ConnectiCon: Gamin’, Cosplay, and Shows
Once again, ConnectiCon provided Rebecca Angel and her son with a weekend of games and entertainment.
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Author: Rebecca Angel
Rebecca Angel was one of those kids that put the dragon book on top of her pile in the hopes that someone would say, "Hey, I'm into that stuff too!" Alas, she had to wait until she was an adult to find fellow geeks. Luckily, she married one and their kids are too. A music teacher by day, Rebecca is also a lover of tea, science literacy, funky tights, RPGs, anime, manga, comics, fantasy books and movies.
ConnectiCon Decade
Rebecca Angel has been attending ConnectiCon, a multi-genre convention, for a decade. As a musical guest, to playing games with her children, it has always been a memorable weekend of fandom and fun.
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Apocalyptic Summer Reads
Sitting on a beach, reading tales of humanity’s destruction. Sound good to you? Rebecca Angel has a list of great apocalyptic novels for you.
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Self Care Vs Lazy Parent
Daily self care seems like being a lazy parent, but at what point is a break absolutely necessary? Do we have to wait until it’s doctor’s orders?
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Not Just ‘Hamilton’: Broadway Geekery
Hamilton is a history geeks dream come true, but what other Broadway shows have nerdy, quirky, and geeky themes?
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Procrastination Destination: Meditation
Take a mental vacation by yourself or with your kids by meditating. Yes! Meditation will give you superpowers, or at least give you an excuse to curse in the most relaxed way possible.
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Food Allergy? Intolerance? Disease? Sensitivity?
Rebecca is intolerant of gluten, probably has celiac disease, doesn’t have any food allergies, but is sensitive to dairy. What the heck does that all mean?
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I Hate Passwords
Do you hate creating and remember passwords? So do most of us. But what are the alternatives?
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Procrastination Destination: Weaving Geek
Take a break to check out cool people who knit, crochet, and weave geeky elements into it all.
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‘Science Comics’: ‘Coral Reefs’ and ‘Dinosaurs’
Kids will be engaged and enjoy learning about dinosaurs and coral reefs with ‘Science Comics.’
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Geek Prom
Prom was pretty boring years ago, but now students are putting geeky touches on every aspect of prom season.
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Faith Erin Hicks Interview for ‘The Nameless City’
Faith Erin Hicks is one of the stars of today’s graphic novel scene. Here is an interview about her latest creation, ‘The Nameless City,’ an action-adventure story set in ancient Asia.
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Procrastination Destination: Earth Day!
Even superheroes know the environment is worth saving. Take a break, laugh with John Oliver, learn the science of climate change, and enjoy our beautiful world.
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Apple, Hello Kitty, and Me
What do a computer company, a Japanese cat, and a GeekMom have in common? They’re all turning forty this year! Find out what other geeky things and people share Rebecca Angel’s birthday year of 1976.
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Kefir DIY: Yummy Food Science
Kefir is like yogurt, but better. Even your youngest can help make a delicious and healthy drink while learning about science!
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Procrastination Destination: Musical Science, Beauty, and Invention
What do gravitational waves and a cappella have in common? Take a break to find out! Here are some fun and inspiring musical links for you and your kids.
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HiddlestonFest
Being a Tom Hiddleston fangirl keeps Rebecca Angel sane and she’s not alone. She recently watched ‘The Night Manager’ and ‘Crimson Peak’ with other Hiddle-obsessed friends.
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Delilah Dirk’s Second Adventure!
Join GeekMom for an interview with Tony Cliff, the author of ‘Delilah Dirk and the King’s Shilling,’ the second swashbuckling adventure. We chat about the action, the friendships, and the fashion of the new graphic novel.
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First Second Press: 10 Years Of Great Graphic Novels
Rebecca honors First Second’s 10 year anniversary with an ode to her favorites of the publisher’s graphic novels.
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Repopulate! Keeping Your Gut Healthy On Antibiotics
When you or your child are on antibiotics, your gut can really take a beating. Learn how to keep healthy!
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