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

Crafting Worlds from Imagination

Crafting Worlds from Imagination

If you’ve followed me for any length of time, then you probably recall that Sword of Shannara by Terry Brooks is the book that not only started me reading, but...

Crafting Worlds from Imagination

If you’ve followed me for any length of time, then you probably recall that Sword of Shannara by Terry Brooks is the book that not only started me reading, but...

The Journey of Words

The Journey of Words

Just as seasons change and landscapes evolve, so does a writer's style. The words I pen today carry echoes of my past work, but they are also imbued with the...

The Journey of Words

Just as seasons change and landscapes evolve, so does a writer's style. The words I pen today carry echoes of my past work, but they are also imbued with the...

The Beauty of Imperfection

The Beauty of Imperfection

Writing is a creative journey in imperfection. I mean, it never fails. As soon as I hit publish, whether it’s a book, a social media post, or a newsletter or...

The Beauty of Imperfection

Writing is a creative journey in imperfection. I mean, it never fails. As soon as I hit publish, whether it’s a book, a social media post, or a newsletter or...

Threads of Meaning

Threads of Meaning

Every writer has their own unique voice, a lens through which they perceive the world and craft their stories. At the moment, I actually have three, a different voice for...

Threads of Meaning

Every writer has their own unique voice, a lens through which they perceive the world and craft their stories. At the moment, I actually have three, a different voice for...

9 Ways I Nurture My Muse

9 Ways I Nurture My Muse

Writing can be a beautiful yet challenging endeavor, one that often demands a deep connection with an author’s thoughts and emotions. I often find that it’s an intricate dance between...

9 Ways I Nurture My Muse

Writing can be a beautiful yet challenging endeavor, one that often demands a deep connection with an author’s thoughts and emotions. I often find that it’s an intricate dance between...

Chef Robbie

Chef Robbie

If you’ve been following me on Facebook or seen some of my YouTube videos, you may have noticed that I’ve done some dabbling in the kitchen. It started a few...

Chef Robbie

If you’ve been following me on Facebook or seen some of my YouTube videos, you may have noticed that I’ve done some dabbling in the kitchen. It started a few...