Forgive me if I have mentioned this before. With all that I've had happen over the last week, I honestly cannot recall if I blogged about this. My wife and I received a bill from the place that my daughter has physical/occupational therapy. The bill was for $2100. My insurance is the primary and my … Continue reading Hat Tip to the BBB
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
Tune Tuesday – Salute to Sparky
Sparky Anderson is the first and only manager in MLB history to win 600 games in both the National and American Leagues. This milestone was achieved on July 29, 1986, when his Detroit Tigers defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 9-5, according to the Baseball Hall of Fame and This Day in Baseball. He had previously won 600+ games … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Salute to Sparky
Movie Music Monday – Purple Rain
Last year Rolling Stone magazine listed its 100 Best Movie Soundtracks list. It was interesting to scroll through. There were plenty of movies on the list that I have never seen. Sitting at the top of the list was Prince's Purple Rain. The soundtrack was loaded with hits: Let's Go Crazy. I Would Die 4 … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Purple Rain
Happy 85th Birthday to Billboard
The first Billboard singles chart was published on this day in 1940. It was 85 years ago that Billboard began compiling and publishing the National Best Selling Retail Records chart. It became the first official national music chart. Wiki says: Debuting in the issue dated July 27, it marked the beginning of the magazine's nationwide tracking … Continue reading Happy 85th Birthday to Billboard
Book Recommendation – Marble Hall Murders
One author that I truly enjoy is Anthony Horowitz. I've read quite a few of his books and they have been very well done. I had been waiting for his latest - Marble Hall Murders. This book is the third book in his Susan Ryland series. Despite the fact that the three tie in together, … Continue reading Book Recommendation – Marble Hall Murders
Friday Photo Flashback
I'm guessing today's photo is from somewhere between 1987-1992. I don't recall where the photo was taken. I'm going to guess it's a wedding or some family event. The picture is of my dad, my Uncle Tom, and me. This is another photo that I am unaware of who took it. We're all wearing a … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
Update – Kids and Me
With all that went on with me and my ER visit, I neglected to post about my son. He had his MRI on Monday and I am happy to say that it came back normal. The children's hospital was fantastic. The staff was excellent. There was a pinball game in the waiting room. No coins … Continue reading Update – Kids and Me
The Unwanted Vacation
I had planned a very different post for today. Instead, I am finally up and about after a long night. Last night was a fairly normal night at work. One of our labs needed an oxygen concentrator, so I put one of ours in my car and made the 30 minute drive there. I dropped … Continue reading The Unwanted Vacation
Tune Tuesday – Julie, Do Ya Love Me
Just last month teen idol Bobby Sherman passed away. He would have turned 82 years old today. Bobby seemed to be everywhere. He was singing on the radio, as well as acting on television and on the big screen. He was a singer on the show "Shindig," he had a role on "Here Comes the … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Julie, Do Ya Love Me
Movie Music Monday – Stormy Weather
It was 82 years ago today that the musical Stormy Weather premiered in the US. The movie starred the beautiful Lena Horne, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, and Cab Calloway. Also making appearances were Fats Waller and Dooley Wilson (who was the piano player in Casablanca). The movie is loosely based on Robinson's life. It would be … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Stormy Weather
