Monthly Archives: August 2025

You Can’t Live on Ego Candy

Posted on August 3, 2025 by mitchteemley

Compliments are like candy. They’re pleasurable in small amounts. But the moment we try to live on them we grow weak and sickly. Just ask any miserable, spiritually undernourished pop idol, sports hero, or movie star. Adulation isn’t nutrition. True, … Continue reading →

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My Heart Was in Your Hands

Posted on August 2, 2025 by mitchteemley

Thank you, everyone, for your prayers and encouraging words! It looks like I may be around for a while. My heart procedure was deemed a success. A dicey one, mind you. I have tachycardia due to premature ventricular contractions. Translation: … Continue reading →

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Meanwhile, Here Are Some Cute Animals

Posted on August 1, 2025 by mitchteemley

I confess: I’m a total mush-bucket when it comes to animals. True, I’m supposed to be resting after my medical procedure. But to me, gathering pictures of ridiculously cute animals is resting. And, oh, yeah, because… Honest, I had another … Continue reading →

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