Boredom Busters: The Path to Creativity
Free time means boredom. And boredom, properly managed, can lead to creativity. These boredom busters can help pave the path from irritated to creative.
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Author: Nivi Engineer
“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love has always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it, always.” – Mahatma Gandhi (from the movie, Gandhi)
‘Hamilton’-Themed Recipes: Adventures in Instant Potting
Adventures in Instant Potting: GeekMoms Karen and Nivi join forces to bring you ‘Hamilton’-themed recipes for your Independence Day weekend.
Continue Reading‘Cursed Child’ Chat: What Could Have Been
A discussion with Larry Brenner, screenwriting professor at Spalding University, about ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ and what it could have been.
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Yamaha Rydeen Drum Kit Rocks
If you’re looking for a high quality starter drum kit, the Yamaha Rydeen kit is quite nice, though assembly can be a challenge.
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Newton’s Laws of Kid Motion
To prepare you for the onslaught of the non-stop presence of your children, keep in mind these three laws of childrendom, as paraphrased by Sir Isaac Newton himself.
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How to Spell and Dispel Racism
Spelling Bee Champion Ananya Vinay faced casual racism during an interview with CNN. While the news anchor’s racist comment was not mean-spirited, it did point out an inherent problem with stereotypes.
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Wonder Woman Eats: A Collection of Wonder Woman Recipes for Wonder Woman Day
Excited about the upcoming Wonder Woman movie? Why not express your joy through food? We’re here to help. Here are some Wonder Woman recipes to try.
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I Didn’t Refinance: Here’s Why
We had the opportunity to refinance our loan a few months back but didn’t do it. Over time, the terms of the deal changed, and we decided to walk away.
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Star Wars Recipe List: Adventures in Instant Potting
Whether you’re sneaking past Storm Troopers or destroying the Death Star, a humanoid’s gotta eat. Here are some Instant Pot recipes to help celebrate the 40th Anniversary of ‘Star Wars IV: A New Hope’ or to add the power of the Force to any day.
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DIY: Create a Fabric Book Cover
There are websites where you upload your materials and receive a professional-looking book or album. But if you work last minute, it’s possible to procrastinate and still produce a beautiful bound book.
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Dear Instant Pot
Maybe it’s because you, a kitchen appliance, were a birthday gift. Or perhaps it’s the fact that you’ve been hyped up more than the Super Bowl. But I have to confess, Instant Pot, that I’m just not in love with you.
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‘Not Parent Approved’: An Abundance of Fart Jokes
To be honest, my twelve-year-old’s assessment probably describes it best: “It’s like ‘Apples to Apples’ with fart jokes.”
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Amar Chitra Katha – Revisiting Indian Comic Books
I grew up reading comic books but not the usual sort. I am neither a Marvel nor a DC comics girl. Nope, I’m a fan of ACK: Amar Chitra Katha.
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The Magic of Cards
Spring break meant a lot of cards for my kids…and though initially it was irritating, in the end, it was absolutely magical!
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License Plate Game International
In the past, I wrote about a game my family likes to play whenever we’re out and about—our own convoluted version of the License Plate Game. Recently, we made up a new international version of the game.
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10 Things To Do On Pi Day: Snow Day Edition
It’s Pi Day. It’s also a snow day for many kids across the Northeast. So, how do you combine these two events? Let us make a few suggestions!
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GeekDad Family Game Madness
What if, in an effort to teach kids about how brackets work, to gear them up for future NCAA brackets, or just to have something fun to do if you’re not so into watching basketball, there were a bracket of a different sort. Presenting, the GeekDad Family Game Madness Bracket.
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How To Shift ‘Mom’s’ Work To Kids
In our house, it’s all about who’s got the time to help out (it’s really rather communist around here—from each according to his abilities, to each according to his need).
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Don’t Worry: Fantastic Parenting and How to Achieve It
Newt knows his beasts, offers them a safe and comfortable home, accepts them for who they are, and works with them to succeed. He strives to make the world a place that is more accepting of them.
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Defending Our Icons: From Padmavati to Wonder Woman
If an icon represents core beliefs of goodness in humanity, then surely it is not only the right but the responsibility of man to defend it.
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