Monthly Archives: July 2019

More Astonishing Sculptures

Posted on July 11, 2019 by mitchteemley

I love public art! This second set of public sculptures focuses on pieces that make us think by employing their settings to comment upon or evoke a satirical view of life. Click on any image to enlarge it (and start … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Humor, Quips and Quotes | Tagged , , , , , , | 30 Comments

Hope Springs

Posted on July 10, 2019 by mitchteemley

My Featured Blogger this week is Ali Bailey, a UK-based poet who, in her own words, has “never found a use for this habit.” And so, she says, “I thought I would just gather my poems together here, in one … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, Poetry, Quips and Quotes, Writing | Tagged , , , , , | 8 Comments

A Filmmaker’s Journal

Posted on July 9, 2019 by mitchteemley

A Monster Debut in Chicago this Weekend! My newest feature film Notzilla, an affectionate send-up of old monster movies, will have its official debut at Chicago’s G-Fest this weekend! To read about the premiere and the movie (warning: plot spoilers) … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Movies, Popular Culture & Entertainment | Tagged , , , , , , | 28 Comments

I’m Not an Actor, I Just Play One on TV

Posted on July 8, 2019 by mitchteemley

Yes, I’m an actor. I even have a diploma to prove it. But that doesn’t automatically mean they let me act on TV, or anyplace else for that matter (you know how “they” are). In fact, I just auditioned for … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Memoir, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , | 84 Comments

The Real Me

Posted on July 7, 2019 by mitchteemley

I prayed before sunrise this morning, confessing my failings, admitting my fears, seeking to better know my God. Later on, at the bathroom mirror, I was startled to see the face of an adult staring back at me. Why? Because … Continue reading →

Posted in For Pastors and Teachers, Quips and Quotes, Religion/Faith | Tagged , , , , , , | 17 Comments

An Essay About Rocks

Posted on July 6, 2019 by mitchteemley

Rokz hav been arownd for Ever. They mosly jus sit ther. Somtymz they fall down. They hav nothing else to do. They ar very payshent. I am not. Mitchell T. (age withheld)

Posted in Humor, Quips and Quotes | Tagged , , , , , , , | 15 Comments

The Fifth Beatle

Posted on July 5, 2019 by mitchteemley

Sixty years ago, Johnny and the Moondogs changed their name to The Beatles (good call). I first heard them 15 years later, when they exploded onto the American airwaves. But it wouldn’t have happened without the Fifth Beatle. It seems … Continue reading →

Posted in Memoir, Popular Culture & Entertainment | Tagged , , , , , , , | 21 Comments

What is Freedom?

Posted on July 4, 2019 by mitchteemley

July 4th is Independence Day in my country, the date on which we officially celebrate our freedom. But that’s not enough. Freedom must be celebrated, protected, and exercised every day. Freedom is Necessary “Life without liberty is like a body … Continue reading →

Posted in Culture, For Pastors and Teachers, Quips and Quotes | Tagged , , , , , , | 20 Comments

Tell Me Why

Posted on July 3, 2019 by mitchteemley

My Featured Blogger this week is Bereaved Single Dad (I’m afraid I don’t know his name), a widowed Englishman with wit, hope, and an indomitable spirit. Sometimes he’s funny, sometimes he rants, but he’s always engaging. Bottom line: He cares. … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Bee Happy

Posted on July 2, 2019 by mitchteemley

I found a bee in my house. The poor thing was weak, struggling to move. So I picked it up. It barely budged. I was going to put it out of its misery, but then I thought, “Wait, why not … Continue reading →

Posted in For Pastors and Teachers, Humor, Memoir, Quips and Quotes | Tagged , , , , , | 57 Comments