hope, Life

Your Future Depends On You

“The future depends on what you do today.” –Mahatma Gandhi

Besides God, Your Future is determined by you. Not anyone else, but YOU! Of course, there are outside factors that play a role in whether or not your future manifests itself exactly as you desire. However, I truly believe your future can be pretty close to what you want.

Questions for you—

What kind of future do you want? Do you know?

What are you doing today to get there?

Definitely something to ask yourself and ask often so that you stay on track. Let’s limit the detours and scenic routes. Just talking to myself. Smile.


Before I go, how are you doing? What’s going on in your world? Sorry I haven’t asked in a while. I pray that all is well.

Wishing you a wonderful day and great weekend. Do something special for yourself. You deserve it!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

gratitude, Life

July 1, 2026

Beginning my day and this new month with gratitude. God, thank You for allowing me to see another blessed day. Thank You for giving me 30 days of a beautiful birthday month. I know that I am loved and truly blessed.

As I enter the month of July, I’m speaking life and blessings over everything I touch and every space I enter. God, may Your presence and glory always precede me and remain for others to remember long after I’ve left their presence. Amen


As YOU enter July, remember to leave your worries behind. Know that God has you covered and It All Works Out.

God has you covered. Trust Him.

Wishing you blessings on top of blessings this month. Enjoy your day!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

Life, peace

In God’s Hands

On June 30, 2023, the first sentence of my journal entry was—

“I don’t know how God is going to do it but I know that He will.”

And He did.

Find Rest In God by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration

Place everything—and I mean everything—in God’s hands. He’s got you!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

hope, Life

Feeling Grateful

Woke up feeling grateful and blessed. So many didn’t wake up this morning, but I did, and I don’t take this lightly. I’m so grateful for another opportunity to be a display of God’s glory. Y’all, I’m truly blessed.🌺

Stopped to take a quick birthday selfie before I headed home. I had a great weekend with my baby girl! I got to love on her, and she loved on me. Again, I’m so blessed.🥰

Today, if you find yourself wondering about what the future holds for you, I encourage you to trust God’s Guidance, Timing, and Process. He knows what your future holds because He already has it planned.

Now, breathe…


Wishing you a wonderful day and beautiful week. You deserve both!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

God’s plan, Life

My Journey With God, 144

Question:

Why does God put so many desires and dreams in our hearts only for us to have to choose which ones to fulfill in our lifetime?

Long, long, long sigh…


If you’ve been following me for at least three years or more, you may have noticed that I don’t mind pivoting to follow wherever my passions take me. I truly don’t.

As I look back over my life, I have always followed some passion of mine. From the military to culinary to dietetics to research to advocacy—haven’t even mentioned my creative side—I’m forever following a passion. It’s like I can’t stop. Ugh…

This morning, I’m sitting here trying to figure out how to connect all of my passions. And y’all, I have MANY! Every single passion I’ve ever had still lies within me. I mean every single one.

I must find a way to connect them all.


Yesterday, my daughter’s fiancé took me to tour his new workplace. The last company he worked for had a phenomenal space—it was so nice. I loved the warm and inviting atmosphere. However, this new company has the kind of environment I always longed to work in. From the outdoor spaces to the break areas to the artwork and creative spaces, I was on cloud nine. It wasn’t just the space, but the technology aspects of it all. Y’all, I’m a low-key techie and their setup made my day.

Side note: Since eighth grade, I’ve been in love with coding and technology. Even before then, I was designing flying cars and preparing to live in outer space. I was so ready for this era. At least I thought I was.😅

During the tour, I took a moment to sit in that space, to be in that atmosphere, to take it all in.

There has to be a way for me to do everything I desire to do. I just know there is! God wouldn’t have put all of this in me just for it to remain inside of me. Laughing because He knows I love a challenge, and I believe this one is going to be my biggest yet. I have to create something that will incorporate all of my passions, desires, and dreams.


Here are a few pictures from my tour. I just loved the art. And they had Scrabble games, books, puzzles, and creative spaces everywhere. Y’all, I was on cloud nine, for real.

Anyhoo… here’s today’s inspiration— In God’s Strength— “God’s strength will take you much further than your own.”

Today, I’m tapping into God’s strength for real because ain’t no way I’m leaving this world without doing every single thing I desire to do!!

This journey of mine is an adventure indeed, and I’m loving every moment of it.

Feeling grateful and blessed.♥️

Signed with much love,

Shaun

Life

I Speak Life

Been singing Donald Lawrence’s song “I Speak Life” for the past 30 minutes or so, so I decided to share the song.

The song says—

I speak life. You’re gonna live, oh, my brother, my sister. I speak life. You are the head and not the tail you will prevail. I speak life. Don’t give up the fight for your life. You shall live and not die.

I Speak Life by Donald Lawrence

At this very moment, I’m speaking life over your life. Don’t give up the fight for your life. You shall live and not die.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

Life

My Journey With God, No. 143

What’s your top tip to be successful in life? Today, I still journal several times a day. What I’ve learned over the years is that for me to be …

Reflect and Make The Necessary Changes

Above is the post I made not to long ago. It’s my answer to one of the Daily Prompts. I’ve been awake for a couple of hours. Nothing’s wrong, just preparing for the day/week. I’ve finally learned to work with my internal clock not against it. I’m my most productive during the wee hours of the morning, so why keep fighting it? Smile

I’ve been thinking a lot about a theme for my 53rd birthday year (Year53). I always set one right before or on my birthday. However, I believe I’m not going to set one this year. I’m just going to let Year53 be what it will be.

Anyhoo…

I’m about to rollover and go back to sleep before my real day gets started. But before I do, I just want to thank God for life—for my life. I am truly blessed. Amen

Wishing you a wonderful day and a blessed week.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

hope, Life

Hello Sunday (282)

Happy Sunday!☀️

Today, I am so grateful and blessed to be alive. Blessed to hear the birds singing. To see the beautiful sunshine. To breathe in fresh air. To have food to eat, water to drink, shelter, transportation, and the ability to move about freely.

Yes, I am blessed.


Ten Days until Year53…

This year’s excitement about my upcoming birthday is quite different. Usually, I’m bubbling with excitement, counting down the days, and imagining what I’ll do. However, the excitement I currently have is more contained. It’s a peaceful excitement. If that makes sense. It’s an excitement of knowing that I’m stepping into another year of wisdom—another year of maturity and growth.

Before I took my break (which I’m now referring to as a short sabbatical), I finally accepted the role as the matriarch of my family. A role that was already mine, but one that I wasn’t ready to accept. Well, I have accepted it, which means I must move differently. I have to be more mindful of what I do and don’t do (because that also matters). I’ll never be all stuffy because I love life too much. However, the way I move through life will change a bit. It’s already changed…for the better. Smile

I know I say it all the time, but I never knew this side of 50 could be so different. I’m thankful for the change. Thankful for God’s love, patience, and grace because they have gotten me to this place. I’m so looking forward to the blessings this side of 50 will continue to bring.


If you’re looking for a little inspiration, check out today’s post “Let Your Spirit Be Your Guide.”

I pray that you have a lovely Sunday! Talk to you later.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

*Embracing my journey with God*

hope, Life

Hope For Today

Moments of Hope by Shaun’s Daily Inspiration 

“Moments of hope are found in the memories of smiles, the sounds of laughter, and stories of goodness. It’s those memories, and the anticipation of more like moments, that keep humanity alive. They keep hope alive.”


Today, if only for a moment, remember the smiles, the laughter, the good times, feelings of love, happiness, and joy. They’re not only experiences of the past but a glimpse of more like experiences to come. As songstress Maurette Brown Clark says, “It ain’t over until God says it’s over. Keep fighting until the victory is won…God has the final say.” 

It Ain’t Over by Maurette Brown Clark

Remain hopeful.

God has the final say.♥️

I love you,

Shaun

hope

Trust In God

This morning, I’m singing “Trust In God” by Elevation Worship. The song says—

“I trust in God, my Savior—The One—who will never fail. He will never fail.” Amen


Put your trust in God, for He will never fail you. He’s got you!♥️

I love you,

Shaun

I Trust You, GOD Shaun’s Daily Inspiration YouTube channel


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