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Florida Wildlife: The Two-Legged Kind

Posted on December 6, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

When WordPress asked, “Do you ever see wild animals?” I don’t think it meant the ones I see most often — the aggressive driver who cut across I-95 at a 45-degree angle, the megaphone-loud panhandler at the gas station, or the herd of middle schoolers trumpeting at each other like 200 excited elephants at lunchtime. Real wildlife? Not so much. The wilderness is quiet… and honestly, that sounds pretty nice. Continue reading →

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An Interview with My Mother: Her Voice Still Speaks

Posted on August 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

When I asked my mother what she most hoped people remembered about her, she didn’t hesitate: “I wanted everyone I met to feel seen and loved, because each person is somebody’s baby — and God’s gift. I wasn’t perfect at it, but I tried. And if they remember me, I hope they remember Him more. I loved people because He loved me first.” Continue reading →

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