In December of 2019, I took part in The Happy Holidays Blogathon. For that event, I chose to write about one of my favorite holiday specials - The Year Without a Santa Claus. This special is obviously a favorite for many other people, too. I say that because every year since I posted it, it … Continue reading Holiday Recycling Project – The Year Without a Santa Claus
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
Time for another edition of the Friday Photo Flashback. Today, we go back to May of 1987 to the annual Band Banquet. I stumbled on the above photo in a stack of pictures from my dad. I realize that the photo is a bit blurry, but if you look carefully, you will see that I … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Giving Thanks (Updated)
When I worked on the radio, we would often “recycle” bits. We would take something we had done in the past and “re-run” it, often updating it to be current. This blog is actually a recycling of an earlier Thanksgiving blog from three years ago, updated for 2022. I have gained many new followers over … Continue reading Giving Thanks (Updated)
Holiday Thought –
Going through some folders today and came across an old "Show Prep" folder. It was full of stuff I used for the radio show when I was on the air. The headline read: "During the Holidays, You'll Need a Break From Your Family After Just 4 Hours!" The story went on to talk about how … Continue reading Holiday Thought –
Gulp!
I had to take Andrew to have a Barium Swallow Test this week. It was yet another test tied to the laryngomalacia. Since he had his surgery, it seems like he is having trouble swallowing food and drink. If you've never had one of these, I don't recommend them. I had one done some time … Continue reading Gulp!
It’s Kindergarten At Work!
You never know what you are gonna find in your work e-mail. I have a fine example of that for you. An e-mail came out informing us that there was a "Snoopy" coloring book in our break room. Crayons were provided (in packages of 4 - Red, Green, Blue, and Yellow) and we were asked … Continue reading It’s Kindergarten At Work!
I See His Point – And Agree
Stop with the remakes! I've said it time and time again. I stumbled on this video clip today and was glad to hear someone who feels the way I do. https://youtu.be/_wt0uk2DNxI His name is Chris Gore and he, like me, despises these Disney live action remakes! Give it a watch and let me know your … Continue reading I See His Point – And Agree
Monty Python Meets Airplane!
This blog's title is the only way I can think of describing what I have to say is the funniest thing I have watched in a VERY long time! Before I go on, I need to acknowledge and thank Lisa at Boondock Ramblings and Erin at Cracker Crumb Life for leading me to discovering what … Continue reading Monty Python Meets Airplane!
Friday Photo Flashback
It's time for another Friday Photo Flashback. Once again, today's installment was prompted by something I noticed on Facebook. Many of my friends are posting their child's Senior pictures. Back in the day, you went to a studio and they took your yearbook headshot and a few other forced poses. Today, many opt to go … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Frosty Fun
We've had a few snow flurries in the area over the past few weeks, but nothing that actually stuck to the ground. I snapped the above picture along I-75 on my way home from work yesterday morning. I absolutely love when the snow coats the branches of the trees. It is just so beautiful. When … Continue reading Frosty Fun
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 