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Tag: Hot Chocolate

Pics with St. Nick

Due to a schedule conflict this year, we were unable to get family pictures for Christmas. Some coworkers and I were talking about Christmas pictures when one of them told me that her husband was playing Santa. A friend of hers has a photography studio and she was doing pictures with Santa for only $25. … Continue reading Pics with St. Nick →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 2 Comments December 17, 2025December 17, 2025 1 Minute

Life’s Little Moments

Last Saturday, my wife left for work and called me just a minute or two after she left. She reminded me that the city was doing their "Trunk or Treat" event that night. I asked the kids if they wanted to go and all they had to hear was "candy," and they were in! It … Continue reading Life’s Little Moments →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments October 10, 2024October 9, 2024 3 Minutes

This Or That?

I've seen a couple bloggers I follow post this in one way, shape or form. I thought it would be a quick and fun thing to do. Two options are presented - you have to pick one. You are supposed to tag someone else to answer the questions, but I won't do that. Feel free … Continue reading This Or That? →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 12 Comments December 15, 2022December 15, 2022 8 Minutes

I’m Gonna Miss You, “Sir”

I'm still trying to process the loss of my friend, Tom Shaner. He passed away just before Christmas. He was my high school band director. He was more than just a friend to me (and many others). He was a mentor, a leader, a counselor, a cheerleader, a boss, a role model, an advisor, and … Continue reading I’m Gonna Miss You, “Sir” →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 15 Comments December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 16 Minutes

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