“I Found Him!”
(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...
Tweets, Statuses, and Grammar
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....
Taking Out the Trash
(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...
One More Sleep
(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...
The Holiday Shuffle
(Originally posted at The Mess That Is Me on 12/11) “What time are you eating Thanksgiving dinner?” I shrugged. “Four or four-thirty. ...
When They Stop Believing
(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....
Relationships and Ribbons & Bows
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...
To Fright or Not to Fright
(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?
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...
The Power of Sharing on Facebook
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....