Goodbye, Energy Game
When my kids were little, I invented the Energy Game, with simple rules to burn off energy before bedtime. But now, alas, they’ve outgrown it.
Continue ReadingWhen my kids were little, I invented the Energy Game, with simple rules to burn off energy before bedtime. But now, alas, they’ve outgrown it.
Continue ReadingWhen you dance, you perform steps in a particular way, the same way each time. The dance code you create is, in essence, the same as writing a program.
Continue ReadingIt’s time for some serious NaNoWriMo prep. Are you ready? So let’s get geared up and ready to go. Here are a few tips on how to get ready.
Continue ReadingAdventures in Instant Potting: GeekMoms Karen and Nivi join forces to bring you ‘Princess Bride’-themed recipes to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the film’s release.
Continue ReadingHalloween has always been my favorite day of the year, yet this year, it seems, I’m struggling to get into the Halloween spirit.
Continue ReadingTo get me into the Halloween spirit, I just read Matt Harry’s ‘Sorcery for Beginners.’ As it comes with instructions for spells, you’ll want to too.
Continue ReadingI have three Potter-aged kids, so I’m going to reread the books as a parenting guide.
Continue ReadingChapter Sixteen of Thrity Umrigar’s novel, ‘Everybody’s Son,’ is a marvelous example of writing at its finest, where form meets function.
Continue ReadingI recently watched an episode of ‘Supergirl’ and one of ‘Girl Meets World.’ Two scenes spoke of loss, and side by side, ‘GMW’ resonated with me more strongly.
Continue ReadingI play mind games on myself. It’s quite fun, really, and relatively harmless. Mostly it’s to stave off boredom, but it also helps my happiness level. All by changing my perspective.
Continue ReadingFor a fun weekend getaway, come to Cleveland, even before April 8, 2024 for the next Solar eclipse. And let ’50 Cities of the U.S.A.’ be your guide.
Continue ReadingMLK Jr. once said that “We who engage in nonviolent direct action are not the creators of tension. We merely bring to the surface the hidden tension that is already alive.”
Continue ReadingIt’s not too late to make a shirt to celebrate the Solar Eclipse on Monday. Just use a plain shirt you already own.
Continue ReadingRight from the start, we know ‘Riverdale’ isn’t the clean-cut wholesome story that we grew up reading. And that’s what makes it so deliciously enjoyable.
Continue Reading‘Sharknado 5’ just came out, and I’m psyched. While my kids argue over whether it has now gone from so bad it’s too bad or if it’s still in the realm of so bad it’s good, I still love it. Here’s why.
Continue ReadingAs a fan of dystopian fiction, I was eager to read it. However, I’m afraid that my enjoyment of the piece was hindered by several shortcomings that I ultimately could not ignore.
Continue ReadingDear drunk man in the wine bar on Saturday night: Let me introduce you to a concept called casual racism. It lurks in the question of where I’m from.
Continue ReadingTo celebrate the Solar Eclipse on August 21, 2017, I’ve put together a collection of 13 Solar Eclipse Songs to play for your viewing party.
Continue ReadingFree time means boredom. And boredom, properly managed, can lead to creativity. These boredom busters can help pave the path from irritated to creative.
Continue ReadingAdventures in Instant Potting: GeekMoms Karen and Nivi join forces to bring you ‘Hamilton’-themed recipes for your Independence Day weekend.
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