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

What’s Up, Doc?

This week I found out that the doctor's office where my primary care doctor practices is going private. To be honest, this is the first time I have ever had this happen. They offered all of the current patient's the option to stay with the practice - at a cost. So for $90 a month, … Continue reading What’s Up, Doc? →

Blogging Milestone!

Wow! 200 Posts! And here I thought I wouldn't have anything to write about! In honor of my 200th post, I am going to ask you - my followers and my Facebook friends - for your suggestions on what you would like me to write about in the coming months. I have enjoyed doing the … Continue reading Blogging Milestone! →

“Christmastown”

Friday, October 25 marked the 13th anniversary of my mother's passing. My brother came up from Ohio to spend the weekend in Michigan. We got to see him a couple days, then he met up with his best friend, and then he stopped by and saw my dad. He arrived in Michigan on the Thursday … Continue reading “Christmastown” →

Thanks for calling!

When I worked in radio full time, I never considered myself a "star". I was a guy who worked on the radio trying to make a living. I was always humbled (and amused) when someone would come up to me and ask for an autograph. I would often chuckle when they asked, because I'm not … Continue reading Thanks for calling! →

Back in Time?

All writers get writer's block. I am hardly a "writer", but sometimes stare at the blank page and wonder what to write about. Since I began blogging, I have stumbled on blogs written by others who share some of the same interests as me. I have followed blogs that feature movies, TV, music, nostalgia, positive … Continue reading Back in Time? →

Halloween Dress Up

Tonight on ABC, one of the greatest Halloween specials of all time aired again - It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. It is in this special that poor Charlie Brown utters those sad words, "I got a rock." In that scene, Lucy is wearing a witch mask. It got me to thinking about Halloweens of … Continue reading Halloween Dress Up →

Three Birthday Tributes

Today I would like to salute three of my closest friends. I guess, in a way, I am taking the easy way out by including all three of them in one blog. I am doing it this way because they all celebrate birthdays this month. So here are some thoughts on three great guys. Joe … Continue reading Three Birthday Tributes →

Favorite Films – The 90’s

This blog is a continuation of a series I started a week or so ago. Somebody had the idea to post a list was to consist of your favorite films from each year of your life. So, you start with your birth year and move ahead year by year and list all the films from … Continue reading Favorite Films – The 90’s →

Happy Hallmark Holiday

One of my favorite characters on TV is Ron Swanson from Parks and Recreation. He is played by Nick Offerman. Do a search for "Ron Swanson quotes" and I promise you will chuckle. One of his quotes will be adapted a bit for this blog. "Birthdays were invented by Hallmark to sell cards." His deadpan … Continue reading Happy Hallmark Holiday →

Happy Thoughts

I once heard someone say, "In a world of darkness - be the light." If I may alter that quote just a bit ... "In a world of negativity - be the positive." You wouldn't know it, but it has been a very challenging couple weeks for me. I just have to keep reminding myself that "some … Continue reading Happy Thoughts →