You're not actually doing it wrong. You're just... creatively reorganizing the chaos.
When in doubt, blame the dog. It's a classic. "I didn't do it, my dog ate it."
Want to know more about other techniques? Check out Technique 1: The "I was busy" defense or Technique 3: The "I'm not a morning person" excuse.
Or, if you're feeling extra responsible, learn about Technique 4: The "I'm actually a responsible adult" facade.
And, for the love of all things sane, Technique 5: The "I'm not a morning person" reboot might just save your sanity.