Last week the Music of My Life post focused on 1983, and coincidentally today's Movie Music comes from a 1983 comedy. Easy Money was released on this day back in '83 and has one of the funniest last lines I've ever heard! The film stars Rodney Dangerfield, Joe Pesci, and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Rodney plays … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Easy Money
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
Rerun, Rewatch, Repeat, Rejuvinate!
Based on something I stumbled on recently, my mental health should be in tip top shape! Yours may be, to, especially if you love to binge watch your favorite TV shows over and over again. There are some people who just don't get why someone would want to watch something (whether it be a TV … Continue reading Rerun, Rewatch, Repeat, Rejuvinate!
Book Recommendation: The Secret Book of Flora Lea
Every once in a while a book on my "to read" list will sit on there a bit. Usually this is because I've read a negative review on Goodreads or maybe someone on one of the book related Facebook groups I belong to said they couldn't finish it. I need to keep in mind that … Continue reading Book Recommendation: The Secret Book of Flora Lea
Friday Photo Flashback
On August 16, 1977, 47 years ago today, Elvis Presley died in Memphis, Tennessee. I was just 7 years old when he passed away, but I can recall how his passing hit my father and many others who grew up with his music and his legacy. As a kid, I knew Hound Dog, Teddy Bear, … Continue reading Friday Photo Flashback
A Purr-plexing Cat-astrophe?
So a co-worker came in last week and sat down next to me. "Keith, do you want another kitty?" Without any hesitation whatsoever I gave her a firm, "No!" She showed me a picture of four kittens who had been abandoned at a relative's house and said they were trying to find them homes. I … Continue reading A Purr-plexing Cat-astrophe?
The Music of My Life – 1983
Welcome back to The Music of My Life, where I feature ten songs from each year of my life. In most cases, the ten songs I choose will be ones I like personally (unless I explain otherwise). The songs will be selected from Billboard’s Year-end Hot 100 Chart, Acclaimed Music, and will all be released … Continue reading The Music of My Life – 1983
Tune Tuesday – Yakety Yak
The song for today is a familiar one, despite its age. The reason I pick this one is to remember one of the greats who passed away on this day in 1971. Perhaps you don't know him by his real name, Curtis Montgomery, or his adopted name Curtis Ousley. If you are a music lover, … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Yakety Yak
Movie Music Monday – Love At First Bite
Today the tannest man in show business celebrates his 85th birthday. I am, of course, talking about George Hamilton. He is no stranger to television and movies. His film career started way back in 1959 when he started in Crime and Punishment USA He played many serious roles both on television and in the movies. … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Love At First Bite
A Day To Celebrate the Kids
Today is National Son's and Daughter's Day, so be sure to celebrate yours today!! I am lucky to be the father of three boys and one girl. I became a father in 2002 when my oldest son, Dante', was born. My second son, Dimitri, was born 5 years later. Dante' (on the right above) had … Continue reading A Day To Celebrate the Kids
Bestie Birthday Wish
While she has been mentioned before in a few blogs, I have one friend who has never had one completely devoted to her. Today, on her birthday, I want to rectify that. As we get older, memories tend to fade. Details can get lost. We may remember things a bit differently than they actual happened. … Continue reading Bestie Birthday Wish
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 