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

Up To Snow Good

We had our first big snow over the weekend. It's always fun to watch how a puppy who has never seen snow will react to it. It was early, like 4am early, and Mabel made it clear that she had to go outside. As I opened the door, I could see that there were about … Continue reading Up To Snow Good →

Tune Tuesday – You Send Me

Sam Cooke recorded the song "You Send Me" in June of 1957. It was released in September of that year and would go all the way to #1. The song topped the charts for the first time on this day in 1957. Not bad for a debut single. Cooke wrote "You Send Me" but gave … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – You Send Me →

Movie Music Monday – The Girl Can’t Help It.

It was on this day in 1956 that "The Girl Can't Help It" starring Jayne Mansfield, Tom Ewell and Edmund O'Brien opened in theaters. The movie was originally conceived as a way to build Mansfield's celebrity, but it took on a life of its own and became a rallying point for young people, helping propel … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – The Girl Can’t Help It. →

I Tumble For Ya …

The above photo, done by AI, probably has the look on my face correct. However, I actually fell INTO the house (and I'm not talking about inside). On Friday, my wife ordered groceries online. She asked if I would run up to Meijer to get them. I knew the wagon was still in the back … Continue reading I Tumble For Ya … →

Book Recommendation – How to Age Disgracefully

I picked today's book off the shelf at the book store because of the title. With a title like How to Age Disgracefully, I had to know what it was about. This book was such a fun read. I laughed out loud quite a few times and really enjoyed the idiosyncrasies of all the characters. … Continue reading Book Recommendation – How to Age Disgracefully →

Friday Photo Flashback

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 →

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 →