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Author: Patricia Vollmer

Patricia Vollmer is the proud mother of two sons, ages 16 & 18, who are as geeky as she is. She's been writing for the Geek Family Network since 2011. She is a meteorologist who works for the U.S. Air Force in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Hobbies include running, despite no one chasing her, sharing her love for Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars, and exploring the world with her boys. Ask her why the sky is blue at your own risk.

Enter to Win! Clarence: Mystery Piñata DVD with Your Very Own Piñata!

February 23, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer12

To celebrate Clarence: Mystery Piñata DVD this month, enter to win your own copy of the DVD along with a real piñata for your next party!

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Join GeekMom for the Oscars Sunday Night

February 20, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Join Rachel and Patricia for an Oscars chat this Sunday night!

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Gut-what? How to Tell Dew from Guttation

February 18, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer

When the excess rain saturates the ground, plant life will adapt accordingly. One of the ways some plants will adapt to the excess available moisture is through a process known as guttation.

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101 Dalmatians Diamond Edition Blu-ray is Packed Full of History

February 9, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Patricia had the chance to take a sneak peek at the 101 Dalmatians Diamond Edition combo pack. The awesome bonuses are worth seeing!

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Clarence: Mystery Piñata – A Cartoon Network Home Run

February 9, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Clarence: Mystery Piñata DVD features thirteen 11-minute episodes starring Cartoon Network’s most optimistic main character.

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Why is the Sky Blue Here, Not There?

February 8, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer14

GeekMom Patricia answers questions about why the sky is so much more blue in the western United States.

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Living the Lefty Life in a Righty World

February 5, 2015December 15, 2017Patricia Vollmer28

Patricia rants about how many kitchen gadgets and appliances are designed expressly for right-handers.

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7 Reasons Why Clickbait Sucks: #4 Will Blow Your Mind!

January 31, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer2

Patricia rants about reasons why clickbait is annoying, and you’ll never want to use the Internet again!

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Should We ‘Dilute the Kool-Aid’ When Answering Kids’ Science Questions?

January 26, 2015February 5, 2021Patricia Vollmer

GeekMom Patricia has a term for watering down answers to kids’ “Why” questions: Diluting the Kool-Aid.

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Get on the Glitter-for-Enemies Bandwagon!

January 16, 2015December 2, 2017Patricia Vollmer2

Did ShipYourEnemiesGlitter.com crash for you? Don’t worry, we found several copycat sites that claim to do the same thing.

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Happy Holidays from the GeekMoms!!!

December 25, 2014November 22, 2017Patricia Vollmer

The GeekMoms wish you and yours a Happy Holiday!

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Enter to Win Adventure Time: Finn the Human on DVD!

December 15, 2014November 22, 2017Patricia Vollmer13

Enter by Dec. 21st for your chance to win a copy of Adventure Time: Finn the Human on DVD!

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Celebrate Finn the Human with the Latest Adventure Time DVD

November 24, 2014December 15, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Just in time for the holidays, Adventure Time: Finn the Human brings nearly 3-hours of Finn fun!

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Watch Al Roker Attempt to Make History With #Rokerthon

November 12, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer

NBC’s Al Roker is trying to break the 33-hour Guinness World Record for weather broadcasting. Will he be able to do it?

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Disney’s Moana Promises Adventure and Beauty

October 22, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Disney Animation Studios released some information about their upcoming film Moana and GeekMom Patricia can’t wait! But she will have to wait over 2 years.

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Review: Pee-wee’s Playhouse Seasons 1-5 on Blu-Ray

October 20, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Pee-wee’s Playhouse: The Complete Series on Blu-Ray will be released on October 21st and features all 45 episodes of the cult classic children’s television series.

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Book Review: Adventure Time: The Art of Ooo

October 15, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer

GeekMom Patricia lets you in on the beautiful hardcover book Adventure Time: The Art of Ooo, to hit bookstores and online retailers on October 14th.

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Halloween 2014: Repurpose Jeans & Shoes for a Funny Trick

October 14, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Repurpose your kids’ old jeans and shoes for a funny Halloween “trick” for your yard.

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Product Review: Oregon Scientific Weather@Home Bluetooth Weather Station

September 15, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer1

The Oregon Scientific Weather@Home station is an affordable geeky gift for anyone who might want to be more in tune with atmospheric conditions.

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Memories of 9/11: A Military Member’s Perspective

September 11, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Where we were in 9/11 have become such fixtures in our memories.

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