Monthly Archives: January 2017

What Lies Ahead

Posted on January 8, 2017 by mitchteemley

“If you continue in my word, then you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” ~John 8:31-32

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Real Success!

Posted on January 7, 2017 by mitchteemley

Dear Diary: Week one of 2017 is finished! So far this year I have, 1) written, “Dear Diary: Week one of 2017 is finished!” and, 2) Um…

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Hot New Movie

Posted on January 6, 2017 by mitchteemley

The two hottest trends in movies are horror-thrillers and women’s pictures I’m proud to announce that production will begin immediately on my new film: $ $ $ Note: The above is merely a place-holder while I work on my next profoundly significant blog post. … Continue reading →

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Some Screen Gems You May Have Missed in 2016

Posted on January 5, 2017 by mitchteemley

I won’t attempt a “Best Of” list (I’m still catching up on the end-of-year “for your consideration” releases), but would like to point out a few gems you may have missed: Sing Street – An endearing musical comedy-drama about a … Continue reading →

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The Wishing Map 46

Posted on January 4, 2017 by mitchteemley

Wounded pride. Without it there would be no killing, no wars. We all have it. We may only respond with angry words, but angry words are the seeds of destruction.

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Notes to Self at the Beginning of 2017

Posted on January 3, 2017 by mitchteemley

I’m still alive. What unfinished work is keeping me here? Focus on that! “I’ve got to admit it’s getting better, oh, so much better all the time (it can’t get much worse).” ~Paul McCartney “The beginnings and endings of all … Continue reading →

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