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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

22 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Who Would Imagine a King,” by Whitney Houston Christmas Album: “Christmas Once More,” by the Carpenters Christmas DVD: “Arthur Christmas” Netflix Movie: “The Noel Diary” Amazon Prime Movie: “A Nanny for Christmas” Disney+ Movie: “Jingle All the Way” Hulu Movie: “Reporting for … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Posted on December 2, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

23 Days Until Christmas! Song: “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” by Phil Wickham Christmas Album: “We Need a Little Christmas” by Pentatonix Christmas DVD: “Jingle All the Way” Netflix Movie: “Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker” Amazon Prime Movie: “Me & Mr. … Continue reading →

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More Than Meat: Why It’s Still Just Tuesday to Me

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve loved meat for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a home where dinner wasn’t a philosophical debate — it was just Tuesday, and Tuesday came with roast beef. As an adult, I’m a little more thoughtful about what’s on my plate, but I still love a good steak or smoked turkey probably more than I should. Meat isn’t just food to me; it’s memory, tradition, and connection. Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Monday, December 1, 2025

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

24 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Go Tell It On the Mountain” by Big Daddy Weave Christmas Album: “A Christmas Together” by John Denver and the Muppets Christmas DVD: “Christmas in Connecticut” Netflix Movie: “A Very Murray Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Flintstones … Continue reading →

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Holiday Traditions, Family Recipes, and a Table Full of Memories

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

From Mom’s unbeatable mashed potatoes to my own cranberry sauce (which absolutely does not come from a can), our family’s Thanksgiving table has always been full of tradition. This year, with Lizzi, Sully, and Talon here, I’m passing those recipes on directly—and remembering the woman who started them all. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, November 26, 2025: Giving Is Its Own Reward

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

First Sunday in Advent Read Proverbs 19 Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord,    and he will repay him for his deed.Proverbs 19:17 Reflect Her name was Shaundra, and with a single phone call, she would unknowingly change my life. It … Continue reading →

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Three Meals That Always Bring Us Back to the Table

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

We love experimenting in the kitchen, trying new flavors and stretching our culinary comfort zone — the Instant Pot gets a workout in our house. But even with all the new recipes we try, three dishes stand out as our family favorites. From my no-beans Texas chili to Daryl’s restaurant-quality Chicken Marsala and risotto, these are the meals that always feel like home. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, November 13, 2025 – Lessons From Mom: Learn to Cook

Posted on November 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This is the 18th 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 Genesis 9:1-17 Every moving thing that lives shall … Continue reading →

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Stirring the Pot: My Specialty in the Kitchen

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Some of my favorite recipes come from my parents — and a few from pure experimentation. But the dishes I’m proudest of are the ones that bring family together and fill the house with those unmistakable smells of home. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, September 17, 2025: Stunted Growth

Posted on September 17, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Isaiah 43 I, I am he    who blots out your transgressions for my own sake,    and I will not remember your sins.Isaiah 43:25 Reflect My brother had some very cool jobs when he was in the Navy. One of them required him … Continue reading →

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