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

I Collect People

I Collect People

I watched as a gnome of a man climbed two levels of theater seats, his sweater draped over his trembling arm. He eased his body forward, almost as if afraid...

I Collect People

I watched as a gnome of a man climbed two levels of theater seats, his sweater draped over his trembling arm. He eased his body forward, almost as if afraid...

Two Words Forward & Relentless

Two Words Forward & Relentless

Two Words: Forward & Relentless I’ve never done this before, pick a word to focus on as a guiding force throughout the year. However, as I devoted myself to focus...

Two Words Forward & Relentless

Two Words: Forward & Relentless I’ve never done this before, pick a word to focus on as a guiding force throughout the year. However, as I devoted myself to focus...

The Feel-Good Reads VIP Club

The Feel-Good Reads VIP Club

That’s right. A new and exciting adventure is about to begin, and we want to invite you to be a part of it.  Members will be invited to join our...

The Feel-Good Reads VIP Club

That’s right. A new and exciting adventure is about to begin, and we want to invite you to be a part of it.  Members will be invited to join our...

Breaking Out of the Comfort Zone

Breaking Out of the Comfort Zone

The Comfort Zone. You’ve heard of that place, right? I mean, we all have one, and for most of us, we rarely leave it. Why? Because it’s a safe place...

Breaking Out of the Comfort Zone

The Comfort Zone. You’ve heard of that place, right? I mean, we all have one, and for most of us, we rarely leave it. Why? Because it’s a safe place...

Ever Feel Like You’re Spinning Plates?

Ever Feel Like You’re Spinning Plates?

Have you ever watched a performer spin twenty plates at once? You know what I’m talking about, right? It’s where a person places a plate or bowl or some other...

Ever Feel Like You’re Spinning Plates?

Have you ever watched a performer spin twenty plates at once? You know what I’m talking about, right? It’s where a person places a plate or bowl or some other...

Silence is Distracting

Silence is Distracting

Silence is Distracting A friend of ours went on a writing retreat by themselves, and I’ll be honest, I was envious. Not jealous, mind you. I mean, if I wanted,...

Silence is Distracting

Silence is Distracting A friend of ours went on a writing retreat by themselves, and I’ll be honest, I was envious. Not jealous, mind you. I mean, if I wanted,...