Jumpin-Beans

Okay- Albany, Georgia and surrounding area's -  WE all have been complaining about there not being anything to do for kids / families... Well lucky for us, there is something new to us!  Now, we just need to support them!   Up2U Entertainment is here - and basically, it is UP TO YOU to make it last!   Up 2 U Entertainment is located in the old shopping plaza where Toys R" Us was located - right near Academy Sports / Chic Fil A / The Mall.  As you walk in, you are greeted with so much to do!  To the left is the area for Axe Throwing.  They have over 15 Axe Throwing Stations for you to enjoy - high top tables to sit at and watch as you wait your turn.  They have several flat screen TV's in the area as well and each table has a fun little game to help pass the time.   Savannah was excited to go see what the painting was all about!  They have Spin Art and also Splatter Paint.  They are also working on another idea for the...

The holidays - they have most people all in a rush and running ragged at times.  Add to that "LIFE" and for us- Football season.  Know what that means?  Tired!  Yes, I said it... T-I-R-E-D!!!! But lucky for this house, we were sent Epsom-It Products to add to our rotation of products to make it through the day! FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.  Before I go any further - Let me just share what might be one of my most favorite photos of one of my my most favorite people. NOTICE I SAID ONE OF MY - NOT FAVORITE - not stirring up that pot...  Anyways - you go to a Georgia game, you are going to walk - and walk- and did I mention there is some walking involved?  My dad has really good seats- and we are always ...

 Snacks..  We all love them, lets just go ahead and be honest.  At work, if a patient or a rep brings a snack of ANY type in, the breakroom looks like it was attacked by vultures with everyone going to check and see what is back there... Same can be said at my house sometimes... We don't have pets to run when they hear a wrapper, but you can guarantee SOMEONE in the house is going to ask what is being opened.  W-I-T-H-O-U-T FAIL!!!!! FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.  Recently, Savannah decided she wanted to order some of the little Jesus figures and leave them around town.  We loaded up and hit a few spots to "Spread a Little Jesus" in our community.  No matter if you are doing a quick errand in town, or...

I don't know about you - but it is getting harder and harder to pack lunch for the kids and to pack our "snack bags" for road trips. Lucky for us, we were sent Crispy Fruit for review and I can't lie - I loved seeing the kids excited over snacks that were not horrible for them!!!! Crispy Green emerged onto the snack scene in 2004 with one goal: to offer a natural, delicious, healthy snacking option to consumers of all ages. Through our strategic partnerships, retail distribution and more we’ve become the #1 freeze-dried fruit brand in the country. FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.  Recently we planned a quick weekend out of town.  Savannah was quick to say that she was going to pack the snack bag for the trip.  She immediate...

  FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. This Holiday Season, Enjoy the Feasts; Skip the Bloating and Discomfort NEW YORK, NY, Nov. 24, 2025 — The mix of rich food, extra stress and endless holiday gatherings can do a number on the digestive system. Between charcuterie boards, champagne toasts and once-a-year desserts, it’s no wonder bloating is one of the most common holiday complaints. And nothing kills holiday cheer faster than feeling uncomfortably full and sluggish. The good news is that bloating can be kept under control without missing out on all those festive holiday foods. The key is a little strategy and making some simple, science-backed tweaks. Here are smart ways to maintain a happy gut and avoid that dreaded holiday bloat thi...

We were invited to Urthy Scents for a little holiday treat and to say Savannah was excited, well - I don't know how to describe it in words.. My girl loves a good scent just as much as the next one!   She was excited to check out the signature fragrances, as well as the sugar scrubs!  I can't lie - I was so excited to check out the signature scents!!!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are  my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I have so much that I want to tell you about- but I know you don't want to read a book... So I will just focus on a couple of the highlights for us!  So- we get to urthy SCENTS and as we walk in- we are just in awe- it was overwhelming, but in a good way - in a way like I WANT IT ALL!!!!   One thing to note, although...

  Just wanted to share this with you... I have not tried this place out - so don't shoot the messenger - but let me be honest- BOURBON PEACH COBBLER?!  VANILLA SALTED CARAMEL?!  Yeah - sounds good and I LOVE ME SOME SWEETS, so I thought I would share this with you in case you are in the area....  Let me know if you go or have been!!!! Cooler temps are here — and so are the cozy, craveable treats at  Cupcakin’ Bake Shop Buckhead ! The beloved dessert spot is celebrating fall with a lineup of pumpkin-spiced and caramel-drenched sweets, all baked fresh from scratch. Cupcakin’s October “Flavors of the Month” include: Drunken Pumpkin  – Pumpkin cake topped with cream cheese frosting, candied pumpkin seeds, and a bourbon caramel drizzle Gluten-Free Caramel Apple  – A gluten-free vanilla cake filled with apple pie filling and finished with cream cheese frosting, caramel, and a graham cracker streusel Vegan Chocolate Chai  – Rich vegan chocolate cake topp...