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Seeing the Good in a Hard Year

Posted on December 7, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

This year held more grief than I expected — the kind that settles into your days and refuses to move quickly. But even in a season marked by loss, there were bright moments worth holding onto: family milestones, small victories, unexpected joy, and the quiet reminder that God is still working good in the middle of everything. Continue reading →

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The Sunday Pour: The Cork That Breaks

Posted on November 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If you’ve ever gone to open a bottle and had the cork break instead of pop, you know the small frustration that follows. It isn’t tragic, but it’s irritating. You were expecting a clean moment, a neat pour, and instead … Continue reading →

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