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Tag: Shrek

Movie Music Monday – Shrek

On this day in 2001, Shrek debuted in theaters. It introduced us to our ogre friend, a donkey and many other fairy tale characters. I have featured other songs from the soundtrack in the past, so today I'll focus on one of the great cover songs on the soundtrack. From songfacts.com" Neil Diamond wrote "I'm … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Shrek →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 4 Comments May 18, 2026May 15, 2026 1 Minute

The Music of My Life – 2004

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 – 2004 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 7 Comments January 8, 2025January 7, 2025 10 Minutes

The Music of My Life – 2001

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 – 2001 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 6 Comments December 18, 2024December 17, 2024 12 Minutes

The Music of My Life – 1999

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 – 1999 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments December 4, 2024December 3, 2024 10 Minutes

Movie Music Monday – Shrek

The Shrek movies were such a big part of my older boy's childhood.  They loved them, and I did, too.  I am not ashamed to admit that I am a tad bit excited that they just announced a 5th installment to the series.  I can relate a bit to this ogre! They've always seemed to … Continue reading Movie Music Monday – Shrek →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 6 Comments July 22, 2024May 14, 2026 2 Minutes

Stinking Funny Story

So I have to share this, because it made me laugh. I received an email from my local library that a book I had requested was ready for pick up. I stopped on my way to work to get it. As I pulled into the parking spot, I noticed that the vehicle next to me … Continue reading Stinking Funny Story →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments May 4, 2023 1 Minute

I Hope These Won’t Suck, But They Probably Will

When it comes to new stuff coming to TV or the movies, there hasn't been much for me to get excited about. However, this week, news broke of a couple things that seriously have the potential to be good. Sadly, more often than not, these great ideas are a major disappointment. A good example of … Continue reading I Hope These Won’t Suck, But They Probably Will →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 3 Comments April 8, 2023 2 Minutes

Finally – A Movie I Can Get Excited To See !

If you were to ask me "What is the last movie you saw in a theater?" I wouldn't be able to give you an answer. Honestly. I don't remember. For what it is worth, there really haven't been any movies that have really made me want to go to the theater to see them either. … Continue reading Finally – A Movie I Can Get Excited To See ! →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 3 Comments June 17, 2022 3 Minutes

“Bad Days Build Better Days”

I don't feel like blogging. I don't feel like being here. I have so many thoughts running through my mind. I feel like my insides are being torn apart. I am sad and want to cry. I am mad and want to scream. I am tired and need to sleep. I am frustrated and don't … Continue reading “Bad Days Build Better Days” →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments September 5, 2020 4 Minutes

Favorite Films – The 2000’s

It's been a couple of weeks since I picked back up on this series of blogs, so I thought I had better.  A while ago, I saw a post that suggested you pick one favorite film from every year of your life.  So far, I have covered 3 decades.  Some years were easier than others.  … Continue reading Favorite Films – The 2000’s →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 6 Comments November 4, 2019November 4, 2019 11 Minutes

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