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The Messy Optimist

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

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Living With Grief, Storytelling ·

Living With Grief: The Last Time You See Them

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Living With Grief: The One Question Never To Ask Someone Who’s Grieving

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Tales From A Marriage – Toxic Masculinity (2)

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Quotation Wednesday – The Barack Obama Version (1)

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Street Art Sunday – Hindu Temple Art, Colombo, Sri Lanka (1)

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Quotation Wednesday – The Warren Buffet Edition

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Street Art Sunday – Colors of Reykjavik, Iceland (2)

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70+ Best Halloween Costumes for Girls

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50+ Best Halloween Décor Under $20

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Quotation Wednesday – The Shahrukh Khan Edition

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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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