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

Early Gift For Mommy

When Sam got home from work today, we packed up the kids and took a drive to Lowe's. The purpose of the trip was to get a teeter totter for the swing set/playscape in the back yard. Once we were there, we asked around and found out that the only way to get pieces for … Continue reading Early Gift For Mommy →

I Should Have Known

Yesterday morning when I came home from work, the family shared some donuts I picked up from a local shop. It has sort of become a Saturday morning treat. Sam may have caught a cold and she wasn't feeling well yesterday. I told her to lie down and I would take the kids outside with … Continue reading I Should Have Known →

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder ..

Forgive me if I have blogged about this before. Every spring my yard seems to be filled with dandelions. Those stupid weeds! That's not the way the kids feel about them, however. They are "pretty" or "beautiful" flowers. They are fascinated by them. Yesterday, Ella was picking a special bouquet for mommy. Today, Andrew was … Continue reading Beauty is in the eye of the beholder .. →

May 5th History Lesson

The Origin of Cinco de Mayo A little known fact is that back in 1912, Hellmann’s mayonnaise was manufactured in England. In fact, the Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call for the great ship after its stop … Continue reading May 5th History Lesson →

May 4, 2023

Star Wars Day My very funny friend, Dobie Maxwell, says - Today is 'Star Wars' day - "May the 4th be with you." Tomorrow is Alcoholics or 'Bar Wars' Day - "May the 5th be with you." Starting the blog with a laugh! Thank You! Yesterday's blog was on kind of a serious topic. I … Continue reading May 4, 2023 →

Mayday! Mayday! I Have Problems!

I cannot believe that we've turned the page on the calendar again and it is May! I'm not complaining, because May means nice weather is on the way. I'm looking forward to my neighborhood walks and sunshine. Those walks and the nice weather will certainly help me. I have been struggling a bit. I noticed … Continue reading Mayday! Mayday! I Have Problems! →

A “Foul”low Up Chuckle.

A few days ago I had an accident with a goose. It flew into my vehicle. It busted up the radiator and my car is in the shop. My co-workers had a field day with my bad luck. I had to share what my co-worker did to my sticky note book mark - A for … Continue reading A “Foul”low Up Chuckle. →

Forget the Nose Pickin’

Remember that episode of Seinfeld where Jerry is itching his nose in the car and the driver next to him thinks he is picking his nose? I can think of a few stand up comedians who have also used the topic of nose picking and boogers to bring laughter from their audience. Today, I read … Continue reading Forget the Nose Pickin’ →

Celebrating Some Supers

Today is National Superhero Day! I think every child grows up exposed to superheroes. I know as I look back on my childhood there were plenty of them. My brother and I would wake up on Saturday mornings and watch The Superfriends! Batman and Robin, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman were always there. Sometimes the … Continue reading Celebrating Some Supers →