Tag Archives: amazing

Think You’ve Seen Dolls? Think Again!

Posted on August 29, 2025 by mitchteemley

I became utterly fascinated when gathering these images. Dolls aren’t “just dolls.” They’re sculptures-with-attitude! Sure, some are cute, but in unexpected ways (see werewolf babies below). Others are funny or provocative. In short, they’re even more varied than people. Why? … Continue reading →

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How to Hide in Plain Sight

Posted on June 27, 2025 by mitchteemley

Five years ago, fresh out of lockdown, we had mixed feelings. We wanted to go out in public again. But after months of quarantine we were understandably nervous about exposure. That’s nothing new for the animal world. This semi-serious photo … Continue reading →

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Perfectly Timed Photos

Posted on October 18, 2024 by mitchteemley

Life, as mentioned in my previous Capturing the Unexpected photoblog, is sometimes horrible, sometimes beautiful, and always just a little bit weird. Why? It’s because we’re weird! We find comedy in calamity, meaning in meaninglessness, and truth in absurdity. Coincidence? … Continue reading →

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Masters of Camouflage

Posted on June 28, 2024 by mitchteemley

Many creatures possess a remarkable ability to blend in. Sometimes intentionally, sometimes not. Click on any picture to enlarge it, or to begin slide show.

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The Old Man’s Ghost

Posted on April 30, 2024 by mitchteemley

My Real Memoir “Coincidence? I think not!” is a cliché used to tease people who think every slight similarity is fraught with cosmic meaning. And yet there are those times when a thing is so coincidental, we sense it simply … Continue reading →

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50 Crazy Close Calls

Posted on February 3, 2023 by mitchteemley

Want proof that the old expression “Somebody up there likes me” is true? Look below! And while you’re at it, ponder this: the vast majority of close calls are never noticed–not even by the one who’s been saved. In fact, … Continue reading →

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Think History is Boring? Think Again!

Posted on October 28, 2022 by mitchteemley

History is Our-story. If it seems boring or irrelevant, it’s only because we’ve forgotten that. Here are some fascinating (and a few snarky) facts you might not know. Wishing you one of “History’s Greatest Weeks!” Click on any image to … Continue reading →

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Capturing the Unexpected

Posted on August 19, 2022 by mitchteemley

Once, when I was a kid, I tossed a quarter, watched it land perfectly balanced on its edge, and then stay that way! My friends were convinced I’d somehow stuck it there when they weren’t looking. If only I’d had … Continue reading →

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50 Unique Sculptures

Posted on July 15, 2022 by mitchteemley

I love sculptures, classical, modern, miniature, monumental, and most of all those with a unique perspective: Witty or serious. Ageless or temporary. Solitary or interactive, especially interactive – I love sculptures that invite us in, directly or indirectly, that make … Continue reading →

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Awesome Comparisons

Posted on March 25, 2022 by mitchteemley

“And by comparison…” How often do we hear or use that phrase? Still, not all comparisons are equally impressive. “I’ve lost 1/2 a pound!” “Really? Keep it up, dude.” vs. “I’ve lost 30 pounds!” “Dude, it shows!!” Big vs small. … Continue reading →

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