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.
The Mess That Is Me
Writing about the Mountains
I live a mile from the beach, and I love sitting there—in the shade of course. I love the soothing rhythm of the waves, the gentle caress of the beach,...
Writing about the Mountains
I live a mile from the beach, and I love sitting there—in the shade of course. I love the soothing rhythm of the waves, the gentle caress of the beach,...
The Destined Mates World
If you’ve followed me long enough, you know I never intended to get into writing paranormal romance. A terrific friend invited me to write in another author’s world, and eventually,...
The Destined Mates World
If you’ve followed me long enough, you know I never intended to get into writing paranormal romance. A terrific friend invited me to write in another author’s world, and eventually,...
The Need to Relax
I am almost always busy. I even found a way to keep busy while hanging out with friends or attending other functions or simply while out with the girls shopping....
The Need to Relax
I am almost always busy. I even found a way to keep busy while hanging out with friends or attending other functions or simply while out with the girls shopping....
Why Adult Fiction Still Needs Its Harriet Olsens
As I looked around my series, I looked for several different type of characters, and in some, I found one drastically missing. You might remember her from Little House on...
Why Adult Fiction Still Needs Its Harriet Olsens
As I looked around my series, I looked for several different type of characters, and in some, I found one drastically missing. You might remember her from Little House on...
The Allure of Writing About Small Towns
There’s something nostalgic and comforting about small towns in literature and film. As a writer, I’ve always felt drawn to tell stories set in quaint main streets, neighborhood diners where...
The Allure of Writing About Small Towns
There’s something nostalgic and comforting about small towns in literature and film. As a writer, I’ve always felt drawn to tell stories set in quaint main streets, neighborhood diners where...
Embracing Positivity in the New Year
Last year, I tried something new. I chose two words to focus on throughout the year: Relentless and forward. I pasted these words everywhere, so I could see them all...
Embracing Positivity in the New Year
Last year, I tried something new. I chose two words to focus on throughout the year: Relentless and forward. I pasted these words everywhere, so I could see them all...