Tag Archives: hate

Only One Death

Posted on October 3, 2021 by mitchteemley

Only one death–not an act of hate, but of love–ever brought anyone else back to life. †

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Dr. King’s Legacy

Posted on January 18, 2021 by mitchteemley

Thought for the Week “In the process of gaining our rightful place we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred. We … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Hate Win

Posted on June 9, 2020 by mitchteemley

“In time we hate that which we often fear.” ~William Shakespeare Fear laid the foundation. Fear and frustration that there was nothing we could do to stop the growing pandemic. Then in America, a hater arose, one man brutally, mercilessly … Continue reading →

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The Content of Our Character

Posted on January 21, 2019 by mitchteemley

I decided to honor Dr. King by posting some of his most memorable quotes. The problem lay not in finding them, but in knowing when to stop! Imagine if he’d lived beyond his brief 39 years; oh, how we need … Continue reading →

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We are With You

Posted on October 30, 2018 by mitchteemley

“Do not be afraid,” the prophet Elisha answered, “Those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” ~2 Kings 6:16 Just joining my voice with the many mourning and praying for those affected by the senseless, … Continue reading →

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Desensitized?

Posted on May 26, 2018 by mitchteemley

“Only ten?” A week ago, ten people, mostly teenagers, were murdered at a high school in southeastern Texas, and as many more were injured. And no one was surprised. In fact, many thought, “Only ten?” I confess, I did. What’s … Continue reading →

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Love is a Bridge

Posted on January 15, 2018 by mitchteemley

“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.” “Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.” ~Martin Luther King Jr. Sir Isaac Newton once said, “We build too … Continue reading →

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The Wishing Map 57

Posted on March 22, 2017 by mitchteemley

Originally posted on Mitch Teemley:
Note: To read The Wishing Map from the beginning, click here. The Wishing Map Chapter Thirteen: Domestic Blitz (Continued) Previously: Zack and Gina attempted unsuccessfully to send the mysterious Objects back to Ismara. Now what?…

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Orlando Shooting

Posted on June 13, 2016 by mitchteemley

“You’ve got to be taught To hate and fear, You’ve got to be taught From year to year, It’s got to be drummed In your dear little ear You’ve got to be carefully taught.” ~Oscar Hammerstein These words from the … Continue reading →

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California Shootings

Posted on December 3, 2015 by mitchteemley

Shooters killed 14 people (and wounded 21) in San Bernardino, California, just minutes from where I used to live and work, and where I still have friends. I’ve been trying to process this latest outrage ever since it broke on the … Continue reading →

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