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Tag: Wicked

Happy 6th Birthday, Ella

Sorry I am late. I was off yesterday and just now am getting around to writing ... It was 6 years ago yesterday that my first and only daughter was born. At that time, I remember the excitement and all of the unknowns. Six years later, she has blossomed into such an amazing little girl. … Continue reading Happy 6th Birthday, Ella →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments February 11, 2026 2 Minutes

Daddy Daughter Date Night

Last night, my daughter went to the Daddy Daughter Dance. She’s been excited since she heard about it. She was even more excited when she heard the theme was “Wicked.” My wife got her dressed up and even put on a splash of perfume. She was super excited to show me her dress. She looked … Continue reading Daddy Daughter Date Night →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 7 Comments February 8, 2026 1 Minute

Happy New Year, Again.

I've been meaning to write a little recap of post-Christmas happenings, and I just haven't had a second to do it. So here are just a few highlights. The boys and me. That Three Stooges poster behind us was a complete coincidence. My boys and I got together the weekend after Christmas. The Christmas holiday … Continue reading Happy New Year, Again. →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 9 Comments January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 3 Minutes

Reflecting on 2019 …

As the year draws to a close, I have pondered about what I wanted to write about.  Some of the blogs I follow have posted "Year End" Top Ten lists featuring their 10 most read blogs of the year.  Others have written rants about the old year, and posted resolutions for the new year.  Yet … Continue reading Reflecting on 2019 … →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 3 Comments December 30, 2019December 30, 2019 6 Minutes

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 →

nostalgicitalian Uncategorized 5 Comments March 18, 2019March 19, 2019 13 Minutes

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