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The Messy Optimist

Travel Writer. Lifestyle Blogger. Gift-Guides Curator. Humorist. Storyteller.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF GRACE WHO WONDERS WHY EVERYONE SHE MEETS CALLS HER KAREN

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I Can’t Sleep Anymore

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A Bad Penny Always Turns Up

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Tales From A Marriage: Role Model (4)

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Sixth-Grade Elections at Indira International School 

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The Butterfly Clip And The Jolnapai

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Daily Itinerary of Mark Who Shows How Hard it is to Pretend to Work Hard

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Grandpa’s Tips To Other Grandparents On How To Get Your Family’s Attention

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Savvy Auntie Tips For Raising A Teenager

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Why ‘The Banshees of Inisherin’ deserves to be the best film of the year

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My Last Name Is Khan

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Dazed and Confused

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About Me

Hi! I’m Roopa. I handle life’s messiness with a smile on my face. I’m also a solo woman travel writer. A lifestyle blogger. I curate budget-friendly gift guides and printables. I’m a funny person who is also a storyteller and entertainer. Finally, I’m a vegetarian foodaholic (and no…that’s NOT an oxymoron)! Welcome to The Messy Optimist. Learn more about me here…

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