The Mess That Is Me

The Mess That Is Me is merely my unique observations about this crazy world that surrounds us and how I fit into it. Here I will share parts of my writing process and fears, some of our travels and reports of our events, and even about our quirky family. So grab a cup of coffee, settle back, and see what lies within this twisted mind of mine.

(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me 10/10) Some things just aren’t funny. An Amber Alert is one of those things. My gut clenches...

I’ve seen the arguments on a few threads recently, as I browsed my newsfeed. I’ve even had the discussion with some friends over drinks....

(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me 01/11) It’s a fight every week. Actually, it happens twice a week because garbage pickup...

(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me 12/12) The morning dawns just as every other morning but this day is different. It’s not like...

(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me on 12/11) “What time are you eating Thanksgiving dinner?” I shrugged. “Four or four-thirty. ...

(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me 12/2011) “Lyla said that Santa wasn’t real.” Sarah froze, a sudden panic of sadness settling in....

One of the main reasons I love to write is the exploration that comes with it and I’m not just talking about the research. Through the...

(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me October 2012) These final three months of the year are my favorite. I love the weather, the...

Where have I been? Everywhere it seems. Since purchasing a new van in 2014, we have placed almost 50,000 miles on it with all of the...

Facebook is a sharp knife with a dual-sided blade. On one side, it’s a great way to connect, advertise, and share important information....