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Tag: Stress

The Truth Hurts

It can be very easy to hide things when posting on social media or in a blog. As the daily posts go live, no one will ever really know if something is wrong. As someone who has a lot of posts that are written beforehand and scheduled to post on a specific day and time, … Continue reading The Truth Hurts →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 23 Comments August 12, 2026August 12, 2026 4 Minutes

Closer to Answers?

This morning, I had a telemedicine visit to discuss whether or not I qualified for ADHD testing. You may recall a few months ago, there was some discussion with my PCP and my therapist about whether or not this is something I am dealing with. I blogged about it here: https://nostalgicitalian.com/2023/05/03/mayday-mayday-i-have-problems/ In the 45 minute … Continue reading Closer to Answers? →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 11 Comments August 22, 2023 1 Minute

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

Christmas in September

To say that the past few days have been stressful is an understatement. There have been some very good moments and I tried to just take them all in. However, something was on my mind all weekend. I'm not going to get into detail on that. I could, but I won't. Let me just state … Continue reading Christmas in September →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 3 Minutes

Fill in the Blank?

I really have every reason in the world to be happy. I am married to my soul mate. I have 4 wonderful children. I am saved by grace. I am alive. I am employed. I have food on the table and a roof over my head. The list goes on and on. However, I have … Continue reading Fill in the Blank? →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 4 Comments January 27, 2022 3 Minutes

A Positive Post

A friend of mine saw a recent post and sent me a private message to say that she hoped everything was ok. I figured it was time to share a positive post. My Boys I'm excited for this weekend. My youngest son will be with me Saturday and part of Sunday. He's been going through … Continue reading A Positive Post →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 4 Comments September 18, 2021 4 Minutes

“Hello Again, Hello …”

Long time ... no blog Hello, my friend.  Sorry I have been away for a bit.  My last blog led to many friends on Facebook reaching out to see if I was okay.  I wasn't.  When I wrote that blog, I obviously was a bit frazzled, but had yet to reach my breaking point.  That … Continue reading “Hello Again, Hello …” →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 7 Comments April 10, 2020 8 Minutes

Four Things You Can’t Recover …

My last blog was 7 days ago.  I had hoped to write for Tune Tuesday, I wanted to write a birthday blog for my wife, do a Top 10 song list for Dean Martin's birthday and post a couple blogs as well, but I am a procrastinator.  I was asked to speak at the annual … Continue reading Four Things You Can’t Recover … →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 2 Comments June 10, 2019June 10, 2019 8 Minutes

Do these things stress you out??

While prepping for the radio show, I came across a list of the "Ten Most Stressful-Modern Day Scenarios" that were compiled by the South West News Service in England. I thought it would be fun to share the list and see if you agree with their list.  I also encourage you to share your "stress" … Continue reading Do these things stress you out?? →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 3 Comments February 25, 2019February 25, 2019 4 Minutes

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  • Friday Photo(s) Flashback
  • Book Recommendation – Joe Nuthin’s Guide to Life
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Movie Music Monday – The Goonies
  • Tune Tuesday – Sweet Soul Music
  • The Butt of Many Jokes – Part II
  • Father’s Day 2026
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Studying The Word
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • A Top 5 for Mel’s Centennial
  • Movie Music Monday – Dirty Dancing
  • Tune Tuesday – If This Is It
  • So Long, June. Welcome, July!
  • Crazy Weather We’re Having …
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Turntable Talk #50 – Yankee Doodle. That’s a Dandy … Song!
  • Book Recommendation – The Book of Lost Hours
  • Happy Semiquincentennial, America!
  • Three Reasons to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Our Fourth Was Missing Our “Fourth”
  • Movie Music Monday – Forrest Gump
  • Tune Tuesday – The Stripper
  • Life’s a Beach!
  • Happy Birthday, Emily West!
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • I’m Making a List … of Lists
  • Great American Songbook Saturday
  • Does “Number One” Really Mean Anything?
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Book Recommendation – The Book of Doors
  • Movie Music Monday – Hound-Dog Man
  • Tune Tuesday – Rock ‘N Me
  • Weekend Highlights
  • Maybe Adults Need More of This
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Great American Songbook Saturday – Once In A While
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Movie Music Monday – Doctor Detroit
  • Tune Tuesday – Bad Case of Loving You
  • Life’s Little Moments
  • A Golden Muppet Quiz!
  • I’d Have $23
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Great American Songbook Saturday – Blues In The Night
  • Elementary, My Dear Reader
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Movie Music Monday – Purple Rain
  • Tune Tuesday – Cuts Both Ways
  • Life’s Little Moments
  • Guest Blogger: My Baby Brother (A Summer Rerun)
  • Book Recommendation – The Last Letters of Sally and Walter
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Great American Songbook Saturday
  • My Latest Annoyance
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Movie Music Monday – Fast Times at Ridgemont High
  • Tony Bennett – 100 Years (A Summer Rerun)
  • Tune Tuesday – Poor Little Fool
  • Mid-Week Recap
  • Book Recommendation – Crooks
  • Friday Photo Flashback – Freberg
  • Great American Songbook Saturday – My Buddy
  • Song Lyric Sunday – Too Much Thyme On My Hands
  • Happy National Book Lover’s Day
  • Movie Music Monday – The Help
  • Tune Tuesday – Days Like This
  • The Truth Hurts
  • The Man With the Tan
  • Happy Birthday, Hitch!
  • Book Recommendation – Voice-a-Versa
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Turntable Talk #51 – Singly Under-Appreciated
  • Great American Songbook Saturday
  • Song Lyric Sunday
  • Sadness At The Drive In (A Tweaked Summer Rerun)
  • Movie Music Monday – Life of Brian
  • Tune Tuesday
  • ZZ Top is Beard-less … Sort of
  • Life’s Little Moments
  • Overdue Update
  • Friday Photo Flashback
  • Great American Songbook Saturday – I Got Rhythm
  • This Hit Me Hard
  • Song Lyric Sunday – I’ve Got You Under My Skin
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  • Movie Music Monday – Police Academy
  • Tune Tuesday – Jo Dee Messina
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  • Funny Memory
  • Friday Photo Flashback
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