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From Skywalker to Solo
A Journey to Womanhood There are many theories regarding when, exactly, a girl truly becomes a woman. Is it her first training bra, first period, the first time she has sex? I say ‘Nay!’ to all of that. I subscribe to the ‘Skywalker to Solo Theory.’ Here’s the what: As I have mentioned many a…
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30 Days of Nerdy Hair
Day 18: Padme Amidala from Star Wars: Episode II: Attack of the Clones I know, I know. You’re thinking ‘she calls herself the Nerd in the City and she chooses hair from the prequels?’ But have no fear, Leia is still on the way. And guess what, whatever the prequels are to you, they still…
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I Like It and I Don’t Care What You Think!
Here’s the thing… I like Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. Spike TV was having a marathon last weekend… as usual. And possibly in lieu of the 30th anniversary of Return of the Jedi. And sure… it’s a weak installment in the canon and I could write a list of things that didn’t work…
30th anniversary, bad ass, Clone Wars, Costumes, Darth Maul, Darth Vader, Episode I, Episode VII, extended universe, foreshadowing, Jedi counsel, John Williams, marathon, original trilogy, prequels, Qui-Gon Jinn, Return of the Jedi, Spike TV, Star Wars, Star Wars Christmas Special, the Phantom Menace -
Star Trek Into Darkness
Warning: This post contains spoilers. Star Trek Into Darkness is an amazing follow up to J.J. Abram’s 2009 Star Trek. It has everything you want and expect from something holding the illustrious title of Star Trek. But at the same time… this ain’t your daddy’s Trek. It’s updated and modern in all the right ways…
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Nerdy Grooms
The groom often gets bypassed in the small details because… let’s face it… men don’t dream about their wedding day from the tender age of 5. The nerdy groom especially, because of the nature of fancy black tie weddings. But here are some examples of grooms who have gotten to let their nerd flag fly…
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My Nerdy Valentine
Do you have a nerd in your life that you want to send some love to? Do you have trouble speaking the same language as them? Try these nerdy valentine’s. No matter what their nerd persuasion is, they are sure to find appreciation in each and every one! For the Potter fans: For the Lost…
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Spaghetti Brain
There is a book called “Men are Like Waffles, Women are Like Spaghetti” by Bill and Pam Farrel. It’s basically a look at the different ways men and women think. And the second I heard the theory, my brain made a little more sense. Here’s the gist: Men are like waffles because they are better…
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The Perfect Valentine
Boyfriend have I not. But I did receive the most perfect Valentine from one of my kids who so clearly knows me well! How cute is that!!! Best Valentine ever!
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Clean watching
Star Wars, Star Trek, Doctor Who, Harry Potter, The Chronices of Narnia, Lord of the Rings… all beloved sci-fi/ fantasy film/tv/books. And every single one almost completely devoid of salacious sex, drugs and harsh cursing. Is there such a thing to be found these days? It is rare to say the least. Sure… there’s the…
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30 Days of Nerdy Hair
Choose Your Fave I took a few momemts and went through every style. And my top favorites were: 5. Princess Leia buns 4. Robin Sparkles from HIMYM 3. Cleopatra 2. Willie from Indiana Jones 1. Rapunzel from Tangled Here’s a recap: 1-10 11-20 21-30 Bonus days 1-3 What was your favorite? I’d love to hear!!…
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