Tag Archives: cute

If Dr. Seuss Wrote the Bible…

Posted on June 18, 2025 by mitchteemley

Two Classic Stories in the Style of Dr. Seuss! Pastors, teachers, and storytellers: These two “Dr. Spoof” stories of mine (with illustrations by my wife Trudy) have been read and performed throughout North America, and other countries as well. And … Continue reading →

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Father’s Day Will Be Here Soon!

Posted on June 11, 2025 by mitchteemley

My Father’s Apple Trees Preachers, teachers and group leaders: If you’re looking for an illustration to kick off your Father’s Day talk, this whimsical three-minute video may be just the thing! It’s available from my short film distributor Sermon Central. … Continue reading →

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Knock Knock, Who’s There?

Posted on April 2, 2025 by mitchteemley

A little owl lived in an oak The more he saw the less he spoke The less he spoke the more he heard Why can’t we be like that wise little bird? ~Mid-19th Century (Author Unknown) “Therefore, beloved, let us … Continue reading →

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If We Could Talk to the Animals

Posted on March 28, 2025 by mitchteemley

Dr. Doolittle was right. “If we could talk to the animals, what a lovely place the world would be.” Well, they’re talking! The real question is: Are we listening? P.S. Don’t miss the quotes after the images. Click on any … 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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If Only They Weren’t So Cute!

Posted on February 27, 2025 by mitchteemley

My dictionary defines vermin as “small animals that are troublesome to man.” Bunnies, raccoons, chipmunks… Technically, they’re all vermin. But, awwww, I mean, just look at them! Heck, I even think rats are cute. And, yes, I know about the … 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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This Is My Essay Abowt Rokz

Posted on November 27, 2024 by mitchteemley

Our class had to rite abowt what we ar greatfull for for Thanzgiving. I am rilly greatfull for rokz, ezpeshully ar planit which is a rilly big rok, cuz thay hold everthing up. So I rote abowt rokz. Mitchell T. … Continue reading →

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Is Meekness a Weakness … or a Strength?

Posted on November 20, 2024 by mitchteemley

Meekness is indeed considered a weakness in the modern world. Which is sad, because the original definition of the word meek is “patient and humble.” And those are two qualities our world is in desperate need of! (If that’s OK with … Continue reading →

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Kids’ Letters to God

Posted on September 8, 2024 by mitchteemley

Actual Kids’ Letters to God Dear God… “I did not think orange went with purple until I saw the sunset You made on Tuesday. That was cool.” ~Eugene “Instead of letting people die and having to make new ones, why … Continue reading →

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