Today would have been my mom's 71st birthday. I wrote a very emotional blog about her last year and for new followers to this blog, you can read it here: https://nostalgicitalian.com/2018/04/04/moms-70th/ The Project Last year, my brother Chris told me that he wanted to create a project that would honor our mom. I have a … Continue reading A Peak at Mom’s “Project”
Tune Tuesday – Pride and Joy
The song in my head on this Tune Tuesday is a two-minute masterpiece from one of the greatest voices to come out of Motown - Marvin Gaye. Yesterday would have been his 80th birthday. In his short, but amazing career, he had many hits which included I'll Be Doggone, What's Going On?, Sexual Healing, Can … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Pride and Joy
Monday Memory – Pranked
It's April Fool's Day. In honor of this, I thought I would share a funny story in which I was the victim of a funny prank. It's funny now, but at the time, I didn't find it funny at all. My memory is a bit fuzzy on some of the details, but I am sure … Continue reading Monday Memory – Pranked
Mystery Mania 2019
As someone who loves a good mystery, I jumped at the chance to take part in the "Mystery Mania Blogathon" being hosted by Robin and her site, Pop Culture Reverie. For this event, the topics could include movies, novels, video games, and TV shows. While there are plenty of books and TV shows that I … Continue reading Mystery Mania 2019
Tune Tuesday – Nat King Cole
While driving into work this week, I heard part of a special on Sirius XM honoring Nat King Cole in honor of his 100th birthday. The part that I heard was from a special done on WNEW radio in New York. It was some DJ interviewing Nat, having him sing songs and play piano. … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Nat King Cole
“Cleveland Rocks!”
For our anniversary, my wife and I wanted to plan a little getaway to celebrate. Neither one of us had too much PTO in our "banks" at work, so we decided on a weekend trip. During the planning the destinations changed frequently. Originally, we had hoped to head back for another trip to Florida, but … Continue reading “Cleveland Rocks!”
Some Favorite TV Episodes…
This blog is my entry in The Fifth Annual Favorite TV Show Episode Blogathon, which is being hosted by Terence Towles Canote and his site, “A Shroud of Thoughts.” Terence has also written a book entitled “Television: Rare and Well Done – Essays on the Medium”. He writes about TV’s “Golden Age”, westerns, the spy … Continue reading Some Favorite TV Episodes…
Tune Tuesday – Let Them Talk
In a new feature (which I may or may not continue), I want to feature some tunes I like once a week. What better day of the week to do it than on Tuesday? Many know award-winning actor Hugh Laurie for his role as Dr. Gregory House on House, MD (his American accent always blew … Continue reading Tune Tuesday – Let Them Talk
Part III – To the Aisle
One year ago, March 19, 2018, Sam and I were married. In the last 365 days, I have been blessed with the most wonderful partner! We have had some really amazing moments and our love for each other continues to grow with each passing day. After she said yes to my proposal, we began to … Continue reading Part III – To the Aisle
Part II – The Proposal
Yesterday's blog was an emotional one to write. I put some things in it that I had been quiet about for some time (depression, suicide, divorce, and unhappiness). It came as a surprise to many, and the wonderful words shared by friends on Facebook, and right here on my page meant more to me than … Continue reading Part II – The Proposal
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 