Tag Archives: travel

If I Won the Lottery, I’d Buy Time—Not Things

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Winning the lottery wouldn’t turn my life upside down. It would quiet the background noise—freeing time for family, travel, writing, and the kind of giving that doesn’t need recognition. Less about more, and more about meaning. Continue reading →

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Cities Worth Sharing

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

At this stage of life, the cities I want to visit aren’t about landmarks or itineraries. They’re about shared experiences — places that invite us to walk, linger, and make memories together. From New York’s energy to Washington’s quiet history, from a return to Hawaii to a long-dreamed walk through Paris, these are cities meant to be experienced side by side. Continue reading →

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If You Could Live Anywhere In the World

Posted on November 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If home is where the heart is, then I suppose mine would sit somewhere between the mountains and the people I love — a place where quiet mornings meet family weekends and the horizon always feels familiar. Continue reading →

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If I Went to the Moon, They Should Pay Me

Posted on October 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

If I ever go to the moon, I’m not buying the ticket—they can pay me. Someone has to write about it, after all. Continue reading →

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The Trip That Took Me Farthest — In Miles and in Faith

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

In the fall of 1984, I took the trip of a lifetime. I had just turned 18, and before leaving, I cast my very first vote — an absentee ballot in Ronald Reagan’s re-election. The election supervisor even waived the … Continue reading →

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The Bourbon Trail Adventure, Part 2: Bardstown, Louisville, and a Grand Finale

Posted on August 3, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Welcome back to the chronicle of our spirited journey through Kentucky. When we last left off, my friends and I had just completed a whirlwind tour through several distilleries and were settling into Bardstown for the night. The adventure continued … Continue reading →

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The Paris Dream Flight

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Today’s question is: “If you won two free plane tickets, where would you go?” While there are countless incredible places to explore, for my wife, Daryl, and me, the answer is an easy one: Paris. It’s the trip we’ve been … Continue reading →

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A Season That Tells Its Own Story

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Today’s question surrounds future travel plans. And while there aren’t any long-range plans (like special trips to far-off locales – though I’m hoping Daryl and I can start making that happen in the very near future). But as I glanced … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament – Semifinals and Championship

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

In my initial bourbon blind bracket, we have finally reached the Final Four, followed by the championship showdown. You’ll pick up on a common theme in my initial favorites, and that’s reflected in tonight’s special pour. I’m enjoying Old Forester 1897 … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament, Fourth Round – Elite 8

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

We have now reached the fourth round – the Elite 8. And while these are some amazing bourbons in my realm, I well know that a lot of bourbon aficionados have infinitely more rare and valuable drinks in their collections. … Continue reading →

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