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Traci Penrod-McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"Life can throw us many curve balls. When we are faced with challenges, it is with time and attention that healthy development is restored. Families and children can offer one another the most critical resource - the joy they find in their relationships with each other. Working together with support, positive growth and change can lead to happy and emotionally healthy lives.
(402) 509-8565
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Chris Gill
Counselor, MS, NCC, PLMHP
"If you are having a hard time fitting counseling into your schedule, I offer afternoon, evening and weekend appointments. Finding the answers to your problems is something that is within your reach. I would like to help you learn how to take control of your life and regain the happiness you may have lost.
(402) 881-0964
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Judy L Seeman
Counselor, IMHP
"I work with men and women who have been abusive in intimate partner relationships. Most of my clients are court ordered to attend and are very angry and feel that they are being punished by "the system." I have been doing this counseling for over 15 years. I believe that all people can change. Abusive behavior is learned behavior and as learned behavior, it can be changed.
(402) 317-5789
"I believe that within a safe, trust-filled therapeutic relationship, people can decide upon and implement the changes necessary to improve their lives.
(402) 296-8401
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
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Vivian R. Herndon
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, LIMFT
"Is a change too frightening for you? When you realize that the things you've always done just aren't working anymore and a change is needed, it can be unnerving. A tiny pebble can cause a ripple that can alter a beach forever...a small shift in your life can cause a ripple that can create a life-long miracle. I can help. I have more than 20 years of experience guiding individuals and couples to seek the transformations they need to fulfill their lives.
(402) 965-0081
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
"As a psychotherapist, I can assist you in unlocking your innate potential. In our busy lives we tend to lose perspective and neglect caring for the body, mind and spirit. In psychotherapy, you are assessed in a holistic manner using a biopsychosocial approach and together we work on areas of your life that are in need of examination and healing. You will feel safe and supported on your journey and will never be judged for being who you are. I enjoy working with clients from a diverse background and embrace diversity in my practice.
(402) 552-8525
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Ann E Gray
Counselor, MA, LIMHP, CPC, NCC
"If you are looking to figure out how to make a better life for yourself and are committed to personal growth, I am here to help. I have 15 years experience dealing with depression, anxiety, family issues, and mental illness. I like to develop a positive relationship that takes into account your own experiences as well as your goals and dreams. I work with you where you are, and am respectful of what you bring to therapy. I feel that sometimes we all just need a person to talk things out with and you often hold the answers within yourself.
(402) 507-4901
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Crystal Browning-Prince
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PLADC
"I graduated from Metropolitan Community College with an Associates Degree in Applied Science in Chemical Dependency Counseling and am currently working towards my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a minor in Women's Studies at Bellevue University. I am dedicated to making sure you have a positive experience. I hold the client's accountable and allows them to actively participate in the treatment process.
(402) 858-0690
Omaha, Nebraska 68110
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Jason Workman
Counselor, MA, PLMHP, PLADC, CCTP
"Do you want to overcome life issues, traumatic experiences, or simply desire help in reaching your life goals? I would love to help. I have worked with Individuals, adolescents, couples, and parents that have given me the honor to work with them; together we have seen life change for the better. My experience includes working with issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and anger; specializing in grief, tragic loss and trauma. Do you suffer from addiction and want freedom? Services are available such as chemical dependancy evaluations and addiction focused therapy involving individual and group therapy.
(402) 507-4249
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Scotti Thralls
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LIMHP
"I am very interested in helping people who are undergoing a major transition in their life, who may be experiencing anxiety, depression or relationship problems. Having a warm, safe place to discuss your issues is important for your potential growth. Together we can help define your goals for change and growth. No matter your age or place in life, you can replace old fears or negative thinking with new, positive self-messages. If there is anything we know about life, it is that there will always be change. My goal for you is to help make that a positive change.
(402) 395-8203
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Alyson Meadows
Counselor, MS, LIPC
"I enjoy working with a variety of populations, including adolescents, LGBT clients, and couples who wish to strengthen their relationships. I also specialize in domestic violence and sexual trauma and own and operate a batterers' intervention program. In addition, I love to help my clients find their own spiritual path and life purpose, regardless of their religious affiliation. I offer clients a variety of skills with the hope of increasing their sense of self-worth, self-acceptance and deep peace.
(402) 835-6387
Omaha, Nebraska 68132
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Denise Legg
Counselor, MA, PLMHP
"Life is hard. Relationships are difficult. But hope, help, and healing are within your reach. I have been working with individuals and families experiencing a wide array of life issues for over a decade. My goal as a therapist is to provide a caring, compassionate, and confidential setting where an individual, couple, or family can make positive, healthy changes, develop effective and life-changing coping skills as well as improve self-esteem/self-image.
(402) 509-8679
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Paula A Whittle
Psychiatric Nurse, APRN, NP, BC-PMHN
"Sometimes our lives can become overwhelming, stressful, and unmanageable. During this stressful time our coping mechanisms may be unable to maintain our Mental Health. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner I see a wide variety of patients ranging from grief, anxiety, PTSD, and depression to those with bipolar and psychosis. My focus is patient centered, holistic care looking at the whole of the issue not just the symptom. I prescribe medications when indicated to be utilized in conjunction with therapy to restore balance to your Mental Health. I specialize in Women's Health including new mothers and young families with parenting needs.
(402) 764-1728
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Deanna Hanquist
Counselor, MS, LMHP, CEAP, LPA
"Are you searching for a way to put the joy back in your life? Just as we all want happiness, success, and meaningful relationships, we also sometimes feel broken and overwhelmed. Sometimes the events in our lives simply overshadow our ability to cope. This is when I am able to help. I help those who seek solutions to everyday life problems. I work with adults, couples, children, teenagers, and families struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, and life transitions. In addition, I specialize in working with those struggling with adoption issues (both adoptees and parents).
(402) 502-5030
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Marriage & Family Therapist
"I appreciate people who care and are engaged, but may need a little help. We are all intelligent, creative, funny and loving. Sometimes, all you need is help finding that path. I like people who are willing to be open and give it a try. This may look like an individual looking to face changes, or maybe a couple looking to learn how to communicate or find that lost spark. In other cases, this may involve business partners or family members learning how to trust one another. I like to work with people who are willing to do the work.
(402) 807-2071
Omaha, Nebraska 68154
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Vanessa Laskowski
Psychologist, PhD
"I believe we are all on a journey to discover and embrace our best, authentic self. You are the expert on your own experiences and my job is to help you discover those aspects of your life that are working and find more adaptive coping strategies for those that are not. I work to identify your strengths while not ignoring the very real pain or difficulties you are currently experiencing.
(402) 316-1350
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Jess Krzykowski
Psychologist, PsyD
"I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with interests in childhood trauma and its adult manifestations, anxiety and depressive disorders, grief, aging and cognitive impairments. In addition to psychotherapy, I have extensive experience in both psychological and neuropsychological testing and utilize the results of these examinations to provide diagnostic clarification as well as inform plans for treatment. I graduated from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology and have worked with a variety of individuals experiencing a range of presenting issues including psychological ramifications of medical illnesses, adjustment, mood, psychotic, and substance abuse disorders, and chronic and persistent major mental illness.
(402) 603-4687
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Laura Pryor
Counselor, LIMHP, LPC, PLADC
"Are you feeling lost, or like you don't belong? Does life seem to be passing you by -- and the activities and interests you once loved no longer seem to be bringing you joy? I offer help to solve the challenges of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and unhealthy relationships. If you're looking to achieve a sense of balance in your life and to enjoy your life more, I can help.
(402) 620-6838
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Claire (Perry) Cunningham
Counselor, LMHP, LMFT, LPC
"I believe that therapy is a chance to grow and develop holistically in an environment where every individual is honored and respected. I am trained in community counseling and marriage & family therapy, with specialized training in family systems conceptualizations. I have worked with with individuals ranging across the lifespan, as well as college students, and marital/premarital couples. I work with a variety of issues including, depression, anxiety, forgiveness work, life transitions and struggles, marital discourse, etc. I assess each individual and family holistically, looking at the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual influences.
(402) 783-1313
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Kari L Fenton
Counselor, LIMHP, MSCC, MSHS
"Everyone is welcome regardless of life's circumstances. I am passionate and committed to serving all individuals whether you are dealing with severe mental illness or going through the heartache of a break-up. Nobody's pain or suffering is insignificant and I will stand by you through the process of regaining control of your life as well as discovering your authentic self. I serve male and female clients, alike. My treatment approach is based on each individual client's needs as I know each human being is unique.
(402) 686-7648
Omaha, Nebraska 68104
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For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Omaha you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Omaha and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Omaha or family therapy in Omaha.
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When it comes to treatment methods, there's no "right way". A couples counselor or a family counselor may use different treatment methods depending on the one that works best for you.
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Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.


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4 Things That Are Absolutely, Unconditionally Not To Blame For Mitt Romney's Loss
Whenever a candidate loses an election, the very first thing people typically do is to begin to search for a scapegoat and it's amazing how that particular goat of scape turns out to be whatever bugaboo that the Republican Establishment has already decided is bad for the Party.
With that in mind, it's worth proactively noting a few things that are absolutely, unconditionally not responsible for Mitt Romney's loss.
1) The Tea Party: Not only is Mitt Romney not a "Tea Partier," he's the antithesis of a Tea Party candidate. Yet and still, despite some grumbling and kvetching here and there, Tea Partiers worked very hard to get Romney elected.
2) Paul Ryan: Mitt Romney's campaign was producing a flatline on the enthusiasm scale until he selected Paul Ryan and other than the first debate, his VP selection was probably the most exciting thing that happened during his boring, play-it-safe campaign.
3) Social conservatism: Mitt Romney centered his entire campaign around the economy and only occasionally, very delicately, stuck his toe into the water of social conservatism. Like it or not, Mitt Romney centered his campaign on the economy, the debt, and jobs — and he lost.
4) Conservatism: Mitt Romney is a moderate Massachusetts Republican. In fact arguably, other than perhaps Jon Huntsman, Mitt Romney was the single least conservative candidate in the GOP primary.
As more data from the election comes out, we will start to get a much better idea of what did happen, but in the interim it's worth ruling out what didn't happen.
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Ciara posted a photo on her instagram without make-up on. She looks fabulous!
Rumors have been circulating that Kris Jenner's talk show has been canceled by FOX. Reports of this first came from RadarOnline but Kris was quick to say the rumors are false.
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James Bond movies are all about tone.
They need to be smart, stylish action thrillers with a twist of humour. The way the action, thriller and humour ingredients are mixed determines what kind of Bond film you are going to get. It is a bit like mixing a Bond cocktail.
A lot of humour and you end up with Roger Moore, invisible cars and hover gondolas; a drier twist of humour takes you into classic Sean Connery Bond territory, but get too dry and you end up with Quantum of Solace or License to Kill. There is another secret ingredient that must be used very sparingly - camp. It is that particularly British ingredient that is sprinkled lightly over the classic Bonds. It's like the olive in the vodka martini.
A successful Bond film pulls off the tricky task of balancing that tone.The new Bond film, Skyfall, totally nails it.
It understands how to perfectly balance those ingredients and create the perfect Bond cocktail.
I think there is much to discuss with Skyfall, but here are just a few early thoughts.
It is exciting, fun and very entertaining. It respects and understands the Bond heritage, but takes it to some cool new places. It is at once surprising, but familiar.
It finds a perfect balance between creating a tone and atmosphere reminiscent of the Connery-era Bond films, but makes it feel subtly modern and relevant.
The cast bring a lot of fun. Daniel Craig has relaxed into the role at last, dropping the Zoolander pout and enjoying himself, Judi Dench is as classy and compelling as ever and Javier Bardem creates a beautifully warped and arch villain.
It is also a very British Bond. We have Scotland, a camp villain, the London underground, the rooftops of Whitehall, references to Northern Ireland, Judi Dench reading a Tennyson poem, the National Gallery and a cracked British Bulldog figurine.
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The former New Zealand test player has already made his presence felt; the highlight of his season so far being his 8-38 against Randwick-Petersham - a rout which included the prized scalp of former Australia opener Simon Katich with the final ball.
And even though he'd played in 26 tests and 94 ODIs for the Black Caps, the 34-year-old fast bowler could not hide his delight in having taken his first ''eight-for''.
''I put the ball in what was definitely the right area,'' said Tuffey, who has been signed to a three-year-deal to help train and prepare Bankstown's brigade of young guns.
''It made for interesting times and gave me an opportunity to play against Katich and Cameron Borgas, two first-class cricketers. When I was asked if I had ever taken eight wickets before I said 'nah, it is unfamiliar territory'. It was nice to get Katich out [on the last ball] but unfortunately we couldn't chase down 130. In saying that, we're in the top four for the Sydney grade competition and that's really pleasing.''
The flying Kiwi, who scored a brave 54 to square the 2001-02 test series with England, played down the idea that he was a jet-setter living a life of luxury.
''We get the cheapest flights we can,'' he said. ''We're looking at relocating to Sydney and I was keen to be involved with the local cricket.''
While Tuffey announced his retirement from first-class career in September due to a series of injuries and was was proud of his own achievements.
''I pity the blokes bowling at [Australia skipper] Michael Clarke because he's hitting it like a beach ball at the moment,'' he said.
''I miss it when I look at the calibre of players I played … but it was a fitting time for me to step out. I'm the brand manager for a beer company (Moa Brewing Co) back home and it was a great opportunity because my body wasn't holding up too well to the demands of the game over the last few years.''
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I have a '98 Neon on lease for three years...have had it one year in October I believe. Anyway, on my passenger door, there is a rust spot under the door frame, likely created by a brush with a curb. It's about half a foot long and is only visible if you take the time to look down at that side of the car. I noticed there is a slight dent under the mark as well. Is this something that should be covered under my insurance, am I going to have to pay for it myself? If I dot fix it will it hurt my value a lot when I return the car to get another or get out of leasing all together? Any insight you might have would be greatly appreciated.
Jeff R.
The leasing company will definitely charge you for that. Remember that security deposit you left? Well, they try to find anything they can to not give that back. And something like this, they might send you a bill for. Get an estimate to have it fixed and see where that takes you.
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Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy Big Blastin' Rocket Raccoon This version of Rocket is nice and tall at 10″, and he comes ready in his battle stance. His blaster spins, lights up, and plays sound effects while he yells, "It's Rocket time!" Ages 4 and up. $29.99
Monster Factory Mythicals Monster Factory's adorable collectible plush Mythicals line is set to start shipping mid-November (you can pre-order now). Choose from six mythical creatures that stand almost 11″ high. They're great quality and so much fun. $45
Nerf Zombie Strike Blasters Fight Zombies with Nerf's latest offering of blasters! The Crossfire Blaster is visually appealing with a design that was first seen in last year's Nerf Rebelle Guardian Crossbow. With a range of over 80 feet, it can hold up to four fluorescent green Zombie Strike darts, easily loaded up front, for quick succession firing. The Fusefire is a disc-launcher blaster, and comes with five glow-in-the-dark discs, which can easily be stored in the front of the blaster. You can purchase additional discs separately. $16.06
Playmates TMNT Blimp In the words of my son, the TMNT blimp is "fragile, but still fun." It inflates to 30″ long and can carry all four turtles + a pilot. $25.99
Playskool Heroes Marvel Spider-Man Crane Capture Track Set Spider-Man defeats Electro in this preschool set featuring a Spider-Man figure on a motorcycle, a flat plastic Electro figure, and a playset with a crane. It works together with other Playskool Heroes Action Figure Racing launchers and vehicles. Ages 3-7. $19.99
Plush Treehouse with Animals This is an adorable playset. Five beanbag forest animals fit into a plush carrying-case 12″ treehouse. Great imaginative play for ages 3 and up, perfect to take as an on-the-go toy. $24.99
Rory's Story Cubes MAX If you enjoy regular Rory's Story Cubes, check out the MAX version. These larger cubes are great for large groups or for those with poor eyesight or coordination. Roll the Cubes and begin your story, working each image into the tale. Or use them for brainstorming, creative writing, problem solving, or foreign language learning. The uses are limitless. $19.99
Slackline Slacklining is a great way for kids to build strength, confidence, and balancing skills while having fun. The two-inch-wide nylon webbing extends up to 50 feet; an extra training line to hold on to makes it ideal for slackliners of varying skill levels. Ratchet tensioning is simple to use and to set up. Includes protective tree pads, instruction manual, and carrying bag. For up to 800 lbs. total weight. $69.98
SpruKits Build your own poseable action figures with SpruKits. There are Sprukits for all ability levels. Some take 15 minutes to build and some take 2-3 hours. Everything necessary is right in the kit. No cutting, gluing, or painting is necessary. Characters available in SpruKits include DC Comics characters, Halo Universe characters, and Nicktoons LBX characters. $9.59-34.99
Tegu Magnetic Wood Blocks Sustainably sourced and made from FSC-certified Honduran hardwoods, these magnetic wooden blocks will delight your teen and your baby alike. With magnets completely encased in the wood, stick these babies together in any combination to make your own delightful sculptures. Ranging from very simple sets to more complex systems, there's something for every taste and price range. Price Varies
Thames & Kosmos Electricity & Magnetism Electricity & Magnetism is an experiment kit with block-like circuitry bits you can snap together. A booklet provides sample circuits that teaches the basic principles of electricity and magnetism, of course. After that—or before, if you're not the type of read instructions manuals—you are free to play and create your own circuit designs. $44.99
Thames & Kosmos Remote-Control Machines DLX The Remote-Control Machines DLX is a set of building blocks to construct remote-controlled robots. While there is a certain charm to having building sets of only one type—say, Lego—so that all your sets are interchangeable, I was surprised by how much I appreciated the change of scenery. It was a whole new experience thinking in terms of the pegs and holes design of Thames & Kosmos versus the interlocking bricks design of Lego. $113.48
VTech Go! Go! Smart Wheels Amazement Park Engage in all kinds of great racing play with this extra large playset from VTech. It has three different course options, sound effects, and lots of different vehicles (sold separately). This is a nice, big playset for any little car lovers. Ages 18 months to five years. $59.99
VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch An oversized smartwatch for kids that holds up to 800 photos and 6 minutes of video. The watch comes in several colors and has a voice recorder and some built-in games, but the basic camera is the real draw here. Age 4+, but great for preschool children. $59.99
WowWee Toys MiP Robot MiP is an awesome little robot that uses GestureSense technology for precise control with hand movements. You can also control MiP from your smartphone, and its two-wheel design is so well-balanced and smooth that it's stunning to watch in action. MiP has several different modes for play. It's ages eight and up, and this is one adults will love, too. So. Much. Win. $99.99
Zoomer Dino Zoomer Dino is a next generation interactive toy. This creature responds to motion. He can get angry, chomp his jaws, roar, and chase. His eye color changes with his mood. Pull his tail and he'll rampage! You can tame this touch-sensitive Dino, teach him to perform tricks, follow you, even dance. He balances perfectly. Charges with a USB cable. $105
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I'll admit that I'm a casual gamer. Kingdom Rush and Plants vs. Zombies on my phone have gotten considerably more play than any game on my PC, and at the moment I don't even own a gaming console. However, I've never been tempted by the Facebook games that bug your friends to join you and send you things. There's one game that's overcome that barrier, however, and I'll argue that it has succeeded due to its exuberantly pulp fiction plotting. Pearl's Peril is a Facebook hidden object game (that I play on my iPad) that has held my attention for much longer than any comparable game ever has.
Pearl's Peril has a straightforward structure: in each scene, you find the hidden objects on the list. The faster you do it, the more points you get. It gets a little complicated with game progression: the more points, the faster you progress. But to unlock new scenes you need to build buildings and decorations on your own personal island. There's a limit to how fast you can advance, and you can speed that up considerably if you spend money. This is the only game I have sunk more than $5 into in the last several years, and I've been playing it for over a year now.
For one thing, decorating your island is actually fun in and of itself. You unlock new buildings and decorations as you progress, and they often offer seasonal decorations for limited times. I took advantage of a Halloween special to build a mausoleum with a fiery fountain of doom in front. I've also got a research quad (with an observatory, aviary, library, and greenhouse) and a forest going.
But really, the thing that keeps me playing is Pearl, the heroine, and her adventures. Pearl Wallace is the daughter of privilege. In 1929 she is living in America, flying her own plane, when she gets news that her estranged father has died. They say he committed suicide after the stock market crash, but while they weren't on good terms she's pretty sure he was murdered. She and her journalist friend Iris fly home to her family's island (the one you're decorating) to investigate. Thus begin her adventures that take her all over the world and from the depths of the seas to the peaks of the Himalayas.
There's a lot to love here: for one, Pearl is fully competent and always clothed. That seems like it shouldn't need stating, but a while ago I was jonesing for a new hidden object game, so I downloaded a highly rated one for the iPad. In the first scene you've just survived a plane crash on a creepy deserted island, so of course the first thing you see is a barely clad buxom flight attendant throwing vampy looks your way. Delete. Pearl always wears her flight jacket and is ready for adventures. One scene is from her private room in the zeppelin, and even her intimate space isn't titillating: it's got her dressing gown, but also her diary, college graduation picture, pictures of exotic locales she's visited—no lingerie for her! And while she does have the occasional romantic interest, they never distract her from the plot.
And what a crazy, pulp adventure plot it is! In each scene you start with some dialog between a few characters to advance the plot. Then you can find three clues. After five scenes each chapter ends with an adventure scene where Pearl has to solve some puzzle, enabling the dramatic climax that leads to the next chapter. In over a year of playing she's been to New York, Paris, Africa, Atlantis, Russia, the Himalayas, Oklahoma, been on a submarine, cruise ships, and a zeppelin, attacked by a kraken, forged an aegis, found a pirate cove, etc, etc. Just like the old pulp serials, it can go on forever! Some clues immediately pan out and others wait in the background to resurface many chapters down the road. And amazingly, it stays true to history: every time I've googled some plot element that they mention, it's turned out to be historically accurate: from the Graf Zeppelin's record breaking flights in 1929 to the mystery of Kolchak's gold in Russia after the Soviet Revolution.
And through it all, Pearl is a focused, competent heroine. Usually the dramatic chapter-concluding puzzles involve her doing some engineering to get something to work: smelting gold, fixing the sabotaged control system of a zeppelin, disabling some guards to steal a submarine, that sort of thing. Very MacGyver-y. Although violence happens around her, she rarely resorts to it herself. It's amazing how much plot you can get through using just the few lines of dialog and notes on the clues she finds. And just like the pulps, each character has a very limited range of facial expressions/emotional states: I think Pearl herself only has four expressions: cheerfully competent, winsomely affectionate, frustrated/disgusted, and surprised. But you can go a long way with that in an adventure story; this is the casual gaming equivalent of a magazine serial page-turner.
There is a social aspect to the game, although I don't really take advantage of it. The game often urges you to send energy to your friends on Facebook, even those who don't play. These prompts are pretty easy to ignore. There's also a "Captain's Challenge" section where you do a timed scene and compete against friends to get a high score. I enjoy these, competing against my husband who just picked up the game recently. Everyone plays the same scene during the challenge period, so it's fun to compare. And you can send each other resources, increasing the amount you can play. So if anyone wants to start playing, send me something in the game and I'll happily reciprocate!
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Earlier this month, my family and I were invited to attend an event in New York City to celebrate the release of The Penguins of Madagascar. DreamWorks Animation and 20th Century Fox hosted several bloggers from the area for a great day at the Bronx Zoo followed by a screening of the film, which opens on November 26th.
The weather was a little grim, but my daughter, husband, and I still had so much fun. This was the day after Halloween, so we got to see some of the Boo at the Zoo set up. And my daughter Hannah, who is two-and-a-half, wore her costume. She was a cow; She loves animals and got to see lots of them during the visit.
She also loves the Madagascar movies, especially the third one ("Afro circus, Afro circus, Afro polka dot polka dot polka dot circus!"). This was a huge treat for all of us.
We met up with the group at the Residence Inn Central Park, where we were invited to stay overnight. We were bused up to the zoo (along with Corrina and her kids, who were there for GeekDad—it was great to see them!), and the bus ride was possibly the biggest highlight of Hannah's day. We had a base camp outside of the Dancing Crane Cafe, and the food was pretty delicious. A hot breakfast and a nice lunch were hugely appreciated on the dreary day. And the Penguins even made an appearance!
It took Hannah a chunk of the day to warm up to the penguins, but eventually she did. In fact, by the end of the day she was up there dancing with the penguins.
Despite the chilly rain, we spent the morning seeing the giraffes, the bears, the monkey, the gorillas, and the sea lions. And Hannah got to ride the carousel, which was definitely another highlight. The kid adores carousels.
Then we got a private tour of the penguin paddock, got to see a feeding, and hear some great information about the zoo's penguins.
We all got matching penguin hats (my husband would not be photographed in one for this post):
After lunch all of the bloggers and their families were bused over to the Bronxville Theatre for a special screening of Penguins of Madagascar. I have to say, this was such a fun crowd to see a movie with. All families, the kids were having a great time, and it was just such a nice afternoon. I'm not sure who laughed harder during the movie, the kids or the adults.
We loved the movie. It picks up where Madagascar 3 leaves off, with the penguins (Rico, Kowalski, Skipper, and Private) leaving the circus behind and heading off for more adventure. We get some background on how they become a super covert spy team. They team up with a very slick group of actual professional spies called The North Wind (led by Agent Classified, voiced by the god of the internet Benedict Cumberbatch). John Malkovich voices the bad guy, Dr. Octavius Brine, who has a history with the penguins.
I feel like the Madagascar franchise gets better with each movie, and this solo flight (ha!) with the penguins continues to support my theory. It's goofy and enjoyable for kids, but it's also funny for adults. This is everything you'd expect an entire movie dedicated to the penguins to be, it does not disappoint.
After the movie we were bused back to the hotel for the night. The hotel has two halves, the Residence Inn and the Courtyard by Marriott. We were in the Courtyard side. The rooms were cozy, and Hannah settled herself in immediately.
We grabbed some dinner from Steak 'n Shake around the corner and got even more comfortable. Sometimes the best thing about a night in a hotel is doing things you'd never get away with at home.
It was a great weekend with the family, and the movie is absolutely worth seeing. Take everyone to see it this Thanksgiving!
GeekMom received complimentary access to the event for review purposes.
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So my family and I love Pathfinder. We try to play every Friday night, and we've built up a collection of Pathfinder books along the way. The newest edition to our collection and the Pathfinder rule set is the Monster Codex, and I have to say I am impressed. The Codex is a must have addition to every Pathfinder library and a great Christmas gift for every game master.
For me, one of the most frustrating parts of the game mastering Pathfinder is creating NPC monsters. It's tiresome to outfit monsters and give them reasonable equipment. Often I end up skipping the process and using the bland versions in the bestiary. Of course, one can find a slew of ready made monsters online, but they can often lack finesse and cohesion when you try to work with them as a group. The monster codex is designed to solve that problem.
The Codex takes an in-depth look at twenty different races of monsters, adding pages on their culture, new racial traits, favored classes, feats, spells and magic items. Most importantly, the Codex lays out several different types of NPC for each race and then combines them to create encounters with a variety of CRs for each monster. For me, that alone makes the whole book worthwhile. Nothing frustrates me more than trying to create a CR 8 adventure with orcs. Uggh… Now the chore is as simple as opening the book to the right monster and, if necessary, tweaking a party just a little to fit your needs.
Some of the customizations can be quite entertaining as well.
Read the rest of the post at GeekDad…
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Avast, me Star Wars fans!
Mark Hamill, who will always be best known as Luke Skywalker, will be guest starring in a very special episode of Jake and the Never Land Pirates on Friday. Well, at least his voice will be guest starring.
He's voicing the scurvy pirate ShiverJack, who wants to turn Never Land into his own personal icy domain. Arrrgggh, is right! Not to worry, though. Jake and his crew have Captain Frost on hand to provide a little backup.
This is Hamill's first appearance on the Disney hit, but he's certainly is no stranger to animation. He's done a lot of voice work since his days on Tatooine, but is probably best known as The Joker, since he's voiced Batman's arch nemesis in films, TV shows, and video games.
The "ShiverJack" episode of Jake and the Never Land Pirates will air Friday, November 21, at 9:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on the Disney Channel. For a sneak peek at his creepy, chilly role and the episode, check out GeekMom's exclusive clip below!
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This week, my family and I attended our area's first steampunk event, Sun City Steam Fest, held November 14-15 in El Paso, Texas.
We got suited up for the event (we even created our own steampunk gypsy headpieces), grabbed our modified Nerf gun weaponry, and headed off ready to make a splash among the performers, vendors, and reenactment troupes. When we arrived among the celebration, I came to the embarrassing revelation that my steampunk costuming efforts were incomplete. I had the look, sure enough, but as others introduced themselves and asked who I was, they weren't looking for my "everyday" title; they wanted to know the story of my steampunk alter ego.
I didn't have one.
The steampunk culture, as I've come to learn over time, is more than just cosplay. It is strongly embedded in history, classic literature, art, science fiction, and fantasy. Steampunk cosplayers don't just dress to impress; they become completely emerged in their alter egos. While other forms of cosplay draw primarily from pre-established characters, these steampunk personae not only incorporate an original look, they often come with their own monikers and one-of-a-kind back stories.
The festival itself was held in the city's historic downtown area, which has its own share of Old West history, creating an ideal setting for the event. The first evening's kick-off tea was at the local paranormal society headquarters, Ghosts 915. It's housed in a historic saloon and brothel, which is said to still be haunted by its former patrons. Saturday's events were at a chic nightclub called Tricky Falls, a restored circa-1914 Henry C. Trost-designed theater, which is currently on the National Register of Historic Buildings. These hosting venues were joined by area steampunk and cosplay groups, The Clockwork Rebellion and Coyote's Fortune, in creating the festival. This provided a lot of material with which the area steampunk community could utilize.
I took advantage of this rich pool of characters to get some advice on finding and developing my own steampunk persona.
Vendor "Dr. Robert Hatter," purveyor of custom steampunk guns, said to "look into military names or other titles." Also, try to move yourself up in rank or status. If you're a Mr. or Ms., go by Doctor or Professor.
Clockwork Rebellion member "Oeil De'Blanc" made use of a second language to give his persona a more exotic edge. His name, French for "white eye," refers to a prominent facial feature he sports. He said it helps to "read up" on the genre. Dig into some steampunk books and stories and see what's out there. He said it's also fine for steampunk cosplayers to work on more than one alter ego, and added his wife has more than one. For the day I attended, she was "Nikki Bolt," top mechanic for an airship originally built by her father.
I learned that the difference between just a pretty costume and a well-developed character is what you don't see. Some seasoned characters will give you a story worth hearing.
Another Clockwork Rebellion member, who went by "Bonnie Black Donnie O'Irish," said he's a history buff, and that his character is the product of an incredibly-detailed alternate history created for El Paso. Part of this history (if I have it all correct) dealt with the city not taking part in World War I, due to it being invaded by Mexico in 1916. The name "O'Irish," he said, is a phrase for someone who puts on fake Irish airs or uses a false accent. Donnie's companion for the day was "The Priestess Lilith," who said she blended several mystic elements, including voodoo, to bring her character to life.
Members of Coyote's Fortune, who present workshops on character development and prop-making at cons around the region, explained a good character is like a real-life person; always changing and developing. "Sonya Tyburn the Dragonslayer," for example, started out as a simple mercenary, while "Captain Arcko Bancroft" is s crypto zoologist who continues to develop bigger and better means of capturing and studying mythical beasts.
Finally, whether or not the steampunk culture is part of a person's everyday passions, they can still build a simple and believable character by drawing from their real-life experiences. A few I met included:
Viola Penelope O'Donnell. A character whose name was inspired by the family of her real-life alter ego. Both her grandmothers were "Viola" (one's first name and the other's middle name), and her cousin was Penelope.
Rev. Henry The Eighth. Henry is an ordained reverend in real life, who runs haunted history tours with Ghost 915. This worked well for his daughter's persona, Gerll Sutcliff, a ghost hunter.
Baron Günter Von Nethen. The Baron's character was a German airship captain who, after losing his troops in battle, was "banished" to the badlands of the borderland, where he is currently stationed. This was an easy choice, as the Baron's real-world counterpart is an actual member of the German Air Force.
I do feel sufficiently armed with enough data to successfully put together a worthy steampunk persona. Alas, for my own alter ego, I'm currently following the path mentioned by the Dragonslayer…it's a work in progress.
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My 8-year-old niece and I were sitting for a few minutes waiting for her sister to finish up. Before she could sigh in frustration, I handed her Unbored Games and told her to open it to a random page. Now this was taking a huge chance. The book is chock full of instructions, illustrations, and easy to follow guides to over 70 games, but they aren't all indoors, under ten minutes, and for two people to play. Luckily, she opened up to a page detailing a few hand-clapping games. Perfect! We learned some silly rhymes, and tried to keep a rhythm together with snaps and claps. By the time her sister was ready, we were both laughing.
Unbored Games by Joshua Glenn and Elizabeth Foy Larsen begins with a rundown of why games are important. That's right! Games aren't just something to fill the time, or only do at parties. All their reasons are legit, but I like these three the best:
"Gaming encourages you to develop skills and expertise, by practicing something over and over. More importantly, gaming challenges you to teach yourself how to do something."
"Gaming teaches you that your environment is modifiable. You realize that everyday life is a puzzle to be solved: the more difficult the obstacles, the more fun you'll have figuring out how to beat them."
"Jumping in and making mistakes is the fastest way to learn how to play a game. Not worrying about being perfect, and just trying your best, is known as 'fun failure.'"
The book is divided into four chapters:
PWNAGE: This is what most people think of as games, like board games, back-of-the-classroom fun, and dice and card rules. But there are also "secret rules" games, app recommendations, and more.
HOMEGAMES: Whether for a simple family night or a big party, there is entertainment in these pages. There are even games for the car. I especially enjoyed the section on croquet. My family plays croquet often (really!), and the variations mentioned look intriguing.
GAME CHANGERS: These aren't your typical ones. Online activities to fight climate change, "guerrilla kindness" in your neighborhood, and a list of cooperative board games to mention a few. I really liked the outdoor, big group game "Survive! Predator and Prey."
ADVENTURE GAMES: The final section has plenty of ideas to create your own fun indoors or out. There are photographic instructions on how to build a rocket, for example. And a whole section on LARP (Live Action Role Playing).
Within each chapter of the book are short histories of gaming, and suggestions on how to modify, vary, or hack any and all the games presented. The illustrations are in a likable, quirky style, and all the instructions are clear.
Regardless of age, there are games in the book that will interest anyone. Whether you work with kids, have kids, or are a kid yourself, I recommend Unbored Games!
Geekmom received a copy for review purposes.
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In the book, Barbie is creating a game. Some have taken umbrage with the fact that it is the stereotypical sort of game with cute fluffy animals that typifies what society thinks girls are into. This didn't bother me so much. While I may be the Halo master in my house, my daughter certainly likes the cute fluffy animal games, so whatever. People also nitpicked about the heart shaped flash drive but I have something similar, so stop judging.
It was the part of the book where Barbie giggles and explains that she is only designing the game and she needs the boys to come in and actually do the work. I could go on about the stupidity of the information presented, or the offensive idea that girls only care about design, music collections, and pillow fights, but plenty of others have dissected this book online.
The real issue is that Barbie had an opportunity here. Mattel has extraordinary resources, both financial and collaborative, and could have partnered with a myriad of women in tech who know what they are talking about to produce a book that would have sold out. It would have been a best seller. It could have made a huge impact. It could have been as socially responsible and empowering as Barbie says they are. It was the perfect chance to create a catalyst between computer engineering and Barbie fans, showing that technology and femininity are not mutually exclusive. And they failed. They failed at something that should have been obvious and achievable.
Today, Barbie issued this apology:
The Barbie I Can Be A Computer Engineer book was published in 2010. Since that time we have reworked our Barbie books. The portrayal of Barbie in this specific story doesn't reflect the Brand's vision for what Barbie stands for. We believe girls should be empowered to understand that anything is possible and believe they live in a world without limits. We apologize that this book didn't reflect that belief. All Barbie titles moving forward will be written to inspire girls imaginations and portray an empowered Barbie character.
In my opinion, PR Barbie and Product Design Barbie should be ashamed. 2010 is NOT THAT LONG AGO. While it's doubtful they will pull the book, the Internet ( as usual) is fixing it or remixing it.
Whether or not Barbie is able to repair the damage they have done to public trust, there are other options for girls to express their interest in programming like through the workbooks from Hello Ruby, playing with Robot Girl Lottie, and participating in The Hour of Code.
There are so many programs, toys, experiences, and mentors available. My hope is that Barbie will take this situation and do what women actually do when they are faced with a challenge. Instead of handing it off to the boys, they will apologize, learn from their mistake, and then rise to evolve and adapt.
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Fan of Nintendo since childhood? Expert button masher when it comes to fighting games? Stop reading now and go get Super Smash Bros. for Wii U! But if you're not a lifelong Nintendo fan or fighting game aficionado, keep reading to learn all about the frenzied fun in the latest installment in the Smash Bros. franchise.
Super Smash Bros. pits over 40 of Nintendo's famous (and some not-quite-famous) characters against each other in one epic fighting game. Mario, Luigi, Link, Pikachu, and even Sonic the Hedgehog join Little Mac (Punch Out!), Shulk (Xenoblade Chronicles), Captain Falcon (F-Zero), and more. Chances are if you have a beloved Nintendo character from years gone by, they're in Super Smash Bros.
There are also characters to unlock, and you can even use your Mii to create a custom character with your preferred fighting style.
Up to 8 players can join in the fun thanks to the variety of compatible game controllers available. Not only do the standard GamePad and your old Wiimotes work, you can even drag your vintage GameCube controllers out of the closet and hook them up with the new GameCube Controller Adapter for Wii U. You can even use your Nintendo 3DS if you have Super Smash Bros. for that system.
We have been using a mix of our vintage GameCube controllers and the new Super Smash Bros. Edition GameCube controllers along with the GamePad and Pro Controller. No single controller has the advantage, but the GameCube controllers do make it easier to remember which buttons are the attack and Smash buttons.
Start Smashing!
I haven't cracked an instruction book open in years, but after trying to jump in to a three-player melee with no clue of how to play for the first time, we ended up flipping through it for the basic character moves. (The official web site also offers a robust How to Play section.) Once you get the hang of the controls, the fun really begins. Use your character's unique moves to jump, punch, kick, and yes, smash your opponents off the stage to win.
You can also grab special items for big damage or to summon even more allies to join in the fray.
The game also includes a variety of challenges and mini-games to keep the fun going even if you don't have anyone to play against. But if it's a worthy opponent you're looking for, you can always take on a new foe (or friend): the amiibo!
At launch, you can use 12 amiibo figures to fight with you or against you in Super Smash Bros. Once you tap the amiibo on the GamePad, the figure appears in game. Amiibo characters level up the more they battle and can be customized to your preferred fighting style.
Bottom Line
So what's the verdict? "Intensely amazing!" declares my 10-year-old neighbor. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U is chaotic, frenetic, button mashing, super smashing fun. There's something for any level of fighting game mastery, from just button mashing to get through a round with friends to fighting for trophies, completing challenges, creating your own stages and Mii characters, and going online to battle.
That's a lot to pack into one game. It's so much that Nintendo released a thirty-minute video telling you everything you've ever wanted to know about Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U is available November 21, 2014, for a suggested retail price of $59.99. Various amiibo figures are also available for a suggested retail price of $12.99 each.
GeekMom received a promotional copy of the game, a Mario amiibo, GameCube controllers, and the adapter for review purposes.
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Is there a tech-savvy or gadget-happy individual on your gift list this year? Look no further than our recommendations for geeky gadgets!
ASUS Transformer Book You want the versatility of a tablet but the typing ability and full desktop use of a laptop, but can only afford one or the other? This product is a good choice. Price Varies
Color Cables Color Cables are vibrant 3- or 6-foot cables with a glow-in-the-dark coating. Available in iOS 30-pin, iOS Lightning, and MicroUSB, you'll find that the price is right, as well. We experienced quick charge times and durable connections. You'll feel good supporting a small company with this gift idea, too. $15-25
Cricut Explore The latest Cricut model is a high-end workhorse for any crafter. Cut vinyl, fabric, felt, paper, t-shirt transfers, and more. With the web-based Cricut Design software, you can make your own designs to cut. There are so many possibilities for this great machine. $299.99
GoPro Basic Camera For years we've had fun with GoPro cameras here at GeekMom, and now there is a streamlined version that's a perfect fit for families. All of the quality and exceptional footage that you get from a pricier GoPro, but just the basic features. The new family-friendly price makes this a great pick for kids and adults alike. Paired with the free (easy to use) online movie-making program, this will easily be at the top of the favorite gifts list. $129.99
Lenovo Miix 2 8-inch Windows Tablet If a smaller tablet is on your list (and you haven't invested in one of the giant gadgets that pass for cell phones these days), check out this Lenovo. The tablet runs Windows 8 like a dream and is perfect for watching TV in bed or stashing in your purse for errands. $300
Logitech Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard Logitech's keyboards are always great, but this wireless one can transition from your computer to your tablet to your smartphone. Just turn the dial to switch between three bluetooth devices—and it's nice and portable. $49.99
Samsung Galaxy Tab S If you are looking for a fast, bright tablet that can do several things at once, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S could be for you or a certain person on your gift list. It has a great camera, great sound, and expandable storage. How could you go wrong? $480
School Zone's Little Scholar 8-inch Kids' Tablet A super quick, durable kids' tablet with a great quality screen that's bigger than other kids' tablets on the market. It runs Android 4.4 and comes loaded with 200 games. It has a straightforward, kid-friendly startup menu that's easy to configure for your child's needs and most-used apps. It's not supported by Google Play, but you can easily get most apps you need from the Amazon app store. It has an SD card slot and an HDMI port. It's a little big for small hands, but the screen looks great; the larger size is awesome for watching movies and TV shows. $200
Seek Thermal Camera for iPhone and Android Smartphones For the gadget-loving geek, here is a new "toy" that's sure to impress. The Seek is a small thermal camera that you can connect to your smartphone to detect infrared light. Find the source of air drafts in your house, find your pets outside in the dark, scan a dark parking lot (or house, or backyard) for hidden attackers, play midnight tag—there are so many applications for this gadget. $199
TechShop Membership and Gifts If your tech geek lives in or near San Carlos, CA; San Francisco, CA; San Jose, CA; Allen Park, MI; Round Rock, TX; Pittsburgh, PA; Chandler, AZ; or Arlington, VA, they can use the gift of a TechShop membership. A membership would gain your techy access to a wide range of equipment and classes at the TechShop locations. Classes can also be gifted. $125/month
Vivitar XO 7-inch Kids' Tablet If you're looking for a small, kid-sized tablet that's durable and fits nicely in a preschooler's hand, this is a nice option (and it doesn't require cartridges). You can have separate accounts for multiple kids, and there's also a parent mode that's a full Android tablet linked to Google Play. It has an SD card slot to add additional storage, and it uses a USB charger so you don't have to carry around a specialized cable. Two models are available, one with all content in English and Spanish and one with everything in English and French. It comes preloaded with more than 100 games and books. The XO is part of the One Laptop Per Child program. $149
Zagg InvisibleShield Glass Screen Protector This extremely protective and smooth-as-glass (um, because it is glass) screen protector works very well and is a great choice for anyone who prefers the feel of glass to the feel of plastic. Price Varies
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