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Rockin’ Some Felt

Last month, I mentioned that Disney+ would be airing a new Muppet show. The show focuses on the original house band of the old Muppet Show - Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem. I've been holding off on watching it because I just wasn't sure what to expect. One of the silliest reasons to not … Continue reading Rockin’ Some Felt →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 8 Comments May 19, 2023 1 Minute

A Happy Weekend

Tuesdays mean back to work for me. Technically, Mondays are still part of my "weekend." Yesterday, I wrote about the amazing birthday I had Monday, but wanted to share a few other highlights from the past couple days. Sunday was Mother's Day. Sadly, Sam had to work that night. That didn't stop us from celebrating. … Continue reading A Happy Weekend →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 13 Comments May 17, 2023 1 Minute

Book Recommendation: The Wager – David Grann

I came across this book while scrolling through a Good Reads list. When I saw the subtitle of I assumed this was fiction book, but it is actually a true story. I had never heard of The Wager before and by the time I read the synopsis, I added it to my "Want To Read" … Continue reading Book Recommendation: The Wager – David Grann →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 4 Comments May 17, 2023 2 Minutes

Another year passes …

Today I finished my 53rd trip around the sun. Birthdays stopped being special to me a long time ago. They are just another day. However, I will tell you that today was a birthday I won't soon forget. Let me tell you why ... Ella has been talking about my birthday for months. She's known … Continue reading Another year passes … →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 20 Comments May 15, 2023May 15, 2023 1 Minute

Guest Blog: Libraries Are Important!

You have probably noticed that I have been talking about a lot more books recently. This is not by accident. I am reading more. I have always loved to read, but never seem to find the time to do it. I have made it a point to read more and am utilizing the local library … Continue reading Guest Blog: Libraries Are Important! →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 7 Comments May 14, 2023May 13, 2023 17 Minutes

Shower Story

A couple weeks ago there were some people working at the end of our street. They hit a gas line and they had to shut off the gas for our entire neighborhood. Once the line was repaired, Consumer's Energy went from house to house to relight pilot lights and bleed any air out of the … Continue reading Shower Story →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 8 Comments May 13, 2023 2 Minutes

Turntable Talk – Feels Like The First Time

It's time for another round of Turntable Talk. This is the 14th edition hosted by Dave over at A Sound Day. As always he has presented our little group of music lovers with a great topic. In his instructions he asks: "Do you remember what the first album you bought was? LP? CD? Reel to … Continue reading Turntable Talk – Feels Like The First Time →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 13, 2023May 13, 2023 4 Minutes

Much Needed Time

Yesterday I was supposed to work. When I woke up, I saw a text from work saying that we were down patients and it was my turn to stay home. There was a staff meeting that I had to call in and be a part of, but after that, it was all family time! The … Continue reading Much Needed Time →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 12, 2023 3 Minutes

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month

I just found out that May is Mental Health Awareness Month. You HAVE to take care of yourself. I have learned this over time as I realize just how many things I have going on. Anxiety, Depression, Stress, OCD, and now possible ADHD. (For those who have reached out and asked, I am currently waiting … Continue reading May Is Mental Health Awareness Month →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 11, 2023 1 Minute

A Cool Place To Sit

It is finally starting to feel like Spring in Michigan. Some of the days ahead may even have summer like temperatures. After I put together the porch rocker for Sam, the kids and I ran around the yard. Sam had got some flowers and soil to put in a planter pot and we placed it … Continue reading A Cool Place To Sit →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 11 Comments May 10, 2023 1 Minute

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