Disclaimer: I am not being paid to talk about this. I am simply sharing this for anyone who might be in a position where they want to know more about God and would be looking for a Bible. I am aware that my beliefs may not line up with yours. I am not preaching anything … Continue reading Studying The Word
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
Friday Photo Flashback
I found a picture from about 7 or 8 years ago that I thought I would share today. It includes a masterpiece, and it is probably the closest I will ever get to the real thing. Let me explain. About 5 or 10 miles away from where I work is the Cranbrook Institute of Science … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Father’s Day 2026
By Friday, I was moving around a bit more thanks to medications. My back was still hurting a bit, but at least I was able to get around. My youngest kids stayed over at Nana's on Friday night. I had called my older boys to see if they were free for dinner, but they had … Continue reading Father’s Day 2026
The Butt of Many Jokes – Part II
Last night was my first night back to work after being off with my fractured tailbone. My coworkers have been known to have fun at my expense. For example, when I was out with Covid, I returned to a billboard loaded with pictures of sick people with my face plastered over theirs. I had no … Continue reading The Butt of Many Jokes – Part II
Tune Tuesday – Sweet Soul Music
It was on this day in 1967, that a soul classic was certified gold. I'm talking about Arthur Conley's Sweet Soul Music. "Do you like good music?" is the opening lyric to the song. It comes after an attention-getting brass heavy intro. Fun Fact: If the intro sounds familiar, it is because it is literally … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Sweet Soul Music
Movie Music Monday – The Goonies
The Goonies hit theaters 41 years ago this month on June 7, 1985. That, however, is not the tie in for Movie Music Monday - The Goonies is one of those 80's films that is quoted and loved by those of us who grew up watching it. It also had a great soundtrack that featured … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – The Goonies
Song Lyric Sunday
This week, for Jim Adams’ Song Lyric Sunday, we were to pick a song about “Dads and/or Grads.” There are a lot of great songs to choose from no matter which one you pick. I’m excited to see the tunes folks picked this week. I’ve already written a couple graduation posts this week. Kindergarten graduation … Continue reading Song Lyric Sunday
Book Recommendation – Joe Nuthin’s Guide to Life
Awhile back I bought some books from Thrift Books. I earned some free books by doing so. I had a couple that I had to use before they expired and I went to my "To Read" list. One that I had not been able to get on the Libby or Hoopla Apps was Joe Nuthin's … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Joe Nuthin’s Guide to Life
Friday Photo(s) Flashback
Yesterday I posted about my daughter’s last day of kindergarten. After that post, my wife and I were surprised with some photos we had taken a week or so ago in honor of the occasion. The timing was perfect! I wish I had room to share them all, but instead, here are my favorites! She … Continue reading Friday Photo(s) Flashback
She’s Off To First!
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!
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 