Tag Archives: family

And So the Adventure Begins…

Posted on December 1, 2024 by mitchteemley

Advent, the season leading up to Christmas, is the root of the word “adventure.” It means to finally arrive after a long journey. It is about Christ’s arrival. And ours. “The Lord is coming, always coming. When you have ears … 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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When Does the Impossible Become Possible?

Posted on November 17, 2024 by mitchteemley

Source: Mehmet Turgut Kirgoz A man where I live died. But he’s feeling much better now. In 2013, Anthony Yahle went into cardiac arrest and was rushed to Kettering Medical Center. Doctors tried for 45 minutes to restart his heart. … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Dead. What Now?

Posted on October 29, 2024 by mitchteemley

Left image by Cottonbro Studio   –   Obituary   –   Mom and Dad’s Wedding My Real Memoir He was only 45-years-old, and his doctor had informed him, “Your ticker is in great shape!” But now he was dead—and only God knew why. I’d have … Continue reading →

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My Family’s Peace Accord

Posted on August 13, 2024 by mitchteemley

Source: Livin’ In the Green My Real Memoir The holiday break was upon us–and just in time. My fall semester had been a rough one. And now the government was demanding proof of “satisfactory progression,” or it would be “Hello, … Continue reading →

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But Did He Love Me?

Posted on July 18, 2024 by mitchteemley

I chose to write this true story about my aunt in first person in order to retain the impact it had on me. I was never sure if he loved me. At first he liked my sister. I don’t know … Continue reading →

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Monster Movie Night (Funny Edition)!

Posted on July 12, 2024 by mitchteemley

What’s that, you’ve never seen the “cult classic comedy” (MovieWeb) Notzilla that I wrote and directed? Inconceivable! Or only once? Not enough! Round up your family, friends and pets to watch the least-scary (but possibly funniest) monster ever to roar across … Continue reading →

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My Dress Rehearsal for Death

Posted on July 11, 2024 by mitchteemley

In the year 2000, I found a golf-ball-sized lump in my neck. Not having swallowed any golf balls recently, I decided I’d better see a doctor. Dr. Yamagata was the opposite of the cold-but-efficient Asian doctor stereotype. He was friendly … Continue reading →

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Two Delightful Summer Stories

Posted on June 20, 2024 by mitchteemley

It’s Family Time! Pastors, teachers, and drama groups: These two scenes of mine, one modern, and one based on an ancient tale, have been performed throughout North America! Both are now available from my script publisher SkitGuys.com for you to read or perform! … Continue reading →

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When You Can’t Find a Way…

Posted on February 27, 2024 by mitchteemley

First photo: On floor: Mitch, Standing: BF Jeff and Mitch’s cousins (Ralph is not in this picture) My Real Memoir I was nineteen, and so was my cousin Ralph. It was Christmas Eve, and it was the last time I … Continue reading →

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