Family Archives

Dear Parents, Still Feeling Exhausted Is Normal Right Now

September 23, 2021September 23, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses how emotional exhaustion right now is still so very normal.

What Is a Hidden Mickey, Anyway?

September 21, 2021September 20, 2021Sarah Pinault

Looking for a quick, simple game to play with your youngsters? ‘Hiding Mickeys’ becomes more than a game in this house of Disney fanatics and for those who are simply Disney adjacent.

Changing of the Geek Flag

September 18, 2021September 17, 2021Sarah Pinault

As a child turns 12, GeekMom Sarah waxes poetic on her own evolution from 12-year-old geek to 40-year-old GeekMom.

A Vision Therapy Update

September 5, 2021September 4, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth gives an update on her vision therapy journey.

Paw Patrol: The Movie You Really Need in 2021

August 25, 2021August 24, 2021Sarah Pinault

Who knew? Paw Patrol The Movie lives up to expectations for these kids, and exceeds expectations for their parents. Not a bad way to spend 90 minutes.

Are You Toy Enough? Toy Story Talent Show Game

August 24, 2021August 23, 2021Sarah Pinault

Can’t get to the carnival this year? Compete in the ‘Toy Story Talent Show’ game from Funko, in a game of friendly challenges and cards to collect prize tickets.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phase Two

August 23, 2021August 22, 2021Sarah Pinault

I find myself enjoying different things watching the MCU through a second time with my son.

Relearn How to Play by Reading ‘The Secrets of LEGO House’

August 10, 2021August 9, 2021Jenny Bristol

Can’t make it to Denmark? ‘The Secrets of LEGO House’ has you covered.

Join us for a Mad Tea Party With Funko Games

July 28, 2021August 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

If you enjoy a good cup of tea, a good card game, or simply enjoy a little bit of insanity with your unbirthday, then Funko has the game for you.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phase One

July 28, 2021July 27, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah attempts to bring the thunder while watching the MCU with her son, but his heart is made only of Iron.

School Is About to Start Again and I’m Not Sure I’m Ready for It

July 17, 2021July 16, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses pandemic fatigue as another not-quite-normal school year starts again.

The Man, The Show, The Monster: ‘Monsters at Work’ With Ben Feldman

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021Sarah Pinault

Another monstrous hit from Disney as we dive deeper into the world of Monsters Inc. GeekMom Sarah chats with actor Ben Feldman, star of the new Monsters at Work series from Disney+

An Interview With LEGO Brickmaster and Artist Nathan Sawaya

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021Karen Walsh

As we start rolling towards the end of the second season of ‘LEGO Masters,’ we supplement our first interview with LEGO Brickmasters Amy Corbett and Jamie Berard with another interesting round of questions with LEGO Brickmaster and ‘The Art of the Brick’ artist Nathan Sawaya.

Taking Sports Mom to a New Level: I Joined My Kid’s Taekwon-Do School

July 3, 2021July 2, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

The beginning of June marks the early end of summer vacation in our area, and with the school year done, I attempted to add a new item to our schedule: I finally joined our kids’ Taekwon-Do school.

Speaking in the Vernacular…Colloquially of Course

June 28, 2021June 28, 2021Sarah Pinault

Twenty years into life in the US, GeekMom Sarah still finds British words to confuse and entertain her family.

How I Learned That Vision Therapy Is an Option for Treating My Lazy Eye

June 20, 2021June 19, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses learning that vision therapy can help with her lazy eye.

Mug-nificent Crafts, Presents, and Family Fun With the Cricut Mug Press

June 16, 2021July 2, 2021Sarah Pinault

Released this Spring, the Cricut Mug Press holds the keys to the hobby you never knew you needed. To the craft you will not be able to stop doing. And to exceptionally punny housewares.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Follow-Up, Almost Three Months In

June 3, 2021June 2, 2021Jenny Bristol

See what we thought of the Leaf’s gardening subscription boxes after the plants had a chance to grow for a while.

Making All Things New With Cricut Maker

June 2, 2021June 1, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah meets a familiar hobby in new ways with the Cricut Maker, and all things vinyl. Taking the next steps in the world of smart cutting machines, what will she cut next?

Gotta Be Done: All Things Bluey

May 26, 2021May 25, 2021Sarah Pinault

Bluey season two is the perfect antidote to lingering 2020 Blues. We’re getting ready with all kinds of crafts, books, and commentary.