Saturday, December 20, 2025

Our Annual Puzzle and Video for Christmas 2025!

Our Annual Video for 2025 is a celebration of 25 years as a couple and a family. To get the password, solve the puzzle in the image below.
Note: You can't directly type on the PDF so either print a copy, or write the words down on a separate piece of paper. Extra points if you can solve it in your head!

Once you have figured out the 6-letter password, click on the cute little mascots above, type the password and you'll be ushered into our Video Vault. Keep an eye out throughout the video as our mascots switch outfits at the beginning of each section.

As always, post a comment below about your favorite part of the video to show you've solved the puzzle, but don't give away the password directly.

P.S. If you need help, here is the answer key with the password. Also, add comments below if you encounter any issues entering the password or playing the video.
Posted by Blaine at 12:27 PM
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19 comments:

  1. janSun Dec 21, 03:33:00 AM PST

    Great video, as always. Happy holidays, Blaine, and to all Blainesvillagers!

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  2. Word WomanSun Dec 21, 04:26:00 AM PST

    Blaine, it's a fun video, as always. Especially enjoyed Angel's Landing at Zion NP.

    Merry Christmas, Blaine and Felicia and family!

    Happy holidays to all Blainesvillagers, too!

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  3. Dr. KSun Dec 21, 02:09:00 PM PST

    Hi Blaine--I already posted a comment on Vimeo, but I want to thank you again for sharing such happy memories (I was especially moved by the wedding scenes) and for the blog. Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy, and prosperous New Year. And happy holidays to the Merry Band of Puzzlers on the blog!

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    1. BlaineWed Dec 24, 02:08:00 PM PST

      Here are your 100 extra points for the mental solve.

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    2. janWed Dec 24, 02:10:00 PM PST

      (Not hard, given the 25th anniversary mention.)

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    3. BlaineWed Dec 24, 02:15:00 PM PST

      The goal was fun, not frustration. And I'm not surprised you were first, Jan since you're often there first to clue the weekly NPR puzzle, sometimes before I've come up with one myself. Thanks for being part of the blog.

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  4. skydiveboyWed Dec 24, 04:33:00 PM PST

    Happy New Year to you all.
    You folks aimed much better than Ed Ames.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L5QC9ZJkM8

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  5. NatashaWed Dec 24, 05:12:00 PM PST

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    1. NatashaThu Dec 25, 01:49:00 PM PST

      This comment has been removed by the author.

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    2. BlaineFri Dec 26, 07:05:00 AM PST

      Sorry, your post was TMI. But thanks for the nice comments

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    3. NatashaFri Dec 26, 11:02:00 AM PST

      Hi Blaine, I realized that was the reason later. Sorry. Happy Holidays!

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    4. NatashaFri Dec 26, 02:29:00 PM PST

      I forgot what I said.

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    5. BlaineFri Dec 26, 02:47:00 PM PST

      You said, "Happy Holidays to you and your wonderful exciting family! I loved the (something) video so much."

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    6. NatashaFri Dec 26, 03:36:00 PM PST

      Thanks, Blaine. I recalled what it was later as I did not think I said anything offensive.

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  6. LorenzoWed Dec 24, 06:11:00 PM PST

    Blaine, thanks for the uplifting video and for being a part of our life every week. (And thanks to your co-conspirators in Blainesville.) All the best to you and your family for the new year.

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  7. ChuckThu Dec 25, 11:17:00 AM PST

    I am always amazed at the professional quality and enthusiasm displayed in these.

    Best wishes to you and yours and all here.

    Chuck

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  8. NatashaThu Dec 25, 01:52:00 PM PST

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  9. LancekFri Dec 26, 07:04:00 AM PST

    I finally had a free half-hour to enjoy the video. What a fun family!

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    1. BlaineFri Dec 26, 07:08:00 AM PST

      We promise that next year's won't be so long, but thank you to everyone that took the time to watch 😊

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