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Superhero Streamers: Game On Cancer

April 7, 2022April 6, 2022Evil Genius Mum

Anyone can be a superhero for the Game On Cancer campaign. Join in as either a superhero streamer or audience support, and raise funds for cancer research.

Girls Make Games: “Shredded Secrets” for Nintendo Switch

April 7, 2022April 6, 2022Karen Walsh

As a GeekMom, I always love supporting other femme-presenting folks in our geekalicious pursuits which is why when Nintendo reached out and asked if I’d be interested in talking with the founder of Girls Make Games camps, I jumped at the opportunity. In March 2022, Nintendo released Shredded Secrets, a 2D platformer developed by a […]

Logophiles! Coalesce, Consolidate, and Rejoice!

March 31, 2022March 30, 2022Sarah Pinault

Geekmom Sarah pontificates, bloviates, and otherwise evangelizes about her word game of choice, Scrabble. Can the allure of Wordle cause her to reassess her commitment to the cacophony of other word games out there?

2022 Crafting Goals

March 30, 2022March 30, 2022Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah completed some lofty crafting goals in 2021, so just what is planned for 2022? More crocheted animals of course!

A Look Inside My Daytrip Bag

March 23, 2022March 22, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses the contents of her typical day trip bag.

Problems We Must Face in 2022

March 23, 2022March 22, 2022Sarah Pinault

There are real problems to be faced this year, but there are also some pretty unique to 2022 superficial ones that we must learn to face together.

Unexpected Pleasures: ‘Minecraft: Builders and Biomes’

March 1, 2022February 28, 2022Sarah Pinault

Coming late to the game, GeekMom Sarah discovers a love of Ravensburger’s ‘Minecraft: Builders and Biomes’ two years after its release date, but just in time for a re-invigoration of family game night!

Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: “Floating Floors”

February 8, 2022February 6, 2022Evil Genius Mum

Be as quick as a ninja for the Kickstarter launch of ‘Floating Floors’. You do NOT want to miss this tabletop game!

Dear Parents, You May Have to Have Money Conversations With Your Teens Earlier Than You Thought

February 5, 2022February 4, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses some of the financial talks that should happen to prepare your kids for launching into adulthood.

Preparing for a Snow Day

January 30, 2022January 28, 2022Sarah Pinault

There are many things to consider when preparing for a snowstorm. Do you know where your board games are?

Five Books to Read in a Day

January 27, 2022January 27, 2022Sarah Pinault

Covid has me stuck in a reading rut. In the early days I found myself collapsing with a Fresca and some Animal Crossing at the end of each day. Midway through the pandemic times I switched to a movie and crochet project to while away my evenings. While my family all still thoroughly enjoy spending […]

Beating the January Mid-Winter Melancholy

January 16, 2022January 15, 2022Lisa Tate

After the holidays, it is easy to be a little discontent. January is a good time to look back, plan ahead, and enjoy the little things.

Another Vision Therapy Update

January 15, 2022January 14, 2022Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth gives another eye therapy update.

Things That Saved My Life in 2021

December 31, 2021December 30, 2021Sarah Pinault

As you’re getting ready for your New Year’s celebrations, here are a few things that GeekMom Sarah found to save her sanity in 2021.

The Annual Holiday Purge

December 30, 2021December 29, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses getting her kids through the process of letting old stuff go.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phases Three and Four

December 22, 2021December 21, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah reaches the “end” of the MCU with her eleven year old with a very clear favorite.

Dear Parents, It’s Time To Drop the Holiday Tradition of Burning Out

December 11, 2021December 10, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses the burnout a lot of families face during the holiday season.

Video Games During COVID-19: It’s a Family Thing

December 8, 2021December 7, 2021Evil Genius Mum

The research is in from IGEA and Bond University: Video Games have been a good thing during the Pandemic, especially for connecting with family and friends.