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What Makes Me Laugh? Usually the Things Nobody Planned

Posted on March 29, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A great sitcom, a classic comedy, sharp stand-up, and the occasional perfectly timed line from real life all have one thing in common: the best laughter usually arrives when nobody is forcing it. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Wednesday, February 15, 2023: Hiding in Him

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 11 In the Lord I take refuge… Psalm 11:1a Reflect David was a man who experienced hard times. Consider that he continually had to escape the wrath of King Saul, who all too often looked to kill young … 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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The Bourbon Cheapskate, Vol. 21: Christmas Edition—The Day the Cheapskate Takes the Cork Out

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Every other week, I write about finding bourbon that feels extravagant without the extravagant price tag. But Christmas isn’t the day for restraint. It’s the day to open the bottle you’ve been saving, to pour generously, and to share it with the people who matter most. Bourbon can always be replaced. Friends and family can’t. Continue reading →

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My Favorite People, Today and Always

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Movie stars may inspire us—Jimmy Stewart’s warmth, John Wayne’s grit, Tom Hanks’ steady humanity—but they’ll never hold a candle to the people who truly shape our lives. My favorites aren’t found on a screen. They’re the ones who anchor my days, steady my heart, and make life worth living. Today’s answer is the same as it’s always been: family comes first. Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: The Dusty Bottle

Posted on October 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Sometimes the best friendships are like dusty bottles — set aside for a season, waiting quietly to be rediscovered. When we finally reach for them again, we find they haven’t lost their warmth at all. In fact, time has only made them richer. Continue reading →

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30 Things That Make Me Happy

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Happiness can feel elusive at times, but when I stopped to list 30 things that bring me joy, I realized how many blessings fill my life. This exercise became a moment of gratitude, a reminder that happiness isn’t just a … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, July 27, 2025: A Friend In Need

Posted on July 27, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Proverbs 17:9-17 A friend loves at all times,     and a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17 Reflect It’s kind of a miracle that America won its revolution against Great Britain. Yes, the Continentals had grit and determination, but … Continue reading →

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A Season That Tells Its Own Story

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Today’s question surrounds future travel plans. And while there aren’t any long-range plans (like special trips to far-off locales – though I’m hoping Daryl and I can start making that happen in the very near future). But as I glanced … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Saturday, February 15, 2025: Hiding in Him

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 11 In the Lord I take refuge…Psalm 11:1a Reflect David was a man who experienced hard times. Consider that he continually had to escape the wrath of King Saul, who all too often looked to kill young David … Continue reading →

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