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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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Quick Thought – Wednesday, September 3, 2025: A Domesticated Goose

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 3:12-12 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead… Philippians 3:13 Reflect Being comfortable isn’t necessarily a bad … 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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Quick Thought – Sunday, August 17, 2025: Unto the Least of These

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Matthew 25:31-46 “And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’” Matthew 25:40 Reflect David Menasche loved teaching English. … 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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What Am I Most Excited About for the Future?

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) That’s a big question—and honestly, it feels … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Friday, March 21, 2025: Passing God’s Test

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read Psalm 130 If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities,    O Lord, who could stand?But with you there is forgiveness,    that you may be feared.Psalm 130:3-4   Reflect Wanted: The Perfect TeacherTeaches amazing lessons every day and gives away candy for correct … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Sunday, March 9, 2025 (First Sunday in Lent): On Track With God

Posted on March 9, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Read 2 Timothy 2:14-19 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 Reflect A train conductor once boarded a train … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Thursday, October 31, 2024– Lessons From Mom: Teach Your Children Well

Posted on October 31, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is the fifth 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 Proverbs 22:1-16 Train up a child in the … Continue reading →

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Quick Thought – Tuesday, September 3, 2024: A Domesticated Goose

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

Read Philippians 3:12-12 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead… Philippians 3:13 Reflect Being comfortable isn’t necessarily a bad … Continue reading →

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