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Five Things I Do for Fun (In the Right Order)

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Fun looks different at different stages of life. For me, it’s less about excitement and more about connection, reflection, and the people who matter most. Continue reading →

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The Joy We Forget: Being a Kid at Heart

Posted on October 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Watching my grand-nephews, grand-nieces, and especially Sully reminds me what pure joy looks like—play without self-consciousness, laughter without restraint. Somewhere along the way, we trade that freedom for composure, and maybe it’s time we remembered how to play again. Continue reading →

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The Best Thing I Ever Helped Create

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve accomplished a few things in my life, but none of them mean as much to me as the people I helped bring into this world. My daughter, Lizzi, is the best thing I ever helped create — and through her, my grandson Sully. Watching her become not just a remarkable woman but one of my best friends is what I’m most proud of. Continue reading →

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Collecting Moments, Not Things

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve never been much of a collector of things for their own sake. What I keep are memories you can hold — reminders of the people I love, the places I’ve been, and the moments that made me who I am. Continue reading →

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What Really Gives Me Energy

Posted on September 21, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

When people talk about “energy,” they often mean sleep or caffeine. And sure, those help. But the things that truly energize me come from moments that lift my spirit, fuel my creativity, or remind me of why I do what … Continue reading →

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That Tear, Small and Sacred

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

There’s a moment in the classroom that hits me like nothing else. It’s not loud or flashy. It’s quiet—the kind of moment when a kid finally gets it, turns in something they’re proud of for the first time, or smiles … Continue reading →

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Happiness, Love, and the Grace to Be Thankful

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I feel a lot of emotions, and not always the positive ones today’s question asks about. Honestly, I do feel a lot of happiness and positivity—probably because I inherited my mom’s way of looking at life. She always taught me … 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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A Name for All My Questions

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

There are some questions so broad they feel impossible to answer, and “What are you curious about?” is one of them. My mind could wander through theology, history, or the future of storytelling. But lately, my answer has become beautifully … Continue reading →

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The Friday Question: “What’s the story behind your nickname?”

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Nicknames are funny things. Sometimes, they just find you, and before you know it, they carry more meaning than you expected. Today’s question made me reflect on the nicknames I’ve collected over the years, and I realized they’ve come to … Continue reading →

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