Well, the Christmas season is officially underway. I can assure you that I have NO plans to go out shopping today. I'm just built for stress like that. Anyway, since it is official, I thought I would search for a Christmas themed photo to feature. A while back, my brother put all of the digital … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
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
Thanksgiving – 2025
Wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving!! When I worked on the radio, we would often “recycle” bits. We would take something we had done in the past and “re-run” it, often updating it to be current. This blog is actually a recycling of an earlier Thanksgiving blog and an updated list of things … Continue reading Thanksgiving – 2025
Life’s Little Moments
At my daughter's school, they have a group called the Watch D.O.G.S. (Dad's of Great Students). Dads, uncles, big brothers, grandpas and other male role models can volunteer for an entire day. You start your day with your child, then you move to another class room. Sometimes you are working as a hall monitor or … Continue reading Life’s Little Moments
Tune Tuesday – Elusive Butterfly
Normally, I would steer clear of this song, but because it is his birthday, I will feature it today. Happy 83rd Birthday to Bob Lind! In 1965, Bob Lind signed a contract with World Pacific Records, which was a division of Liberty Records. It was there that he recorded his composition (and only hit) Elusive … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Elusive Butterfly
Movie Music Monday – Mrs. Doubtfire
It was on this day in 1993 that Mrs. Doubtfire premiered in theaters. Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan, and the late Robin Williams all starred in this funny, yet serious film. Robin Williams is SO good in this movie. Desperate to see his children after a divorce, Robin's character disguises himself as Mrs. Doubtfire, a nanny, … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Mrs. Doubtfire
Book Recommendation – The Deal of a Lifetime
If you are looking for a quick read to help you meet your reading goal for the year, I've got one. This one has a slight holiday theme and it will make you think. If that sounds interesting, check out The Deal of a Lifetime by Fredrik Backman. This was one of the rare books … Continue reading Book Recommendation – The Deal of a Lifetime
Half a Million?!
Today I extend to you my thanks. As a reader of my blog, you have helped me achieve another blogging milestone. This week I received a note stating: I am so grateful for those of you who read my ramblings here. I thank you for commenting and liking the things that I post. I am … Continue reading Half a Million?!
Friday Photo Flashback
Since this is the last Friday before Thanksgiving, I thought I would post a turkey themed photo. There used to be a store around town called The Christmas Tree Shop. It was such a cool store. It was the perfect place to shop for holiday themed items. They had some neat wall art, home items, … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Book Recommendation – What About The Bodies
Today's book was one that I just happened upon while at the local library with the kids. The title peaked my interest. I read the synopsis and thought it sounded good. The book is What About the Bodies. The author is a new one for me. I wasn't sure what to expect. Before I go … Continue reading Book Recommendation – What About The Bodies
Rest Easy, Old Friend
I held quite a few different titles during my radio career. One of those was "Music Director." Part of my job was to listen to the new songs that we received every week and then discuss with the Program Director and consultant which ones we would add to the play list. One day a week, … Continue reading Rest Easy, Old Friend
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 