As I stood with my son in the driveway this morning, I watched Sam backing out to take Ella for her last day of Kindergarten. At the end of the driveway, she shouted out the window to Andrew, "Make sure dad doesn't cry!" My family knows me so well. You would think that this kind … Continue reading She’s Off To First!
Lady Liberty Arrives
The Statue of Liberty arrived in New York Harbor on June 17, 1885 (141 years ago today), and was met with great fanfare. Unfortunately, the pedestal for the Statue was not yet complete and the entire structure was not reassembled on Bedloe's Island until 1886. 100 years later the area surrounding the statue was plagued … Continue reading Lady Liberty Arrives
The Butt of Many Jokes
Saturday we went to a campground to celebrate my nephew’s birthday. The campground has mini-golf, indoor and outdoor pools, and playgrounds. There was plenty of things to do. When we arrived, we went to the cabin they were in and had pizza and cupcakes. Afterward, Ella and my nieces went to the playground. Then Andrew, … Continue reading The Butt of Many Jokes
Tune Tuesday – Honky Tonk (Parts 1&2)
On this day in 1956, pianist/organist Bill Doggett walked into the studio at King Records and recorded what would be his signature tune - Honky Tonk Parts 1&2 (Part 1 was the A-side and Part 2 was the B-side). The song was a collaboration of Doggett (organ), Billy Butler (guitar), Clifford Scott (saxophone) and Shep … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Honky Tonk (Parts 1&2)
Movie Music Monday – The Incredibles 2
It was on this day, after a 14 year wait, that the Pixar sequel The Incredibles 2 hit theaters. I loved the first movie for so many reasons. First, it was a great super hero film. Second, it had one of the coolest soundtracks! It would be the first Pixar film that was scored by … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – The Incredibles 2
Song Lyric Sunday
For Song Lyric Sunday, Jim Adams is asking for a "song that includes the act of depending, leaning, relying, or trusting another." As I began jotting down songs that might work for this, I was surprised at how many I came up with. When I began to narrow it down, I had some great songs. … Continue reading Song Lyric Sunday
Looking Back 38 Years (An Updated Summer Rerun)
The year is …. Ronald Reagan is President of the United States. It cost 24 cents to mail a letter. A gallon of gas was 91 cents. Minimum wage was $3.35 The Washington Redskins beat the Broncos in Super Bowl XXII The Winter Olympics were held in Calgary. The average yearly salary was $24,500. Emma … Continue reading Looking Back 38 Years (An Updated Summer Rerun)
Friday Photo Flashback
This week, a friend of mine sent me a photo I'd never seen before. It was taken on my first date. I wrote about my first date back in 2021. For newer followers, here is an updated edition of that blog. Every once in awhile, a writing prompt will come in the email that makes … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Book Recommendation – How To Get Away With Murder
The latest book placed on my “finished” stack was an enjoyable one. I was actually surprised to find out it was the debut novel for Rebecca Philipson. I listened to the audiobook, which was very well done. Here is the Goodreads synopsis: This fresh debut thriller finds a Scotland Yard detective trying to find the … Continue reading Book Recommendation – How To Get Away With Murder
Mid-Week Lookback
Just this week I was reminded that my wife and I got our new vehicles. We each got a Chevy Trax. What is had to believe is that just two years later, mine hit a big milestone. She hit 100,000 miles driving south on I-75 on my way to work. Here's to the next 100,000! … Continue reading Mid-Week Lookback
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 