Category Archives: Movies

Stranger Things—What Do You Do for an Encore After Something Monumental?

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

The Stranger Things finale delivers closure, nostalgia, and emotional payoff without losing its soul. After nearly a decade, the Duffer Brothers gave us an ending that feels earned—and deeply personal. Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day)

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Merry Christmas! Song: “All Is Well,” by Michael W. Smith and Carrie Underwood Christmas Album: “The Ultimate Christmas Collection,” by Michael W. Smith Christmas DVD: “It’s a Wonderful Life” Netflix Movie: “Mary: Mother of Jesus” Amazon Prime Movie: “It’s a … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve)

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

1 Day Until Christmas! Song: “Silent Night,” by Frank Sinatra Christmas Album: “The Music of Christmas,” by Steven Curtis Chapman; “All I Really Want for Christmas,” by Steven Curtis Chapman; and “Joy,” by Steven Curtis Chapman Christmas DVD: “The Nativity … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

2 Days Until Christmas! Song: “O Holy Night,” by Johnny Mathis Christmas Album: “Home for Christmas,” by Amy Grant; “A Christmas Album,” by Amy Grant; and “A Christmas to Remember,” by Amy Grant Christmas DVD: “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947) … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Monday, December 22, 2025

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

3 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Welcome to Our World,” by Chris Rice Christmas Album: “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” by the Vince Guaraldi Trio Christmas DVD: “A Christmas Story” Netflix Movie: “A Christmas Prince,”“A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding” and “A … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Sunday, December 21, 2025

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

4 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Away in a Manger,” by Nat King Cole Christmas Album: “White Christmas,” by Bing Crosby Christmas DVD: “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Netflix Movie: “Best. Christmas. Ever.” Amazon Prime Movie: “Arthur Christmas” Disney+ Movie: “The Muppet … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Saturday, December 20, 2025

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

5 Days Until Christmas! Song: “The First Noel,” by Bryan Duncan Christmas Album: “The Christmas Song,” by Nat King Cole Christmas DVD: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966, animated) Netflix Movie: “Jingle Jangle” Amazon Prime Movie: “Dear Santa” Disney+ Movie: … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Friday, December 19, 2025

Posted on December 19, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

6 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing,” by Pentatonix Christmas Album: “The Spirit of Christmas,” by Michael W. Smith and Friends Christmas DVD: “Home Alone” Netflix Movie: “A Boy Called Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “One Special Night” Disney+ … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Thursday, December 18, 2025

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

7 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Joy to the World,” by Whitney Houston Christmas Album: “Elvis’ Christmas Album,” by Elvis Presley Christmas DVD: “Scrooge,” (AKA “A Christmas Carol”) Netflix Movie: “The Christmas Chronicles” and “The Christmas Chronicles 2” Amazon Prime Movie: … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

8 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Ave Maria,” by Celine Dion Christmas Album: “Christmas Extraordinaire,” by Manheim Steamroller Christmas DVD: “Elf” Netflix Movie: “A Castle for Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Emmet Otter’s Jug Band Christmas” Disney+ Movie: “Mickey’s Once Upon a … Continue reading →

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