Category Archives: Music and Videos

Thoughts and feelings translated.

Courage?

Posted on August 20, 2026 by mitchteemley

Image source: tenor.com “Courage is knowing it might hurt, and doing it anyway. Stupidity is the same. And that’s why life is hard.” ~Unknown ζ

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An Unforgettable Lesson

Posted on August 20, 2026 by mitchteemley

Pastors, teachers and group leaders: Classes have resumed at schools and universities, or will soon. In my 2-minute video (below), a harsh Religious Studies professor threatens to fail his students unless they can describe in one minute “the essence of … Continue reading →

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This Is My Declaration of Independence

Posted on July 2, 2026 by mitchteemley

See video below It’s My Country’s 250th Anniversary… …and this is my declaration of independence. These days, the very meaning of the term “patriotism” is being fiercely contested, both here and in other countries throughout the world. What better time … Continue reading →

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On Being a Real-Life Father

Posted on June 18, 2026 by mitchteemley

Image by Illia Panasenko Father’s Day is Coming A fact that evokes a sense of gratitude in many. But not everyone. Being a real-life father, almost by definition, means being imperfect. I know this because my dad was imperfect. And … Continue reading →

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The Day I Discovered Music

Posted on May 19, 2026 by mitchteemley

‘You Send Me‘ 1957 by Sam Cooke My Real Memoir It was the day I discovered music. But I wouldn’t realize it until years later. True, I liked music, thanks in large part to my Uncle Walt (Disney). I danced … Continue reading →

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I Always Knew You Loved Me, Mom

Posted on May 7, 2026 by mitchteemley

I made the above Mother’s Day video a few years back. I’ve posted it here so you can share it with others, if you wish. To show it at a church or other public gathering, click here. Mom was twenty … Continue reading →

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I Set a Monster Loose on the World!

Posted on April 16, 2026 by mitchteemley

Notzilla – Official Movie Trailer Five Years Ago… …I set a monster loose on the world! And I refuse to even apologize. To clarify, five years ago, after its exclusive run on Amazon Prime, Notzilla, the feature film comedy I … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Opportunities to Love

Posted on January 15, 2026 by mitchteemley

New Year, New Opportunities to Love Dear preachers, teachers and group leaders: A new year means new opportunities to love others. Not just for you, but for everyone in your congregation, classroom, or group. If you’re looking for a great … Continue reading →

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It’s Thanksgiving – Who Do You Thank?

Posted on November 27, 2025 by mitchteemley

It’s Thanksgiving – who do you thank? When I first heard the song “All Good Gifts” in the old ragamuffin movie version of Godspell, I got choked up. But I didn’t understand why. And even though I doubted God’s existence, I … Continue reading →

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Best Family Comedy Movie Night Ever!

Posted on October 31, 2025 by mitchteemley

“Probably the best parody you’ll ever see! Similar to what you loved in Airplane, but better-paced. I am shocked that it was so entertaining and humorous while still being family-friendly!” (Amazon Prime reviews) What? You’ve never seen Notzilla, the “cult … Continue reading →

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