Well today is October 18, 2020 and it’s been a while since I posted so I decided to use Blookup.com to convert my blog into a physical book. One day Brian and Avery can have a good laugh at the “technology” we used back in the day. I hope, too, that they will see how...
Tidy Tech >> Parenting & Kids
Amazing Tool for Parents Who Pay Attention to What Their Kids Consume Online
I’ve come to rely on Common Sense Media for advice on all the media my kids consume. It’s a treacherous road for modern day parents and this is a helpful tool....
Guess What, Over-the-Air TV Channels Are FREE
After saying goodbye to a $125/month Comcast cable bill, I rigged up our TV with this 50 mile range antenna. This little bit of hardware nets us six over-the-air, picture-perfect channels. For free!...
House Calls on Your Computer – Get Ready for Online Doctor Visits
Good news for parents - a new healthcare offering brings pediatric care right where we want it - at home. Our children can see a doctor 365 days a year with on-demand video chat....
Bingo + Monster Mash: a Night of Halloween Fun with Help from Pandora and My Printer
Team up Pandora and your printer for a fun night of Halloween bingo and Monster Mash with the kids....
Quick iPhone Tip for Great Action Shots
Summer means action, and before the action is over, try using iPhone's "sports mode" to capture quick moving subjects. Here's how....
Using Google Calendar App to Keep Up with Local Fun
Summer is winding down and August finds us staying closer to home. To find fun things to do in our local area, I subscribe to Google calendars and then use the mobile app to see at a glance what is going on around town....
Enjoy Apps on TV with AirPlay
Instead of watching cooking videos on a little tablet, my son and I cozied up together and watched on our big TV using AirPlay Mirroring. How's how....
Make Shopping Easier with a Mobile Album
Here's how I use a "Mobile Album" of photos to make shopping easier, like avoiding duplicates at consignment sales for kids' clothes and shoes....
Happy New Year from Digital Zen
Digital Zen has been quiet, but I'm still here. Check out how I used technology these past few months to close out the year, celebrate the holidays, and ring in 2016. Happy New Year!...
