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

This is a First

I am honored I want to thank my friends at the Pure Entertainment Preservation Society ( https://pureentertainmentpreservationsociety.wordpress.com/ ) for nominating my blog for the Blogger Recognition Award. I guess I never thought that this personal blog would be thought of as "award worthy." This award has simple rules. Thank the blogger who nominated you and … Continue reading This is a First →

“Bad Days Build Better Days”

I don't feel like blogging. I don't feel like being here. I have so many thoughts running through my mind. I feel like my insides are being torn apart. I am sad and want to cry. I am mad and want to scream. I am tired and need to sleep. I am frustrated and don't … Continue reading “Bad Days Build Better Days” →

Three C’s – Confidence, Character, and Change

Three C's Do a Google search of "Three C's" and you will find many: Three C's of SucessThree C's of LeadershipThree C's of Business CommunicationThree C's of MarketingThree C's to Help Children SuceedThree C's of Strong Writing The list goes on and on. The Three C's of this blog don't necessarily all fit together under … Continue reading Three C’s – Confidence, Character, and Change →

Childhood Celebrity Crushes

Today's blog comes from a daily writing prompt. While this topic has often come up in conversations with friends over the years, I'm surprised I've never written about it. The prompt: "Did you have a Celebrity Crush growing up?" If I am being honest, I had a few. Sometimes, the only reason I watched a … Continue reading Childhood Celebrity Crushes →

Are you a “Grumbletonian?”

The English language is full of words that rarely get used today. I don't know what made me think of this particular word this week. I don't know if maybe I heard someone say it on the radio or TV, but the word makes me chuckle. The word is "cockamamie." It means ridiculous. Example: Who … Continue reading Are you a “Grumbletonian?” →

Antiques and Other Thoughts

Old Treasures = Old Memories Lately, I've noticed some things on Facebook marketplace that take me back to my childhood. This is much like when I have stopped by Goodwill or the Salvation Army. One time I was walking through Goodwill and I saw a brass teapot that my grandmother had on a table in … Continue reading Antiques and Other Thoughts →

Yawn – I need sleep – or coffee

It's been an extremely long day for me. I was up early with Ella, had an appointment in the afternoon, and still have to go into work tonight. I'm sure that I'll be drinking plenty of coffee tonight! Another Milestone We've been trying to get Ella to sit up. Sam has been doing it with … Continue reading *Yawn* – I need sleep – or coffee →

Weekend Wrap Up

I am not working my normal schedule at work, so my days are a bit messed up. The weekend for me, basically consisted of half a Saturday and today. I work Friday overnight and get home Saturday morning about 8am. I slept till about 2pm and Sam woke me up so we could enjoy some … Continue reading Weekend Wrap Up →

Shake It Up!

I didn't feel it, as I was driving in to work, but Michigan had an earthquake today. I guess it happened close to 7pm and was a magnitude 3.2 earthquake. Some friends of mine downriver posted about this on Facebook. I remember being at my grandma's house one summer and feeling the ground shake a … Continue reading Shake It Up! →

Catching up…

It's hard to believe that is has been over a month since I have written a blog, but then again, it isn't. I feel like I have been busier than ever, and I have been. I'm hoping this blog looks ok, as I see WordPress has changed a few things .... 6 Months already??!! On … Continue reading Catching up… →