Another Christmas has come and gone. I hope that you had a Christmas full of wonderful memories! This Christmas was full of a lot of joy for us, but there were some things that left me sad. I will attempt to recap and keep it as happy as possible. Many of my Facebook friends have … Continue reading Christmas 2021 Recap
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
Craving Christmas Cookies
I posted a quick Facebook status about this earlier today. I was surprised to see that it is something I have not blogged about. Today, for whatever reason, I was thinking about one of the cookies that grandma used to make each Christmas. Among the many types of cookies she made were chocolate chip, oatmeal … Continue reading Craving Christmas Cookies
My Christmas Wish To You
With Christmas just days away, I thought I would take a moment and write a Christmas wish to you. Yes, you. Many of my followers are friends on Facebook, however, there are many of you who only know me from this blog. I wanted to be sure to extend holiday wishes to you before I … Continue reading My Christmas Wish To You
Twas The Weekend Before Christmas …
Three more days until Christmas. I don't even know where the time has gone, but the holiday is FAST approaching! This past weekend I was pretty busy, and at the same time there were plenty of wonderful family moments together. After working four days and coming home, I feel like the kids have grown and … Continue reading Twas The Weekend Before Christmas …
A Special Addition to the Tree
This is one of those blogs that is overdue. It's a "Thank You." One of the things that I love about Christmas is decorating the tree. Most of the ornaments each have a special memory. As I have blogged about in the past, we try to get one new ornament every year that signifies a … Continue reading A Special Addition to the Tree
Christmas Memories – Frank Sinatra
On my way home yesterday I happened to catch this holiday song by Frank Sinatra. I've probably heard it 50 times over the last 5 years. I have the Sinatra Christmas album it is on, but never really seemed to play this song as a "favorite." Yesterday, however, the lyrics hit me like I was … Continue reading Christmas Memories – Frank Sinatra
Quotes for Christmas
In an attempt to get into the holiday spirit, I thought I'd search up some quotes about Christmas. One of the most glorious messes in the world is the mess created in the living room on Christmas Day. Don't clean it up too quickly. - Andy RooneyChristmas isn't a season. It's a feeling. - Edna … Continue reading Quotes for Christmas
I Made It 15 Days! A New Record!
I'm out! I got "Whammed" on Tuesday by a co-worker. Another co-worker and I were just talking about this on December 1st. Do you play Whamageddon? Do you even know what it is? If not, I'll tell you. It's probably one of the stupidest and silliest games of the holiday season. The objective? Avoid hearing … Continue reading I Made It 15 Days! A New Record!
Where is My Christmas Spirit?
By the time this blog posts, it will be a mere 9 days till Christmas. Our tree has been up since Thanksgiving. I've been listening to Christmas music. I have read A Christmas Carol. I watched a few of the holiday specials. Christmas pictures are done. So where is my Christmas Spirit? My wife, Sam, … Continue reading Where is My Christmas Spirit?
My Side Porch Looking In
In 2003, the country group Lonestar had a hit with a song called My Front Porch Looking In. In it, the singer talks of the wonderful views from his porch as well as the various things he has seen in life. His favorite view, however, is from his front porch looking inside his house. I've … Continue reading My Side Porch Looking In
