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When Fun Shows Up Where You’re Not Looking

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I planned the Chattanooga part of our vacation pretty well, but one of the best moments was the one I never scheduled. Sometimes fun shows up where you’re not looking. Continue reading →

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A Morning Walk Through Mountain Memories

Posted on July 2, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

A simple 5,000-step challenge became a morning walk through mountain air, family memories, waterfalls, golf paths and the kind of beauty I don’t want to take for granted. Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Thursday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day)

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Merry Christmas! Song: “All Is Well,” by Michael W. Smith and Carrie Underwood Christmas Album: “The Ultimate Christmas Collection,” by Michael W. Smith Christmas DVD: “It’s a Wonderful Life” Netflix Movie: “Mary: Mother of Jesus” Amazon Prime Movie: “It’s a … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Sunday, December 21, 2025

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

4 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Away in a Manger,” by Nat King Cole Christmas Album: “White Christmas,” by Bing Crosby Christmas DVD: “A Charlie Brown Christmas” Netflix Movie: “Best. Christmas. Ever.” Amazon Prime Movie: “Arthur Christmas” Disney+ Movie: “The Muppet … Continue reading →

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Christmas TV Schedule, Countdown and Quick Thought – Friday, December 19, 2025

Posted on December 19, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

6 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing,” by Pentatonix Christmas Album: “The Spirit of Christmas,” by Michael W. Smith and Friends Christmas DVD: “Home Alone” Netflix Movie: “A Boy Called Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “One Special Night” Disney+ … 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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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

9 Days Until Christmas! Song: “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear,” by Josh Groban Christmas Album: “A Jolly Christmas,” by Frank Sinatra Christmas DVD: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” Netflix Movie: “Angela’s Christmas,” “Angela’s Christmas 2” Amazon Prime Movie: “Christmas Lodge” … 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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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Sunday, December 14, 2025

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

11 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” by Judy Garland Christmas Album: “Joy,” by Avalon Christmas DVD: “The Santa Clause” (trilogy) Netflix Movie: “The Princess Switch,” “The Princess Switch: Switched Again,” and “The Princess Switch: Romancing the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Saturday, December 13, 2025

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

12 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Christmastime Is Here,” by the Vince Guaraldi Trio Christmas Album: “The Spirit of Christmas,” by Ray Charles Christmas DVD: “Disney’s A Christmas Carol” Netflix Movie: “Hot Frosty” Amazon Prime Movie: “A Prince for Christmas” Disney+ … Continue reading →

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