I subscribe to some daily writing prompts that will occasionally wind up as a good blog idea. I'd say I use about less than 5% of them, as most of them don't really strike a chord with me. Every single one of these prompts said to write about my New Year's Resolutions or Goals for … Continue reading Resolutions or Goals?
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
Hindsight Really is 2020 – A Recap
The saying goes, "Hindsight is 2020," and many of us are rejoicing that 2020 is really truly behind us! I often wonder if you were to make a list of positives and negatives of the past year, would one outweigh the other? What about 10-15 years ago? Was that just as bad, but we only … Continue reading Hindsight Really is 2020 – A Recap
Covid Christmas Memories
I think you would agree that Christmas was a lot different this year! In a way, it was sad because it was Ella's first Christmas and it should have been spent visiting grandparents and family. Thank goodness for video chats! My dad met me at my work the Monday before Christmas and brought all the … Continue reading Covid Christmas Memories
I’m Gonna Miss You, “Sir”
I'm still trying to process the loss of my friend, Tom Shaner. He passed away just before Christmas. He was my high school band director. He was more than just a friend to me (and many others). He was a mentor, a leader, a counselor, a cheerleader, a boss, a role model, an advisor, and … Continue reading I’m Gonna Miss You, “Sir”
Holiday Wish
Merry Christmas to each of you! Had something happen this week that I am going to write about in the next day or two. It is taking me a while to sort feelings and thoughts.... I hope your enjoyed your holiday!!
Endings and Beginnings
"What feels like the end is often the beginning ..." I will be the first to admit that this blog is more appropriate for the end of the year. However, with the events of the past few days (which I will elaborate on in a future blog), it weighed on me to write these thoughts … Continue reading Endings and Beginnings
No More Snow Days??!!
Flashback: A winter day in the late 1970's. At 6:30am, the phone rings. It is our neighbor, who works for the school district. She informs my mom or dad that school has been cancelled for today. We know before it even hits the TV or radio! It's a SNOW DAY!! Back to today - 2020. … Continue reading No More Snow Days??!!
The “Overlap”
We are now three days from Christmas. Remember back in October when folks were all up in arms about people putting Christmas stuff up? I remember blogging about how this year we could use some happiness and approved of the "early" holiday cheer. I was reminded of a cartoon which shows up every year (in … Continue reading The “Overlap”
A Holiday Dozen
I mentioned to my friend Max that I had hoped to post a Christmas song every day from December 1st through Christmas Day. When it comes to holiday tunes, I could probably post a favorite Christmas song for every day of the year ... At any rate, rather than spend the time to do that, … Continue reading A Holiday Dozen
Christmas Cards
Does anyone send Christmas Cards anymore? I remember growing up, we'd get 3-5 Christmas cards in the mail a day. I remember my mom stringing garland up on the wall and placing each card on the garland. My grandma had some homemade card holder that had yarn around a metal coffee can and you slipped … Continue reading Christmas Cards
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 