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

A Quiet Fourth & Song Draft Update

How life has changed in only a couple of years! Every 4th of July, our town puts on a fireworks show that is literally in our back yard. We usually have a big back yard BBQ, bonfire, and invite everyone over to watch the fireworks. Last year, the show was cancelled because of Covid. This … Continue reading A Quiet Fourth & Song Draft Update →

Remember R-R-R-Raw Power?

When I was a kid, we spent our summers outside. If we weren't playing baseball, we were riding our bikes around the neighborhood. Almost every kid I knew would ride their bike and pretend it was a car or a motorcycle. I was six years old and I remember seeing an add for this thing … Continue reading Remember R-R-R-Raw Power? →

My “Go to” Karaoke Song(s)

It has been some time since a "Daily Writing Prompt" moved me enough to use it as a blog idea. Today's though, was definitely one I could use. The Prompt? "What is your 'go to' karaoke song?" I have to admit, I have sung a lot of karaoke. I did this mainly when I was … Continue reading My “Go to” Karaoke Song(s) →

Words of Praise From Tricky Dickie

One of the things I love about the Facebook Memory Feed is every now and then something pops up I forgot about. Today is one of those instances. I am sure that I have the letter referenced in this writing somewhere in a box at home. I don't know where it is off the top … Continue reading Words of Praise From Tricky Dickie →

Chasing Fireflies

Last night, I sat outside on the porch after I put Ella to bed. It was still light out, so I grabbed the baby monitor and my Bible and went out to read. As evening rolled in and it started to get dark, I looked out into the yard and watched as the fireflies were … Continue reading Chasing Fireflies →

Thank you “Friend”

I went to the side door to put some boxes in the recycle bin and noticed a small box on the porch. Sam has ordered a few toys for Ella, so I assumed it was for her. I noticed that the box was addressed to me. I asked Sam if she had ordered anything for … Continue reading Thank you “Friend” →

I Just Want To Make It All Better

As a parent, you hate to see your child sick. You feel helpless. All you want to do is take away the hurt. You want to make them feel better. You know that they are miserable and you would gladly bear their pain and suffering to allow them to get well. The past few weeks … Continue reading I Just Want To Make It All Better →

National “Let It Go” Day

National Let It Go Day is celebrated on June 23 of every year. On this occasion, forget every regretful situation and the things that play on our minds and lead us to become angry, frustrated, hurt, guilt-ridden, or even embarrassed. It is time to let them go. This is one of the most valuable lessons I learned over the past … Continue reading National “Let It Go” Day →

A Very Happy Father’s Day

As Father's Day approached this year, I wasn't really sure what to expect. My oldest son works so much, and when he isn't working, he's usually hanging out with his friends. My youngest son hasn't been here in a couple months, and when I have gone to pick him up, I end up coming home … Continue reading A Very Happy Father’s Day →

So Much Truth in One Cartoon

As Father's Day approaches, I think about my two sons (now 19 and almost 14), and my daughter (1) and son on the way. I realize just how fast time flies... I have no idea who did this cartoon, but it moved me to tears ....