Tag Archives: animal

Rejected. And Yet Better Than Ever!

Posted on August 22, 2025 by mitchteemley

“One person’s junk is another person’s treasure.” There are lots of junk artists in the world. But they all have one thing in common: they see robots, flying machines and winged horses where we see rusty bolts, tarnished cutlery and … Continue reading →

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I Love Binge-Watching Spring!

Posted on May 22, 2025 by mitchteemley

Spring has sprung! Not that that affects my daily routine. I’m a writer, so my income remains the same: $0 (oh, the joys of writing on spec). And I still commute from my bedroom to the same place of employment: … Continue reading →

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13 Hilarious Hybrid Dog Names

Posted on March 1, 2025 by mitchteemley

Hybrid dogs are all the rage. Plus, hybrids save on gas, right? (Some dogs I’ve met run on pure methane). Here are some of my favorite combinations–and, yes, these are actual dog breed names: Bossi-poo – Boston terrier + poodle … Continue reading →

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Odd and Sometimes Oddly Beautiful Critters

Posted on January 10, 2025 by mitchteemley

While unashamedly quirky, these creatures are also uniquely beautiful, cute, or at least adorably ugly–the Proboscis Monkey has a face only Jimmy Durante’s mother could love. (For the scarier variety, click here.) Remember, beauty is only skin–or fur or feathers–deep. … Continue reading →

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How to Go From Crappy to Happy

Posted on November 29, 2024 by mitchteemley

Black Friday, immediately after America’s official day of gratitude, is its unofficial day of grumbling. Of course, lots of people avoid shopping in person, and use their computers instead — while complaining about “the $“&%@#?* commercialization of the holidays!” But … Continue reading →

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The Wishing Map 19

Posted on June 29, 2016 by mitchteemley

There’s almost nothing more wonderful than being chosen to be loved by an animal. Has it ever happened to you?

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