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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

Turntable Talk – Feels Like The First Time

It's time for another round of Turntable Talk. This is the 14th edition hosted by Dave over at A Sound Day. As always he has presented our little group of music lovers with a great topic. In his instructions he asks: "Do you remember what the first album you bought was? LP? CD? Reel to … Continue reading Turntable Talk – Feels Like The First Time →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 13, 2023May 13, 2023 4 Minutes

Much Needed Time

Yesterday I was supposed to work. When I woke up, I saw a text from work saying that we were down patients and it was my turn to stay home. There was a staff meeting that I had to call in and be a part of, but after that, it was all family time! The … Continue reading Much Needed Time →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 12, 2023 3 Minutes

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

I just found out that May is Mental Health Awareness Month. You HAVE to take care of yourself. I have learned this over time as I realize just how many things I have going on. Anxiety, Depression, Stress, OCD, and now possible ADHD. (For those who have reached out and asked, I am currently waiting … Continue reading May Is Mental Health Awareness Month →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 11, 2023 1 Minute

A Cool Place To Sit

It is finally starting to feel like Spring in Michigan. Some of the days ahead may even have summer like temperatures. After I put together the porch rocker for Sam, the kids and I ran around the yard. Sam had got some flowers and soil to put in a planter pot and we placed it … Continue reading A Cool Place To Sit →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 11 Comments May 10, 2023 1 Minute

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 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 6 Comments May 9, 2023 2 Minutes

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 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 11 Comments May 7, 2023May 7, 2023 1 Minute

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 .. →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 20 Comments May 6, 2023 1 Minute

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 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 8 Comments May 5, 2023May 4, 2023 1 Minute

Stinking Funny Story

So I have to share this, because it made me laugh. I received an email from my local library that a book I had requested was ready for pick up. I stopped on my way to work to get it. As I pulled into the parking spot, I noticed that the vehicle next to me … Continue reading Stinking Funny Story →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 4, 2023 1 Minute

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 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 9 Comments May 4, 2023 1 Minute

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