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Quiet Joy and Teal-Colored Noise

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Fun looks different these days. Sometimes it’s quiet—coffee, music, stillness. And sometimes it’s loud—students, a stadium, and the Jaguars dismantling the Jets. Last Sunday reminded me that both kinds of joy matter, and teaching has a way of keeping me connected to each of them. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, November 15, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Take Time to Play

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 20th of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always; again … Continue reading →

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“The Only Thing Better Than Meat… Is More Meat”

Posted on September 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’m a meat guy. Plain and simple. There was a Bud Light “Real Men of Genius” commercial once called Mr. Over the Top Carb Counter. At one point the narrator said, “The only thing better than meat… is more meat.” … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, November 15, 2024 – Lessons From Mom: Take Time to Play

Posted on November 15, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 20th of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always; again … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Monday, November 15, 2021 – Lessons From Mom: Take Time to Play

Posted on November 15, 2021 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 20th of 25 special reflections based on lessons I learned from my mother. These will run from my birthday on October 27 until her birthday on November 20. Read Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always; again … Continue reading →

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