…written because your Mum does not want that Mother’s Day compilation CD that is constantly advertised on TV! She also wants something different to flowers and chocolates… Bad planning on my behalf was part of the reason I missed out writing a Geek Mother’s article last year – something I am going to correct this […]

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Having done Groundhog Day and Cyber Security, it looks like it is me who is going to have to squeeze IT Support into Valentine’s Day as part of Diana’s February newsletter theme. I really thought it was someone else’s turn!  Then I had an idea!  I am part way through creating my Geek Mother’s Day […]

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It is that time of year again, my annual list of present ideas for that geeky relation, friend or significant other. Completely gender irrelevant, the only requirement is a certain level of cult obsessiveness, geekiness or nerdism. (I am pretty sure some of those words are made up! ed.) I held out until November 1 […]

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We’re back, with the essential geek present list for Father’s Day. For those of you who have forgotten when it is, here is a reminder – Sunday, 16 June 2024 Big enough? This list is mainly for fun – there are no affiliate links – and hopefully inspiration for more unusual presents than you normally […]

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We’re back. It is that time of year again when some of you out there in internet land need a gift for a geek partner, spouse, siblings, friend, relation, boss, etc., etc., etc. – I am here to help. Here is my personal selection, various prices, all geeky. There may be that ideal gift on […]

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It is that time of year again – Father’s Day is coming. If you need inspiration for 18 June for a Geek Dad then look no further. You will find tech, gadgets, coffee and cult presents below. Have fun and I hope you find something to suit your Geek Dad. Let’s get on with the […]

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I have regularly written geek present lists for Christmas and Father’s Day, but I have been amiss when it comes to Mother’s Day – the last one was back in 2019: Embed A Geek Mother’s Day – Ten presents for the Geek in your Mum – Octagon Technology That is going to be fixed now […]

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“J.A.R.V.I.S., make a note. Remind me not to wake up in the morning ever again.” If you feel like that when you start to think about Christmas shopping, then this is the blog post for you. Back for its regular Christmas slot is my list of presents for those geeks in your life, who when […]

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