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Childhood Obsessions and Other Undiagnosed Hobbies

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

As a kid, I wasn’t obsessed with one thing. I had rotating departments of obsession — baseball games, sci-fi shows, TV crushes, books, music, teams, teachers and anything else that could completely take over my imagination by Tuesday. Continue reading →

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Career Plan? I’m Still Waiting for the Final Draft

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve had four or five career plans by now, depending on how generously we define “plan.” Teaching is the current one, writing is the dream one, and a few letters from former students reminded me this week that the work still matters. Continue reading →

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The Superpower I Actually Need

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

If I could choose a superpower, I’d probably want the ability to pause time — not for anything dramatic, but just long enough to catch up. But maybe the real power is learning how to use the time I’ve already been given. Continue reading →

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The Job I’d Gladly Take (If Bills Didn’t Exist)

Posted on April 5, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

If money were no object, I know exactly what job I’d gladly do: watch movies early, write honest reviews, and tell people whether a film is truly worth their time — without pretending every comedy needs to be analyzed like philosophy. Continue reading →

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What Bores Me (Besides This Question)

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

“What bores you?” might be the most boring question ever written. But if we’re going to talk about boredom, let’s at least do it honestly — with a little ADHD, a little sarcasm, and a firm stance against bland prompts, pointless meetings, and oatmeal-level creativity. Continue reading →

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The Budget Whisperer (In Training)

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I’d love to tell you that I operate on a color-coded spreadsheet with quarterly projections and a fully funded emergency account labeled “Unexpected Appliance Apocalypse.” The truth? My budgeting style has historically been more improvisational jazz. I’m getting better — slowly — and Future Doug is very proud of that. Continue reading →

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