel it. As much as I would love the kumbaya moments to happen and last, they seem far and few in between.

This past year I have witnessed people do things out of pure spite just to be noticed. No one thinks about the consequences of their actions. They can care less who they harm. It’s all about Me, Me, Me, and trending. And most of the time the true victims aren’t the people they intend to hurt but those connected to them. Y’all, people will literally sell their souls and relationships just for momentary satisfaction. Then when the feeling and fame wears off they search for more ways to become relevant, even if it does more harm. What is this world coming to?

I guess this means I need to do more to spread light and love. I know people are better than this. I think it’s time I become more intentional about finding like minded people who would rather build bridges than tear them down. People who, when hurt or angered, do not lash out, but instead extend kindness, mercy, and grace. Y’all, love must win!

My heart is breaking for humanity right now. I have to remain hopeful that things will get better soon.🙏🏽♥️

Shaun

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Are You Already There?

Shaun Bradford

God always gives us a glimpse of what destiny spaces may look like—the people, the places, the mindsets, the atmosphere. Sometimes He even allows a test run just to see if it is something we are sure we want, or to get a feel of the environment. As I wrote yesterday, it’s our “yes” that actually sets things in motion.

I am 12 days shy of entering the final month of my Jubilee year. Thanking God for the test run. So grateful He didn’t let me give up. So grateful He kept pushing me forward. I’m blessed.♥️ ~Shaun

Facebook Memories: May 12, 2022

Can you see it?
Can you feel it?
Are you already living it even though you’re nowhere near it?

You can believe until you’re blue in the face. If you can’t see it, you’ll never have it. Just sharing God’s message to me. Thought you could use it too.🤷🏽‍♀️

I am there.🌸
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Hello Sunday

Shaun Bradford

Happy Mother’s Day, Momma!

This year and every year hereafter you will be celebrated. Thank you for giving me life. Thank you for your countless sacrifices. Thank you for your prayers. Thank you for your love. You will forever be loved and missed.♥️🌸♥️

Love you always,

Shaun

My momma! I miss her smile.
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Your “Yes”

Shaun Bradford
When you tell God “Yes,” be prepared for whatever comes.

In case you didn’t know, it was your “Yes” that set everything in motion. It was your “Yes” that ignited it all. It was your “Yes” that had you believe all things were possible. Now, it’s your “Yes” that will allow you to experience God’s glory.

Bet you didn’t know your “Yes” was so powerful. Smile♥️

Shaun

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More Jordan Memories

Shaun Bradford

Several weeks ago, I shared a Facebook memory with excerpts from my journal entry from 1998 along with a few pictures of Michael Jordan memorabilia that I had collected during that era. I had originally shared them on Facebook while watching Michael Jordan’s documentary, “The Last Dance,” which aired in April and May of 2020. In that post, “The Last Dance,” I said that I would share the newspaper articles if I came across them in my Facebook memories. Well, here they are, along with a Space Jam coin I had found.

Side Note: If you didn’t watch the 10 episode documentary, you missed out. It was phenomenal! Took me all the way back to the 90s. Smiling

The Space Jam coin that came with the VHS tape.
The 1997 NBA Finals
The 1998 NBA Finals a.k.a. The Last Dance

How about I had forgotten the Chicago Bulls beat the Utah Jazz in the 1997 and 1998 finals. Fun times! Loved the game. I should look and see if I wrote anything about the 1997 finals. During that time, I would have been preparing to move from Florida to Turkey so I may not have written much. Going to check before I share this post.

Well, that was my love for basketball in the 90s. Sadly, I can’t even recall the last time I watched a NBA game since then. However, over the past few years, I have watched a few BIG3 games. I love the fact that some of the players from the 90s are now coaches or have come back to play with the BIG3. My favorite team is the Triplets coached by Lisa Leslie. Y’all, she’s so awesome!

I did write about the 1997 Finals. Here’s some of what I found.

Shaun’s Journal Entries: June 13 & 14, 1997 (excuse my penmanship—when I write, I write with passion😅)

My baby girl was only 2 years old back then.☺️

Y’all, those were the days…

Praying you have a great day. Love you!♥️

Shaun