Tag Archives: work-life balance

Apparently, I’m an Employment Expert Now

Posted on October 1, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

Refereeing, plasma donation and Uber can all bring in extra money. But for a full-time teacher, the best side hustle might be protecting what little free time is left. Continue reading →

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Quiet Joy and Teal-Colored Noise

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Fun looks different these days. Sometimes it’s quiet—coffee, music, stillness. And sometimes it’s loud—students, a stadium, and the Jaguars dismantling the Jets. Last Sunday reminded me that both kinds of joy matter, and teaching has a way of keeping me connected to each of them. Continue reading →

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