Category Archives: Daily Prompt

One question, countless possible answers. Daily Prompt features my responses to WordPress’s daily writing questions, covering everything from personal memories and everyday experiences to unusual hypotheticals and life’s bigger questions. Sometimes reflective, sometimes irreverent, and frequently wondering who comes up with these questions.

What If We Tried Living in This World?

Posted on November 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Which video game world would I choose to live in? None of them. As an English teacher, I’m more concerned about a generation that can master imaginary worlds while struggling with basic math, literature and history. Perhaps it’s time we focused less on escaping reality and more on preparing our children to improve it. Continue reading →

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The Most Expensive Word Is Someday

Posted on November 10, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

What life lesson did you learn too late? View all responses I’ve learned a lot of lessons in my 60 years, and some of them came at a pretty steep price. But if I had to pick one that I … Continue reading →

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The Bar Hasn’t Moved

Posted on November 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

At 25, I thought I knew what made someone a good friend. At 60, I haven’t changed my mind. After 36 years of friendship, I’ve learned that loyalty isn’t measured by how many friends you have, but by who you can count on when it matters. Continue reading →

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Love Is Still the Only Thing I Can’t Live Without

Posted on November 8, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Possessions can be replaced, and routines can change. But the love I have for my wife, daughter, grandchildren, and God is what makes life meaningful. Eight months later, my answer remains the same. Continue reading →

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The Things We Remember (And the Things We Don’t)

Posted on November 7, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Years ago, an ex-girlfriend made me a special drawing that I promptly lost at a gas station. Decades later, I still remembered her kindness. The surprising part? She didn’t remember the drawing—or even me. Continue reading →

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Success Is What You Leave Behind

Posted on November 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

At 60, I’m looking back at what I’ve accomplished and ahead at dreams still unfinished. Maybe success isn’t about achieving everything we want, but about living a life that matters and still having reasons to want another tomorrow. Continue reading →

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I Know a Lot of Useless Facts. I Just Don’t Have a Favorite.

Posted on November 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

My brain is packed with random trivia, but I don’t have a favorite useless fact I’m desperate to share. Sometimes the value of knowledge depends on when and how we use it. Continue reading →

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The Night Charles Manson Came to Georgia

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A secluded house, an empty bedroom, and a late-night showing of Helter Skelter. When I heard voices outside my window, I became convinced that Charles Manson had come to Georgia. The truth was considerably less terrifying—and much more embarrassing. Continue reading →

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The Fine Print on a Free Ticket

Posted on November 3, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

If someone offered me a free round-trip ticket anywhere in the world, I’d have a few questions before packing my bags. Paris, Japan, Korea, or a bourbon-cation? The answer depends on who’s coming along. Continue reading →

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A Song That Changed My Life (Again)

Posted on November 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Apparently, 97 days is long enough for WordPress to forget a life-changing song. Fortunately, my memory is a little better. Continue reading →

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