Tag Archives: self-control

Are You Reaching for a Star?

Posted on January 25, 2024 by mitchteemley

“Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson Here’s a little late January guilt (you’re welcome): If you’re like me, you started … Continue reading →

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Have a Great Time, but Remember…

Posted on December 31, 2022 by mitchteemley

…not to panda to your worst impulses! “If life gives you lemons, make lemonade. And then try to find somebody whose life has given them vodka, and have a party.” ~Ron White “A lady came up to me and said … Continue reading →

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You Shall Not Lie (About Your Weight)

Posted on November 9, 2022 by mitchteemley

My Featured Blogger this week is “Ladybug” of The Happy Quitter. Like a modern day Erma Bombeck (despite the fact that she’s European-born and English is her second language), Ladybug perfectly captures the little LOL-inducing absurdies of everyday life. But … Continue reading →

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