A - Z Emotions Challenge : Justified

Sorry I am a couple days late writing this post. I have been busy and completely forgot about this series every Friday. Til it was the weekend. I have a hard time writing this past weekend.

For one I had my grandson friday night. His dad came over Saturday after only having 1 1/2 of sleep. As he had to work in the morning and went out the night before. He pretty much laid around and expected me to continue doing everything for my grandbaby.

I felt justified in letting my son know he had to tend to his son. I let him know he needed his diaper changed. That was no diapers in the diaper bag. I went to the bathroom. I came out and the grandbaby was in the house with my daughter and a friends child, his diaper had not been changed.

I go to my room and grab a diaper that is a size smaller to put him for now. I changed my grandbaby and took him outside where his father was at and placed him in his dad's arms. I went back inside.

I felt justified in giving my grandson to his father. He chose to go out drinking the night before. Knowing he had to work. That doesn't mean grandma will take over his responsibility the next day too. That wasn't the deal.

After my son came back inside. He went out to his truck and got a pack of diapers. Um, what the heck! Really? I thought you wait til after I change your son to get that diapers.

Later that day after going with my boyfriend to do somethings. I picked up the grandbaby and notice he was really hot. As I had bought him some new onesies. Since, my son said he needs bigger clothes. I was putting one on him. I asked for a diaper, as the baby needed changed. My son told me he had just changed him. I said,"Well he needs changed again. His diaper is droopy. He peed."

I asked my son if the baby might be running a fever as his whole body was hot. He told me, "Yeah, he has a fever of 99 point something. I will tell his momma tomorrow." I couldn't believe what he said.

I told him that baby needed some medicine to get his fever down. He told me he didn't have the money after buying his phone. Ugh! I reached for my purse and grabbed the last $5.00 I had. I gave it to my son and told him to buy some medicine for the baby to get his fever down. I also instructed him to get give him a bath to help lower his temperature. I gave him a lecture. He didn't want to take the money. However, I made him. As I was not going to have it on my mind that I could of helped that baby if something happened. That baby needed some medicine to bring that fever down.

I felt justified in giving my son a lecture. I know things have been rough since he split up with his baby's momma. He only gets to see his son every other week. That is no excuse for his poor behavior. That baby must come first at all times. There is no reason he should have been broke not to be able to have enough to get that baby medicine. Espically since he was paid the day before. He forget he told me how much he makes and how much his bills are. He brings in more money in a month than I do.

I felt justified in telling him he needs to get his act together. I wonder if that was why he didn't bother calling or coming over on Mother's day the very next day. Instead he wrote on Facebook. How nice!! At least he remembered.

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This series was started by Ruth Cox, a good friend and great writer. To learn more about it. Please click on the photo below.

* This article is a 26 week part series of A - Z Emotions Challenged.

Here's a list of my other articles in the A- Z Emotions Challenge 26 week series :

A - Z Emotions Challenge : Abandoned

A - Z Emotions Challenge : Blessed

A - Z Emotions Challenge : Complicated

A - Z Emotions Challenge : Delightful

A- Z Emotions Challenge : Emotion

A - Z Emotions Challenge : Forgive

A - Z Emotions Challenge - G, not one many

A - Z Emotions Challenge H - Handicapped
A - Z Emotions Challenge I - Isolated, Instructive, and Ill Tempered 
A- Z Emotions Challenge J - Justified

Happy Mother's Day

Today, in the United States we celebrate,"Happy Mother's Day". It is a day to celebrate and remember all the mother's out there. If it wasn't for our mothers we would not be here.

Yesterday, my boyfriend took his mother, father, and myself out for ice cream. We went to local ice cream shop that has three locations in my city. It has the best tasting ice cream around. Beats out Dairy Queen by a long shot.

Today, I took mom to the Japanese steak house for a late lunch early dinner. I will write about that later on my food blog.  She doesn't go to places unless it is McDonalds, Burger King or something like that. So, it was a real treat to take her to a sit down restaurant. She really enjoyed herself. I was happy to be able to spoil her on Mother's day.

My boyfriend and I allowed our parents to choose where to be taken to eat at. We felt it was there day. We would allow them to choose where to be treated at.

My daughter gave me a bracelet for Mother's day. I am pretty proud of her. She helped put in on my wrist.

My teen son wished me a Happy Mother's day. Told me not to get up for anything. He would get it for me. Now he is hiding in his room. Lol.

My oldest son texted me Happy Mother's day. He was over most of the day yesterday with a hangover. As I watched his baby all night.

I had a great time spoiling the mothers on Mother's day. I made sure to text and Facebooked all my friends that are mothers and wish them a Happy Mother's day.

I made sure to let a friend of mine know I was thinking of her on Mother's day.  Even though she doesn't have her daughter. I know she loves her daughter very much. Regardless of where her daughter is.

You see this friend made a mistake and went to prison while pregnant.  You guessed it. She had her child in jail. Where it went straight to foster care. Where eventually she was adopted by the foster parents. My friend is still a mother regardless of her past. I made sure to let her know I was thinking of her because I know how much she loves her little girl.

I know many people don't know what to say in situations like this. Ignoring it or pretending it hasn't happen. Makes things worse for the mother. I wanted my friend to have a good day. Since she couldn't be with her daughter. I know she is hurting. I made sure to let her know I was thinking of her. It's the least I could do.

Make sure to remember all mothers on this day. Regardless if they have their children with them or not. The ladies are still mother's. Only difference is they can't hold or hug their child. They may need a hug more than we do.

I want to wish all friends, family, fellow bloggers and loyal readers a "Happy Mother's Day".

How have you celebrated Mother's day?

Having a religion does not give you the right to stomp on another person's religion

I was reading an article titled "Complaint says crosses at Catholic school offensive, prevents Muslim prayers". The one thing I love about the United States is the verse of religion groups out there. You respect other religions rights and do not go out of your way to step on them for your own gain.

However, this article clearly shows some Muslims have joined a Catholic school and trying to push their religion by stepping on the Catholics religion. Finding offense with the Catholic cross.

The one thing people need to realize no matter what religion you are, if you enroll your children in a Catholic school. There will be Catholic rituals, items, and rules. The people have the right to transfer to another school that is not offensive. Or better yet create more schools for the Muslim religion. Instead of trying to stomp on another religion.

Being religious does not give you the right to stomp on other religions, practices, or symbols. If you find offense with them. Move on. Quit trying to change things to your religion. This is America, the land of religious freedom.

Window To Our Souls

This is a poem I wrote awhile back. I write poems alot. As I feel they are a different way for me to express myself. I know I haven't shared many on here. I may just start sharing some more. I don't have a rhythm when I write. I just log down my thoughts and feelings. I hope you like it and can understand the meaning behind my poem.

Window to our souls
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As we stare eye to eye
We wonder about each other thoughts
I have a secret
I know the eyes
Are the window to our souls
Your mouth can say what you will
When I ask you questions
When your soul is bared
Your eyes can not tell a lie
So you can run away and hide
Or wear dark glasses
I'm on to you
There is no reason to hide
No reason to lie
Just let me see your eyes
I'll know if your soul has been bared
No words need to be said
For the truth to be spoken.
©Sandy Segur aka rusty2rusty

For those who do not Sandy Segur is my real name. rusty2rusty is my online screen name.

Challenge : Write any style of poem

Photo from Pixabay.com. I tried taking a photograph of my eyes for this article. I was getting too much glare on my glasses. The photos wasn't turning out. I guess I need to learn more on how to work with glare in photos.

Crockpot Quinoa

Have you had Quinoa? If not, it is a grain grown for the seeds which are edible. Quinoa is more closely related to beetroots, spinach and tumbleweeds.

Quinoa first came from the regions of Ecuador, Bolivia, Colombia and Peru, some 3000 to 4000 years ago for human consumption. Quinoa is cooked like rice and can be made into any dish.

I enjoy making meals in the crockpot. I made a dish with Quinoa. It was easy to prepare. I added the Quinoa in last. As it tends to soak up any and all juices the longer it cooks.
In this dish I added : baby carrots, black beans, mushrooms, spinach, diced tomatoes, tomato juice (as the base), salsa, sea salt, everglades seasoning, black pepper, and crushed red peppers.

I wish I would have taken a photograph. As it looks beautiful with all the color combination. I usually do when I make something new. This time I was enthralled by the colors, I forgot.

I never heard of Quinoa til my health needed to be paid more attention to it through what I was eating. Finding out I have type 2 diabetis which requires medication was a real eye opener.

What is your favorite way to serve Quinoa?

Photo from Pixabay.com

10 Things I learned About Blogging

Today I decided to write about my blogging experience. I have been blogging on and off for years. I have had several blogs I deleted, I wish I would have kept and brought back when I became active again. These are some things I have learned about blogging :

1. You must write a niche. A niche is a subject. One that catches someone interest. So they will follow you. Such as : Food, Animals, Challenges, Rants, Celebrations and Holidays, etc.

2. You must comment when you can. Bloggers won't know who you are or if you were there if you don't leave a comment.

3. Always comment back to someone who leaves a comment on your blog. No matter how small it is.

4. Join online blogging websites. Such as Blog Luv'n to join other bloggers. Or Facebook groups dedicated to blogger's. One that is active, where admins make daily threads and comment on posts.

5. Just because noone comments. It doesn't mean it was a bad post. Don't delete it. Keep it up. I have had blog posts comments on months after initially sharing it.

6. Share your blog post via any social networking website you can join. The more you share your blog links, the more the word gets out.

7. Become a dedicated blogger, if someone comments on your blog. Search out a blog of theirs and leave a comment. It is great when bloggers help each other. Google+ is great about linking blogger's up.

8. Update your blogs at least once a week. If you are going to be gone for an extended period of time. Please let your loyal readers know. If you not you risk losing them. Once you lose a loyal reader. It is hard to get them back.

9. If you share you blogging link. Make sure you have time to click on other people blogs and comment on theirs. People loose interest if they are commenting on your blog but never get a response. Nobody likes someone dropping links and disappearing without a word.

10. Most of all be kind when leaving comments. Do not spam other people's links or blog posts without permission. Spamming is a sure way to lose readers and get blocked. Word gets around fast about those who like to spam. Instead join blog link ups. Do a google search and all different kinds will be brought up. Choose which blog link you blog best describes your blog and link up. You will meet more blogger's that way. Scroll to the top of this page to find Weekly Links Up or create your own.

Challenge : Write what you have experienced or learn from blogging.

Photo from Pixabay.com a free use photo website.

Food Wordless Wednesday #3

Sharing food pictures for Wordless Wednesday. Where you share as many photos as you want with as little to no words. Please enjoy! If you have any questions, please ask!

Black bean chilli

Black bean chili with sour cream and cheese

Tomato and mayo sandwich

Chicken cooking on the grill

Saute mushrooms with cheese

Rivel soup also known as poor man's soup

Italian cream chicken, mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes, crescents, and cheesy broccoli

Wordless Wednesday #6 : Visiting the Park

Sunday the family went down to one of the local parks in town. It is a nicely wooded area, where you can cook out, play basketball or sit and watch the little ones play on the playground.

I Write Because..........

I decided to take a prompt. I found it on a blog called "Finding The Grace Within". The prompt is to finish the sentence. (I write because.....). If you would like to take the prompt and share your link, you can go : here

I write as it is way for me to express myself instead of holding in all my emotions. As I tend to hold everything in, than explode. Writing helps me keep a hold of my emotions.

I write because I have many thoughts in my head that I would like to share with the world.

I write because it is a passion of mine. I started writing when I was a young teen and have taken off with it ever since.

I write because I started to pursue my writings when I was member of Gather.com. I met alot of wonderful and nice friends that way. They have encouraged me through the years and have been there for me when I needed it. I communicate with many of them on Facebook. They have seen me move from Ohio to Florida. Back to Ohio again. Seen me a single mom, to being married, to being shot, to fleeing from my estranged husband to my home state. They have been with me through my illnesses and disabilities. To hearing when my first grandson was born. They have gave me advice when it comes to my ADHD  / ODD daughter. They are what I consider real life online friends that I wish to meet one day.

Challenge : Write the prompt and link up at : Tuesday At Ten

My Secret Spice

When I am making meals from scratch or from a box. I always add some type of spices. Whether it is one a recipe calls for, or something I like to add.

I tend to use Everglades seasoning the most. This is my favorite spice. I call it my secret spice. As you can't buy it in my local area. I can order it online from their website.

I first found out about the spice while living in Florida. By a real excellent cook name Lena. She did alot of home cooked southern meals that still make my mouth water thinking about them. She always used Everglades seasoning. At times it is the one seasoning she would use. I learned alot from her as we became fast friends.

For a simple use of Everglades seasoning : Buy a package of the boneless chicken drumette or chicken legs. Season them with Everglades seasoning. Pop in the oven or on the grill til done. Your guests and family will think you spend much more time making these.

I also use Italian seasoning alot in my creations. I love getting a thin steak adding Italian seasoning, a little butter and frying it up. Of course Everglade Seasoning is added.

What spice or spices do you tend to use alot in your cooking?

Photo from Google images : a free reuse.