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Super Geeky Star Wars Droid Soap Dispensers

by GeekMom on March 10, 2008

I love these! I know I say that a lot, but I really do love these. I found this set of 5 droid “shampoo” dispensers at strapya. For $89.95 USD, you can get the lot, and put one in each bathroom. How cute would that be? Good-bye, fuzzy toilet lid cover. Farewell, traditional bathroom decor. [...]

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March 3 is Girls’ Day, so Happy Hina Matsuri!

by GeekMom on March 3, 2008

Hina Matsuri is one of the prettiest Japanese holidays, in my opinion. I love the pink colors, and the beautifully elaborate doll displays. Also, it’s a nice reminder that spring is on its way! Here is a little bit of information about Hina Matsuri, if you’re wondering what it’s all about. This is from PingMag.jp: [...]

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GeekMom’s Newest Crafty Creation

by GeekMom on February 24, 2008

Hello everyone! Here is a project I worked on this weekend. It combines my love of making jewelry with my love of origami. (Some of you may not know that I am half Japanese, and I love making crafty things.) I really love the florals, swirls, and geometric patterns on traditional origami paper, and I [...]

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My New Favorite USB Device

by GeekMom on January 23, 2008

I love looking at new USB gadgets. It’s amazing the things you can get that run off of USB power right on your desk. You can get a vacuum cleaner, a lava lamp, a Christmas tree, even a robotic USB Stewie from Family Guy. (I’ve put together some of my favorites on this page at [...]

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I like Japanese game shows

by GeekMom on October 18, 2007

I came across this clip from a “Human Tetris” Japanese game show. It is silly and fun, and I think it’s hilarious. What does that say about me? [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84_QL1kEmH4]

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