Author: GeekMom

Almost a year ago, our good friends at Rollacrit launched a Kickstarter campaign for a new and improved Bag of Holding, a much sought after product from the gone but not forgotten ThinkGeek. I reviewed a prototype of the bag, and was much impressed.  This Spring, Rollacrit delivered their new Messenger Bag of Holding to […]

In 2017, French company UNISTELLAR launched their first Kickstarter campaign for the eVscope, a telescope that used Enhance Vision Technology to get the light gathering power of telescopes ten times larger in diameter. That successful launch lead to several other telescopes harnessing the same technology. Recently, UNISTELLAR sent me one of their latest offerings, the […]

Have you ever considered playing a character in Dungeons and Dragons who has a different gender than your own, is trans, or is nonbinary? This guide will help you find the species, class, and creature options which can bring those identities to life. I would like to note, however, that if you are not trans […]

The search for a perfect mini is never ending. Whether you’re a player or dungeon master, it can be frustrating to try to bring your vision to life, only to find that to miniatures you have are all the wrong size, have the wrong weapons, or lack spell effects. Over the years, I have found […]

Navola is the tale of Davico di Regulai, the young male heir to a mercantile empire. His father and grandfather plotted and manipulated to sit at the top of the pile in the province of Navola. Davico will have to be a schemer if he is going to successfully navigate his inheritance. But what if […]

Recently I upgraded my older robot vacuum for the new Narwal Freo X Plus. I was curious to try out the dual vacuum and mop feature. I have mostly tile and laminate flooring but in my living room, I have a Ruggable. I was curious to see how smart it was to tell my rug […]

Beadle & Grimm’s is at it again! Not content with just their phenomenal box sets of Dungeons & Dragons adventures, they’re coming out with a modern twist on D&D classics in time for the 50th Anniversary. Available in October, Beadle & Grimm’s has just announced the Classic Module Dice Collection.  Featuring felt-lined boxes, these collections are themed to […]

This Friday, July 19th, Shout! TV will be running their Trail of Destruction event. This is a marathon of cult classic natural disaster films streaming all day long. Titles include 10.5 Apocalypse, Category 7: End Of The World, CAT 8, and Ring Of Fire. In honor of the event, Shout! TV is offering a giveaway of […]

As you may know, I’m a pretty big fan of ELEGOO’s 3D printers. They’re affordable, and give reliable, detailed prints, whether we’re talking FDM printers like the Neptune series, or MSLA printers like the Mars and Saturn series. If you’re looking to get started in the world of 3D printing, or it’s time to make […]

A common question historical reenactors hear this time of year is, “Don’t you get hot in all those clothes?” While, yes, people two hundred years ago did wear more clothing and layers than we do today, and, yes, anyone would get hot in 95 degrees F, there is a reason people who wear historical dress […]

In my last post, I covered the mental health benefits of bullet journaling. Today, I’ll dive into my other favorite journaling method: art journaling. If you Google “art journaling” you will find a plethora of descriptions and definitions. My favorite comes from DayOne’s blog: “Art journaling is a creative and personal way to express yourself […]

This post was sponsored by BLUETTI. BLUETTI, a technology pioneer in clean energy, is launching its newest product, the AC50B portable power station, ahead of Prime Day 2024. Leading up to this year’s shopping event, BLUETTI also offers an exclusive presale on its top generators from June 24 to July 15. Introducing the AC50B: Smart […]

Kneel Before Zod #7 cover, via DC Comics. Kneel Before Zod #7 – Joe Casey, Writer; Dan McDaid, Artist; David Baron, Colorist Ray – 7.5/10 Ray: Placing Zod at the helm of a prison ship has been an interesting touch, especially once it turned out that one of the prisoners was the Emerald Empress, an […]

If May was a good reading month, then June was perhaps the opposite. I read far less last month than I hoped and I found myself bogged down in the books I did read. Nevertheless, a couple of crackers are on the list, starting with a light-hearted undead caper. Here is my June 2024 book […]

Subtitled “The World’s Living Laboratory,” Galápagos Islands by Karen Romano Young is a picture reference book that helps children discover the diverse natural history of the world’s first UNESCO heritage site. The book offers a fascinating insight into the islands’ special geology, and unique flora and fauna. The Galápagos is a place I imagine every […]

Not long after I reviewed LEGO’s other big Lord of the Rings Icons set, Rivendell, our favorite Danish company announced a new LotR Icons set for Barad-dûr. For those of you that may not remember from the Tolkien books or the movie adaptations, Barad-dûr is also known as the Dark Tower. It is Sauron’s stronghold, from […]

While Firelock Games has several titles in their catalogue, they are probably best known for Blood and Plunder, a 28 mm historical tabletop game set in the 17th Century Caribbean. Recently, they launched a Kickstarter Campaign for Port Royal, a miniatures skirmish tabletop game sharing the same setting. The game is loosely based on the […]

Little People have come a long way! From the little cylindrical wooden bodies with round heads (cute, but also a choking hazard) to the articulated versions that bend at the waist to the chunky figurines you see now, Little People have been entertaining kids for a couple generations now. (Remember the barn that moos? I […]

Every now and then, a book comes along that is unexpectedly excellent. I agreed to review Solstice by Jen Breach because it’s a subject that I know resonates with GeekDad readers. Coming from WhatonEarth Books, whom I work with frequently, I knew the book would be an interesting, quality read. It turns out it might be my […]

I am glad to say that this is a diverse selection, ten books by authors from all over the world. Duck Duck Taco Truck by Laura Lavoie (Author) Teresa Martinez (Illustrator) This is a fun book with clever rhymes and illustrations. “Duck. Duck. Taco truck. Working hard to make a buck.” The friendly ducks have […]