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

The Sacred Tool Hymn

The other night my wife was singing to Andrew at bedtime. Like me, she has her own repertoire of songs to choose from. This particular night, she chose to sing Amazing Grace. It is truly one of the most recognized hymns of all time, and the story of how it was written is fascinating. Anyway, … Continue reading The Sacred Tool Hymn →

Book Recommendation: The Marlow Murder Club

One of the things I love about Goodreads is how they will take books that you have read and offer suggestions based on them. You may recall that I have read all of the available books in the Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman. This book was suggested based on those. I admit there are similarities, but … Continue reading Book Recommendation: The Marlow Murder Club →

Winter Karma

We woke up today to about an inch and a half of snow. There is more on the way before the week is done. It's been fun to see how Daisy reacts to the snow. She is not quite sure what to do with it. She sniffs it. She rolls in it. She eats it. It's quite a scene. When she … Continue reading Winter Karma →

A Look Back at 2023

Perhaps this year I will plan a bit better. I hoped to post this year-end recap on January 1, 2024, but life had other plans. If I made New Year's Resolutions, planning ahead just might be one of mine. Better late than never ... 2023 was a year of ups and downs, but that's what makes life … Continue reading A Look Back at 2023 →

The Scissors Add 10 Years

Andrew got a haircut a few weeks ago. I had to work, so Sam brought Ella. She kept saying she wanted her hair cut. Now she's had the ends trimmed a few times, but that's been the extent of it. When Sam asked how she wanted it cut she showed us with her hands. She … Continue reading The Scissors Add 10 Years →

Happy New Year – Welcome 2024

“Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” - Carl Bard 2024 rang in quietly at my place. Sam worked New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. I was in bed and asleep by 11:45pm on NYE. I didn't even hear the … Continue reading Happy New Year – Welcome 2024 →

Quick Post Before 2024

The week between Christmas and New Year's is an odd one. I never seem to know what day it is. I plan on looking back at 2023 blog in the coming days, but wanted to take a quick moment to thank you. I never imagined that anyone would find the things I write about interesting. … Continue reading Quick Post Before 2024 →

Undecking the Halls

Today I took down the Christmas tree. I wrapped the ornaments in tissue paper and boxed them up. I packed away the stockings. I took the door decorations down. If it hadn't been raining, I probably would have taken down the outdoor stuff, too. I suppose that is the bad thing about putting up the holiday stuff early - … Continue reading Undecking the Halls →