I have just finished this wonderful book and there are many words I could use to describe it: warm, funny, sad, thought provoking, emotional, happy, and ... magical. This was such an easy read and such a great story. It is a fictional story, but I found myself wanting to meet the characters in real … Continue reading Book Recommendation: The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride
Author: nostalgicitalian
I'm just a guy who likes the classics. I love Old Time Radio Shows. I love Classic TV. I love Classic Movies. I love songs from the "Great American Songbook". I dig songs from the first decade of Rock and Roll. Don't get me wrong, I am not opposed to newer things. My musical taste ranges from Classical to Classic Rock and Country to Rap. I love a good book and am always looking for something to read. I tend to lean toward historical fiction, biographies, mysteries, and more.
I have always believed that our past (and the things we've experienced in it) make us who we are today. That being said, after reading through some old My Space blogs (yeah, that's about how long it's been since I blogged regularly), I decided that I should once again write. Welcome to my blog. I hope you find it interesting, thought provoking, and entertaining in some way.
CONTACT ME AT - nostalgicitalian@yahoo.com
Book Recommendation: The Blues Brothers by Daniel de Visé
Recently, I was made aware of the NetGalley site (www.netgalley.com), where I could actually read books that had yet to be published. I created an account and began searching for a book to read. It didn't take long to come across The Blues Brothers by Daniel de Visé. I requested to read it and was … Continue reading Book Recommendation: The Blues Brothers by Daniel de Visé
Thoughts on The Whispers
This is a book that I have seen come up more than once as a recommendation for me. I have seen many friends post about it, and I was on the fence about reading it. Then, my son's speech therapist came over and said that it was a good read with a powerful ending. I … Continue reading Thoughts on The Whispers
Thinking Inside the Box
You may remember that we recently bought some new appliances at our house. When they were delivered, the guys who brought them cut the boxes up to get the appliances out. They also took the remnants of those boxes when they left. For one brief moment, as our fridge was being delivered, I remembered my … Continue reading Thinking Inside the Box
Today, I’m a Worry Wart
I have posted this quote before, but it fits today (and hopefully will help). My grandfather once told me, "Worrying is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but it doesn't get you anywhere!" Despite the truth of that, I find my mind all over the place. As you are aware, my … Continue reading Today, I’m a Worry Wart
No So Intelligent
AI (Artificial Intelligence) is everywhere today. I recently read where radio is now utilizing AI DJs! Urgh. Some AI can be fun. I was recently told about a few apps that can create AI photos based on your suggestions. For "Nostalgic Italian" it came up with this... For "Nostalgic Italian drinking coffee" it offered up … Continue reading No So Intelligent
A Beautiful Celebration
This weekend was just wonderful! My Goddaughter and her fiancé got married on Saturday. I was honored to be able to DJ the wedding for them. Before I tell you more, I want to give a little backstory. Just after we rang in the year 2020, and before Covid closed everything, I blogged about my … Continue reading A Beautiful Celebration
Birthday Rerun
"That voice!" I admit to being someone who has used that phrase before. When I am asked why I like a particular song or singer, many times it is because of their amazing vocals. A couple years ago, I did a feature called "Tune Tuesday," where I would feature a song I liked. I'm not … Continue reading Birthday Rerun
Murray Musings
The great Bill Murray is 73 today. He is in some of my favorite films (Stripes, Caddyshack, Groundhog Day, etc...). There are so many great stories about him and many make you wonder if they are true or not. In celebration, I stumbled on some great quotes from Bill and thought I'd share: “Whatever you … Continue reading Murray Musings
Did I Lose My Sense of Taste?
Remember in the movie Ratatouille when the food critic tastes the ratatouille and he is immediately taken back to when he was a kid? I have always believed that this is totally possible and have had it happen to me on many occasions. It is true bliss when a food tastes so good that it … Continue reading Did I Lose My Sense of Taste?
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 