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

April 16, 1940 – Baseball History

Bob Feller Like many, I am happy that baseball season is back. Even though opening day is behind us, on this day in 1940 it was a historical opening day. At Comiskey Park, the Cleveland Indians took on the Chicago White Sox. 21 year old Bob Feller was the starting pitcher for the Indians. He … Continue reading April 16, 1940 – Baseball History →

Beaming With Pride

My daughter is in kindergarten. She has always seemed to be a bit ahead of the other kids. Even when she was in preschool, the teachers talked about how smart she was. She has quite the collection of chapter books and reads them all the time. I'm always surprised at the bigger words that she … Continue reading Beaming With Pride →

Audience Reaction

I watch a lot of stuff at home. Usually, it is just me and the family or just me. Watching something like this is nice, however, watching something with an audience can enhance your experience (and sometimes do the opposite). Here's an example. I have watched the Three Stooges on TV, VHS, and DVD hundreds … Continue reading Audience Reaction →

Tune Tuesday – Judy In Disguise With Glasses

John Fred (Gourrier) died on this day in 2005. His career in the music biz started in 1956 when he formed the band, John Fred and the Playboys. He was 15 years old. The first single that charted (#82) for the band was "Shirley" and the instrumentation was by Fats Domino's backing band. Their only … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Judy In Disguise With Glasses →

Movie Music Monday – Rocky

Bill Conti turns 84 today. He has composed some of the most memorable movie music in history. His most famous was featured in Rocky. I don’t think anyone would disagree that “Gonna Fly Now" is perhaps the most inspirational, motivational song ever recorded. Fans of the film can picture every scene that was accompanying the … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Rocky →

Hard Conversations I Don’t Want To Have

A parent loves to watch their child grow. However, it can be overwhelming to realize that while they are growing older, so are you. Take it one step further and you realize that at the same time, your parents are growing older as well. I have noticed a change in my dad over the past … Continue reading Hard Conversations I Don’t Want To Have →

24?! Here’s to More!

They say that when you have children, the clocks in your life begin to tick away the minutes, hours, days, weeks, and years faster than ever. There is a lot of truth to that statement. It certainly doesn’t feel like it, but 24 years ago today, my life was changed forever. My oldest son, Dante’ … Continue reading 24?! Here’s to More! →

Friday Photo Flashback

Today's Flashback consists of a few photos. 24 years ago tomorrow, I became "Dad" for the first time. My son, Dante, was born. I can remember so many details of that day. It was one of the most chaotic and emotional days of my life. My mom could not wait for her first grandchild. She … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback →

Book Recommendation – Sweet Sweet Revenge LTD

This is not the first Jonas Jonasson book that I have read. I have found his books to be entertaining and often make me laugh out loud. This time around, it is the book Sweet Sweet Revenge LTD. One of the things that Jonas seems to do very well is to introduce you to a … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Sweet Sweet Revenge LTD →

Small Life Recap

I'm not sure why I am just now getting around to writing a quick life recap. I guess I didn't think I was as busy as I was. Prior to Easter, my friend Margaret stopped by to see the kids. They always love when she stops by. She was passing by our house on her … Continue reading Small Life Recap →