Monthly Archives: January 2026

Where Love Shows Up Quietly

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Love doesn’t always announce itself. Sometimes it shows up in a phone call, a small voice asking to talk to Papi, a friend who chooses you again, or a memory carried in a mother’s voice. The moments that matter most aren’t loud—they’re faithful. Continue reading →

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NFC Divisional Playoff: San Francisco at Seattle

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

San Francisco 49ers (12-5) visit Seattle Seahawks (14-3) in NFC Divisional action on Jan. 17 at 8:00 p.m. ET on FOX. Brock Purdy and the depleted 49ers face Sam Darnold and Seattle’s elite defense in a cold Lumen Field rematch, where the Seahawks’ rest and run defense dominate. Prediction: Seahawks 27, 49ers 13. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, January 17, 2026: Better Than a Pillow Fort

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 18 The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer,     my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge,     my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:2 Reflect It’s amazing how many … Continue reading →

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AFC Divisional Playoff: Buffalo at Denver

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Buffalo Bills (13-5) visit Denver Broncos (14-3) in AFC Divisional action on Jan. 17 at 4:30 p.m. ET on CBS. Josh Allen’s dual-threat magic and late-game heroics overcome mile-high altitude and Denver’s bye rest for a thrilling road upset. Prediction: Bills 28, Broncos 24. Continue reading →

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Clearing Space: Lessons From a Nine-Acre Childhood

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

On a nine-acre farm, clutter didn’t stand a chance. But life has a way of filling up again — sometimes in your house, sometimes in your head. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, January 16, 2026: Putting Others First

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 138 For though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly,     but the haughty he knows from afar. Psalm 138:6 Reflect One of my favorite movies is “Back to the Future.” Near the end, there’s a scene where … Continue reading →

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The Bourbon Cheapskate, Vol. 24: The Bourbon That Refuses to Apologize

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

At $32–35, Old Grand-Dad 114 delivers a depth, mouthfeel, and finish that linger far longer than the price tag. Bold, honest, and unapologetic, it has earned the top spot on my Bourbon Cheapskate shelf—not by pretending to be more than it is, but by executing exactly what it promises. Continue reading →

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A Singular Question With a Plural Answer

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

WordPress asked, “What is your favorite animal?” It’s a familiar question, just slightly reworded, and it assumes that affection fits neatly into a single choice. The honest answer doesn’t. Sometimes the best responses require more imagination than the questions that ask for them. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, January 15, 2026: Stronger Working Together

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 133 Behold, how good and pleasant it is     when brothers dwell in unity! Psalm 133:1 Reflect Three of my best friends in high school had a senior project that blew everyone’s mind and got them noticed all the … Continue reading →

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A Better Question Than the One We Were Asked

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Today’s question—“In what ways do you communicate online?”—isn’t wrong, but it’s thin. Before answering it, I stopped to think about what makes a question worth answering at all. Sometimes the most meaningful response is to rewrite the question first. Continue reading →

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