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Quick Thought – Friday, May 15, 2026: Count It All Joy

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A last-second basketball shot may have kept thousands of fans inside the Georgia Dome when a tornado tore through downtown Atlanta. Sometimes the delay, the detour or the interruption may be mercy in disguise. Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, April 5, 2026 (Easter Sunday): The Empty Tomb Changes Everything

Posted on April 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Jesus was laid in a tomb like every other dead man in history. But on the third day, that tomb became the greatest evidence of who He truly is: the Son of God, risen in victory over death. Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Make a Few Calls

Posted on February 10, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

When truly great news arrives, my first instinct isn’t to celebrate alone—it’s to reach for the phone. The people we call first say a lot about who grounds us, who understands us, and who makes joy even better when it’s shared. Continue reading →

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Playtime, Now With Fewer Bruises

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Play doesn’t disappear as we get older — it just gets quieter, more intentional, and a lot easier on the knees. At 59, playtime looks less like recess and more like curiosity, laughter, and moments enjoyed purely for their own sake. Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Thursday, December 18, 2025

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

7 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Joy to the World,” by Whitney Houston Christmas Album: “Elvis’ Christmas Album,” by Elvis Presley Christmas DVD: “Scrooge,” (AKA “A Christmas Carol”) Netflix Movie: “The Christmas Chronicles” and “The Christmas Chronicles 2” Amazon Prime Movie: … 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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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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The Meaning of Excitement

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Excitement isn’t just about looking forward to things — it’s the spark that lights up your face and fills your heart. For me, that’s Kentucky bourbon, sure, but more than anything, it’s my grandson Sully. Continue reading →

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Finding Peace in the Everyday Moments

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Peace isn’t always about escaping the chaos of life; sometimes, it’s about finding quiet moments within it. For me, peace can be found in the soft glow of the morning sun as I sip my coffee, or in the moments … Continue reading →

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📦 What I Carry (And What Carries Me)

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

What I Try to Carry Every Day We all carry things—phones, wallets, keys, to-do lists, burdens. But the most important thing I try to carry with me each day isn’t something that fits in a pocket or purse. It’s something … Continue reading →

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