Nivi Engineer, Author at GeekMom

K-Drama ‘Her Private Life’ Models Love After Widowhood

January 16, 2022January 15, 2022Nivi Engineer

I am in love with the idea that if Ryan Gold, from Kdrama ‘Her Private Life,’ can accept Duk-mi’s fangirling of a pop star, it’s not unreasonable for a widow to wish to find love again.

Once Upon a Disney Podcast Launches April 7, 2021

April 7, 2021April 6, 2021Nivi Engineer1

The Once Upon a Disney podcast digs deep into the wealth of Disney movies released in the twentieth century, through a screenwriter’s lens.

Using TikTok to Bond With My Teens

December 31, 2019December 30, 2019Nivi Engineer1

I recently unlocked a great way to spend time with my kids: filming TikTok videos.

How Katie McGrath’s Lena Luthor Helped Me Introduce My Kid to Merlin

October 9, 2019October 8, 2019Nivi Engineer

My 13yo loves superhero shows. I want to spend time with him. Thanks to Katie McGrath, we’ve found a way to make both of us happy.

10 Tips for Interacting With the Grieving

August 11, 2019August 10, 2019Nivi Engineer2

How’s a person to help someone who’s grieving? I’m certainly no authority, and can’t speak for everyone out there who has suffered a loss or is suffering, but here are some suggestions.

Clinging to My Geekdom to Guide Me Through Grief

May 17, 2019May 16, 2019Nivi Engineer3

So which fictional TV or movie mom would you choose to be your mom? “Sarah Connors (‘Terminator’), Joyce Summers (‘Buffy’), or Mrs. Weasley.” Little did I suspect that I would soon be channeling these women as I shape the next phase of motherhood when my husband died in his sleep the following morning.

book covers of Seven Realms and Shattered Realms novels, finishing with Deathcaster

‘Deathcaster’: The Final ‘Shattered Realms’ Novel by Cinda Williams Chima

March 12, 2019March 11, 2019Nivi Engineer

‘Deathcaster’ by Cinda Williams Chima is a well-choreographed dance that forms a satisfying conclusion to the Shattered Realms series.

Indian Same-Sex Relationships: A Case for the Gender-Neutral É (and Sometimes O)

February 10, 2019February 9, 2019Nivi Engineer4

Looking forward to a time when same-sex couples may legally be allowed to marry in India, I can’t help but wonder about the role language itself plays in cultural adaptation. And for that, I’d like to propose the gender-neutral “é.”

Stack Overflow: 54 Book Recommendations for Middle Schoolers

December 17, 2018December 17, 2018Nivi Engineer

Reading Time: 5 minutes Looking for Middle Grade / Young Adult Fantasy books? I’ve inadvertently managed to compile quite a list thanks to my friends and family on Facebook, and I thought it would be worthwhile to share these recommendations with others who may be looking for the same. My 12yo enjoys reading, but he’s […]

Defending the Arts: “Hamilton,” a Case Study

November 7, 2018November 6, 2018Nivi Engineer1

To those that think there is no value in the arts. To those who believe classes focusing on “soft skills” are useless. Consider “Hamilton.”

Teens, Keep Trick or Treating on Halloween!

October 7, 2018October 6, 2018Nivi Engineer

Who says that kids need to be young, adorable, and in costume to enjoy Halloween? I most fervently disagree.

Stacked Solo cups, Solo movie cover on package of Solo cups.

Solo Boredom Busters

September 14, 2018September 14, 2018Nivi Engineer

‘Solo’ is coming out on Blu-Ray DVD soon! Until then, with the help of Solo cups (and plates), try out these Solo Boredom Busters.

Crazy Rich Asians book cover and movie poster

‘Crazy Rich Asians’: Adaptation at Its Finest

August 23, 2018August 23, 2018Nivi Engineer1

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is a thoroughly enjoyable romantic comedy that, surprise, happens to feature an all-Asian cast. And while I could go on and on about how awesome that is, what I’m most impressed by is the quality of the adaptation from book to movie.

Punsters Unite: How To Flex Punning Muscles

August 22, 2018August 21, 2018Nivi Engineer

Do you like riddles, puns, and word games? Punsters Unite Nearly Yearly (PUNY)’s weekly pun competition might be just the mailing list for you.

Things I’ve Spent More Time Doing Than Serving Jury Duty

August 21, 2018August 20, 2018Nivi Engineer

Many people don’t bother voting to avoid jury duty. While it can be a hassle, here’s a list of things that take more time than jury duty.

Netflix Film ‘Like Father’ Is Like a Rice Krispie Treat

August 9, 2018August 8, 2018Nivi Engineer

The latest Netflix production, Like Father, starring Kristen Bell, Kelsey Grammer, and Seth Rogan is a bit like Rice Krispie treats: fluffy, pleasant enough, got a little crunch to it, and just enough of a good-for-you ingredient to let you believe there’s something of value. Premise Work-obsessed Rachel (Kristen Bell) is left at the altar, […]