The mino™: “Don’t Outrun Your Shoes”
The mino™ running shoe timer is perfect for avid runners who wear out several pair of running shoes per year. Pick one up with your next pair of runners!
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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.
Color Cables: Glow-in-the-Dark, Device-Charging Convenience
Color Cables are inexpensive, brightly colored, glow-in-the-dark alternatives to your factory charge-and-sync cables.
Continue ReadingApril Fool’s Day Fun Brought to You by the Google Maps App
Google Maps celebrates April Fool’s Day with a worldwide Pokémon hunt! Are you joining in? Let us know how you’re doing!
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Groovy Lab in a Box: Review, Interview, Coupon Code, and Giveaway!
Groovy Lab in a Box is a subscription box program that brings numerous STEM-focused activities to your elementary-school-aged children every month. Our family loved it, I’m sure yours will too.
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Product Review: id America TouchTone Bluetooth Speaker
GeekMom Patricia reviews the id America TouchTone portable Bluetooth speaker, a capable speaker at a great price.
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Denver Mini Maker Faire May 2-4, 2014: Calling All Front Range Makers!
If you are a Maker based in the Front Range and you haven’t submitted your application to participate in the Denver Mini Maker Faire, you have until March 16 to do so!
Continue ReadingApp Review: Adventure Time: Card Wars for iOS and Android
GeekMom Patricia reviews the latest Adventure Time app for iOS and Android devices.
Continue ReadingPinbusted or Pintrusted: Moleskin Underwire Bra Repair
In this installment of Pinbusted or Pintrusted, Patricia investigates using moleskin to repair an underwire bra.
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5 Itty Bitty Housework Hacks to Save Time and Money
Presenting 5 small, subtle housework hacks that I have come to rely on over the years.
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Review: Adventure Time: The Complete Third Season
If you’re a fan of the Cartoon Network series, you’ll be excited to know that the Season 3 DVD set is out now!
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Product Review: WeatherFlow Wind Meter for iOS and Android
This smartphone anemometer device is inexpensive, rugged, and perfect for those who require timely, accurate wind measurements for their favorite outdoor activities.
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Product Review: PEAR Sports Smart Training System for Android and iOS
The PEAR Mobile Training Intelligence System is the first app/accessory system I’ve tried that does more than simply regurgitate a heart rate, location, or pace: it will collect, record, and customize workout data.
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Review: JBL Synchros S700 Headphones Tested with Beastie Boys
Just how good is the JBL PureBass sound quality? GeekMom used a song by the Beastie Boys to find out.
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Melissa Wiley’s Downton Abbey Season 4, Episode 6 Recap
Dish about last night’s Downton Abbey episode—complete with the Pigs with a capital P—over at Melissa Wiley’s blog!
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Benedict Cumberbatch Shines in Sesame Street Short!
Our favorite Sherlock, Khan, and Smaug works on a simple math problem with Murray-arty and The Count!
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Our DIY Adventure Time Birthday Party
Does your child want an Adventure Time birthday party? You can do a DIY party easily and cost-effectively.
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Open Letter to The Weather Channel II: Is This a Weather War?
Dear Weather Channel, you’re going to have to up your game if you want my viewership back.
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9 Regional Weather Terms You May or May Not Know
Is it “hurricane”, “typhoon”, or “tropical cyclone”? Read on to learn about this and other regionally-inspired weather terms.
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Beyoncé Speaks Out on Gender Equality: Let’s Hope People Listen
Singer and actress Beyoncé Knowles-Carter gets her feminist on for the The Shriver Report.
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Melissa Wiley’s Downton Abbey Season 4, Episode 1 Recap
Are you craving GeekMom Melissa Wiley’s Downton Abbey recaps? Look no further than her personal blog for a discussion of this week’s two hour U.S. season premiere!
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