About a week ago, my wife told me she wanted to read more books this year. She sent me a text with a book and asked me to get it from the library for her. She didn't have a library card at the time, believe it or not. I told her I read 66 books last year … Continue reading Read More Books
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
I Hate Those Calls
The other day I received a message from a high school friend: "Hey. Are you up?" I didn't see it because it was sent through Snapchat and I tend not to look at those right away. The following day, I texted her back and said, "Sorry I missed you. Is everything ok?" It is sad, but it seems … Continue reading I Hate Those Calls
A Look Back at 2023
Perhaps this year I will plan a bit better. I hoped to post this year-end recap on January 1, 2024, but life had other plans. If I made New Year's Resolutions, planning ahead just might be one of mine. Better late than never ... 2023 was a year of ups and downs, but that's what makes life … Continue reading A Look Back at 2023
The Scissors Add 10 Years
Andrew got a haircut a few weeks ago. I had to work, so Sam brought Ella. She kept saying she wanted her hair cut. Now she's had the ends trimmed a few times, but that's been the extent of it. When Sam asked how she wanted it cut she showed us with her hands. She … Continue reading The Scissors Add 10 Years
Happy New Year – Welcome 2024
“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” - Carl Bard 2024 rang in quietly at my place. Sam worked New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. I was in bed and asleep by 11:45pm on NYE. I didn't even hear the … Continue reading Happy New Year – Welcome 2024
Quick Post Before 2024
The week between Christmas and New Year's is an odd one. I never seem to know what day it is. I plan on looking back at 2023 blog in the coming days, but wanted to take a quick moment to thank you. I never imagined that anyone would find the things I write about interesting. … Continue reading Quick Post Before 2024
Undecking the Halls
Today I took down the Christmas tree. I wrapped the ornaments in tissue paper and boxed them up. I packed away the stockings. I took the door decorations down. If it hadn't been raining, I probably would have taken down the outdoor stuff, too. I suppose that is the bad thing about putting up the holiday stuff early - … Continue reading Undecking the Halls
Christmas 2023
Christmas has come and gone. I hope that you and your family had a wonderful holiday! We had a lot of fun moments, for sure. Here is my Christmas recap. I want to start by saying that this had to be the least "Christmassy" Christmas in a very long time. Part of that could be that there was … Continue reading Christmas 2023
Ready for the Holiday Weekend
It's lunch time at work. In just a few hours I will punch out and head home for the holiday weekend. I am truly looking forward to four days with my family. It's been a very busy year for all of us. I was ready to write that my son had his last appointment for the year … Continue reading Ready for the Holiday Weekend
A Christmas Masterpiece
Back in April of last year, I wrote a blog about my friend (and artist) Belita William. You can read it here: https://nostalgicitalian.com/2022/04/15/my-kids-posers/ I had to keep this quiet, because I wasn't sure if my wife might read my blog. However, I can now share the news. Her request to paint my children was granted and (just in … Continue reading A Christmas Masterpiece
