Monthly Archives: May 2017

To be Immortal

Posted on May 19, 2017 by mitchteemley

High School graduation was a big deal. We were adults, and underclassmen suddenly seemed so young. En route to prom, my lacey-gowned girlfriend and I were asked if we were married. Married? That’s what grown-ups do! A few days later, … Continue reading →

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Because I’m Right!

Posted on May 18, 2017 by mitchteemley

I dislike you for the same reason I dislike Former Me and Future Me–because they disagree with Current Me! “Civility costs nothing, and buys everything.” ~Mary Wortley Montagu “If we lose love and respect for each other, this is how … Continue reading →

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The Wishing Map 65

Posted on May 17, 2017 by mitchteemley

Have you ever been dangerously unprepared for what you were about to face?

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Dog Days

Posted on May 16, 2017 by mitchteemley

The term “dog days” means the hottest part of summer, and it’s technically only spring where I live (though temps are near 90 right now). But if you’re a dog, all days are dog days! Dog Breeds Lavatory Retriever (“Get help, Lassie!”) … Continue reading →

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Holy Bible, Batman!

Posted on May 15, 2017 by mitchteemley

Holy Bible! the classic Mitch & Allen comedy routine, which spoofs the even classic-ier 1960s TV series Batman, has just been published in script form by my online publisher Skit Guys. This was one of the most popular Mitch & Allen sketches back … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day

Posted on May 14, 2017 by mitchteemley

I had a wonderful mom, and am truly grateful for her. But I also want to celebrate the beautiful girl who first loved me, then without losing a drop, magically filled up with love for our first child (every time … Continue reading →

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Call Me Mr. Sunshine

Posted on May 13, 2017 by mitchteemley

In honor of my birthday (as if I needed an excuse to talk about myself), here’s a reblog of a post about me (aren’t you lucky?).

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Don’t Follow Your Dreams

Posted on May 12, 2017 by mitchteemley

Today is my birthday. Which, with the possible exception of New Year’s Day, is the day I’m most inclined to assess what I’ve done with my life. I’ve learned a few things in my (largish number) years on this planet. Perhaps … Continue reading →

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The Wishing Map 64

Posted on May 10, 2017 by mitchteemley

“It’s not about control,” said Aloysia. “Control is an illusion. It’s about making choices you don’t want to make. That’s what decides your destiny.”

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Who am I?

Posted on May 9, 2017 by mitchteemley
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