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Even though the game is simple in nature, Garner also said \"there's strategy\" involved.

Garner's pool game idea quickly drew enthusiastic fans.

\"So down to earth and fun and wholesome 💕,\" wrote one Instagram user.

\"We did this as a kid but used coins. Dimes were so hard to find and pick up,\" another commented, sharing their own version of the game.

Garner has been soaking up summer activities now that her kids have wrapped up the school year.

In June, the mother of three shared a lengthy and heartfelt thank-you letter to her kids' teachers but also to teachers everywhere.

\"Thank you for choosing to study and become educators and for doing your jobs with your whole heart,\" she wrote in part at the time.

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