Jumpin-Beans

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. ***** ALL PHOTOS are property of Jumpin Beans Blog.  Written permission is needed for use of any of these photos.    A couple of weeks ago, we were invited to the grand opening of the newest Build - A - Bear Workshop at the Mall of Georgia.  I went years ago, but Broxton had never been before.... So I was so excited to give him the opportunity. I tell you, it was crazy!!! We got there about 9:50 (the store opened at 10 am)  and there was already a line.  It was pretty cool though, they had a school group that was there beforehand making bears to give to other kids...   So, I waited out front with everyone else as we prepared for the ribbon cutting ceremony.    The BABW mascot, Beary, came out to greet everyone

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. Life has been pretty busy lately.. Between life in general and Broxton finishing up his first year of schoool... Oh, and did I mention that my brother grabbed this little ol' thing called a "MASTERS DEGREE?!" Well, between all of that... We were sent a new DVD for Broxton to watch. I try to let him come home and unwind from school with a little down time and what better way than Team UmiZoomi?  I love the UmiZoomi's as they teach ... not just entertain!!!!  Broxton loves watching them too and asks for them over and over again.  I remember growing up and hating some of my classes, I would always think "what do I need to learn this for?  I will never use it... "  and that was mostly for s

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. ***** ALL PHOTOS are property of Jumpin Beans Blog.  Written permission is needed for use of any of these photos.    If you were here yesterday, you know that we had a great time at the Build a Bear Workshop grand opening the other day.   Bathing the bear after he was completed.  You could pick out whatever outfit you wanted to  ( price varied depending upon the outfit chosen)  I thought for sure that Broxton would want the CAPTAIN AMERICA one, but he decided to go with an ARMY one like his daddy.   In the dressing station. So, after you make your special friend... You just have a few more things to do before you are ready to take it home. Broxton and his new friend, Derry.  Then you head ov

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. Broxton loves the candy, Ring Pop.  His teacher gave him one as his treat for learning his Bible Verse once and he was so excited over it... It amazes me the smile on his face with this treat!  Well, we recently learned that Ring Pop has expanded for a greater reach.... Now, they offer MY RING POP .  A site where you can personalize/customize the ring pop to have a wrapper say something special just for the occasion.  You could have it say :"Great Job!" with the teachers name... or maybe "Thanks for celebrating" and give them as favors for a party... On their site, they showed brides to be using this to ask their friends to be bridesmaids...   With the My Ring Pop site, you can order from 25-500

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. Zim's Crack Creme Liquid:  Zim's CRACK Creme Original Liquid Formula is an  All-Natural multi-use  liquid herbal formula that softens and moisturizes dry, cracked skin. Recommended for nighttime use but can be used throughout the day as well. Use on Hands, Feet, Elbows, Cuticles & More. It was developed by a pharmacist over 60 years ago when cement workers came to him complaining of dry, cracked skin on their hands and feet. This oil formula features Arnica Flower Extract and Myrcia Oil.   Zim's Max Freeze:  May effectively help relieve pain from: Sore Muscles & Muscle Sprains Back, Shoulder, Neck Pain Painful Ankle, Knee, Hip & Elbow Joints Muscular Strains Zim's He

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. Let me start by saying that I am not the best one when it comes to packing... I always OVER pack.  I would hate to need something and not have it... I have ALWAYS been that way.  Whenever I go with Broxton, once again... over pack.  Luckily for us, we have not had to go anywhere that we would have to worry about baggage fees... because I would totally be screwed.  (It doesn't help that Marc showed me how to pack where you get MORE in the suitcase... )   Well...  if and when we ever go somewhere that baggage fees might be an issue...  I AM READY!!! We were sent the Precision Voyager Luggage Scale from Eat Smart.   I was rather impressed with the size.  It is fairly small... but it can weigh bags up to 1

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. Journey down under and meet a whole new breed of hero in this laugh-filled, action-packed animated adventure with an all-star voice cast, including Rob Schneider, Tim Curry and Alan Cumming. Johnny (Schneider) is a rare white  koala  bear who just wants to fit in and make friends. But when a twist of fate mistakenly transforms him into a fearless protector of animals, called “ Koala   Kid ,” Johnny finds himself in over his head on a thrilling trek across the outback. With help from his hilarious new sidekicks, including a crafty Tasmanian devil, a lovable lizard and a boomerang-flinging female  koala , Johnny may just outwit a villainous crocodile named Bog (Cumming) and become a true hero after all. I put this

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. Koala Kid’s Big Top Acts - A Retrospective of the Work of the Stars Behind  Koala Kid To celebrate the release of Koala Kid on DVD on April 30, we’re taking a look at the careers of the voice talent behind the film. Featuring an all-star line up, including some of comedy’s funniest, Koala Kid is the animated tale of Johnny, the white Koala (Schneider). Teased about his color, Johnny joins a traveling circus. However, while moving across the outback, the circus trailer crashes and Johnny and some of his fellow performers are separated from the rest of the group. Together they embark upon a wild adventure, during which Johnny must discover his inner courage in a bid to rescue a kidnapped koala from Bog, a giant