Jumpin-Beans

Do you like pickles?  I do!  My kids do.  I don't know of many that don't, although I know there are some out there!  Back in my younger days, when I worked at the bar, we had a group of exchange students that came over from Poland.  They spoke about how over there, they did shots of vodka and chased it with pickles!  (Never heard of that one!)  When I turned 21, they gave me a bottle of Polish vodka and we all had to drink it and chase with pickles, I will never forget that!   Well, now I guess more people know about drinking and pickles, but did you know that pickle juice is also good for muscle cramps?  Yeah!  I have heard it before and more and more the older I get!  There is a product that would be great to have on hand for the athletes in your life!  You can buy bottles of pickle juice that have portions in there, perfect to throw in the athletic bag to have on hand. (It does not have to be refrigerated, so you are g...

Well, we were sent an interesting book for review.   The Adventures of Grandmasaurus at the Aquarium Rescue Centre.  I think it gave me the feels of The Magic School bus.  You know how the teacher shrinks and they go on adventures and teach the class?  Well, in this book Grandma sneezes and transforms into animals.  In doing so, it makes the kids go on a treasure hunt of sorts to find her and while doing that, it teaches the reader of different animals.  Bonus points, a sheet at the end that tells the name, the pronunciation and a brief description.  I really thought this was a cute way to teach and have fun at once.  I hope that Grandma goes on other adventures and teaches us more soon!!!! 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 influen...

I will be the first to admit that I am the last one to know fashion... and all things "girly."  I don't wear much makeup - just weddings and events when I need to get dressed up.  I go for more casual than attention grabbing... but I do love perfume.  I have tried a few of those "clubs" but have had no luck.  Let me tell you this... I am not a fan of going and sniffing a ton of scents either...  Having said that... I DO NOT want to waste money on perfume and not like it.  I mean, that stuff is not cheap!  I bought one that I had to spray like half a bottle on me to even smell once.  not a fan.  So when I had the chance to check out Robert Piguet, I was excited.  What excited me the most was that they had a sampler set.  Again, you don't want to go buying something and not like it.  I did see they had a gardenia scent and I hate that it wasn't included in the sampler, but it is what it is!  I have tried a few of the scents ...

 Now this was a fun book to read!!!!  Gigi Rowe Wishes was exactly what Savannah needed to read to put a huge smile on her face!   As she turned each page, she had to compare that she was just like Gigi Rowe and even asked at one time if the book was actually written about her!  When Gigi was travelling, it was her and I... and when Gigi was singing, it was when she does her karaoke!  I loved it and after we read it the first time, she asks to have us read the book that is about her whenever she wants us to read it together!  I hope that we get more Gigi Rowe adventures!   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. Synopsis:  “Gigi Rowe Wishes” by Gigi Rowe  is  an enchanting children’s bo...

 Having a little girl that is in first grade, you can imagine the books we read each week. You can also imagine the questions we have on a daily basis. Some are kind of crazy... would you rather brush your hair with a fork or a toothbrush?  Some are more serious... Who Is God?   Lucky for us, we have found a wonderful church that we love, so she is familiar with Who God is, but it was a good book to read and I know it will make great gifts for newborns!  I have said before, my friend Cindy had everyone give a book with a message in it instead of cards... this would be great for that occasion!   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. Children are constantly asking questions, especially about the Creator of the ...