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Really Woolly – A Safe Place for Kids To Go On the Web!

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Introducing a new web site for families – Reallywoolly.com. This new web site is the creation of Flying Rhino Studios ( which by the way is located in Portland Oregon). Really Woolly  provides  a family friendly adventure that allows each child to schedule a time with a live teacher. During this adventure a child can play educational games, learn stories from the Bible, watch videos and all in all have a fun engaging time. Your teacher address’ each child by name and make the experience very personal. It is my understanding that each teacher is a student from Multnomah University ( formally know as Multnomah Bible College).  So the teachers are solid in their knowledge of the Bible and from I can see are very warm and exciting as they lead each child thru the Really Woolly Adventure.

So bottom line – check out the web site and have some fun learning with all the characters from this warm clan of woolly sheep.

New Veggietales Bedding to Arrive Soon at Kidzonearth.com

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Dream Big with Veggietales!

Dream Big with the all new Veggietales Juvenile Twin Bedding Set. Yes it is true – you can now deck your room with green and red ( and I am not talking Christmas colors here).

No I am talking with your favorite produce – Bob The Tomato and Larry The Cucumber!

This all new Bedding Set is available  from Kidzonearth.com. Order this cool new item today!

Available to ship now!  Click here to order.

Phil Vischer Brings us “What’s In The Bible?”

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Check out this all new introduction to What’s in the Bible? from the creator of Veggietales  Phil Vischer. Oh yes – Phil – he is  the voice of Bob The Tomato and all those other voices from your beloved Veggies. I think you will like this new series.  The first two DVDs hit the first week of March with Genesis and Exodus . . . So mark your calendars for the release date of March 11th.  In the meantime – grab some popcorn ( a small bag because this is just a tease video) and get ready for some fun and learning!

Check it out! Yes go ahead and watch the video – it’s some good stuff.

You can pre order the new DVDs – click right here!

Check Out Jelly Telly – Coming this Fall!

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Coming this fall – it is Jelly Telly. What is Jelly Telly?  Is it a new English toast and jam sensation?  No – but I believe it will be new kids sensation. Jelly Telly is a new online network with loads of new and old programing for kids.  Adults will like some of the content as well.  JT is from Phil Vischer ( you know – the guy who created Veggietales).  Well this is his new venture and from the looks of it – this could be something really good for families.  Phil has a sneak peak of Jelly Telly at the web site.

Click here to view  and  enjoy! Let us know what you think about Jelly Telly.

Fireproof Movie Has Ignited 862 Marriages!

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Fireproof continues to fill theaters this week  and is quick approaching the $10 million box office mark. The theaters are filling up with couples who are struggling with their marriages. The results  . . . the movie has  ignited at least 862 marriages and is still counting. This is according to the fireproof web site (under the page that features stories).


Here are two of the posted stories . . .

Kristin – Posted on October 01, 2008
This movie really hit home! My husband and I have only been married for a year and it almost ended after six months. But my husband saw this movie before it came out. And he started doing the love dare on me. I’m so glad he did because I’ve never loved him so much and I look at him in a total different light. Yes, we are still working on our marriage like all couples, but if he didn’t see this movie I believe that we wouldn’t be together today. God works in mysterious ways and I’m so thankful he worked so hard with us.

Dean– Posted on October 01, 2008
My wife and I have been married for a year and we went on opening night to see the movie. Wow is all I can say. We were completely blown away. The last month and a half has been the most difficult time in our marriage, but this movie gave us hope of what God’s power can do. We are buying The Love Dare and looking forward to having a wonderful marriage. Our prayer is that this movie changes lives. Can’t wait to get it on DVD. God will bless anyone who sees this film.

It is great to see a film that has more than just entertainment value – but it also makes an impact on the culture.  In fact the Kenderick Brothers wanted this film to do just that – impact culture and help to ignite and save marriages in this country. Fireproof is so much more than a movie – it is becoming a movement and marriages are being healed.

As Fireproof goes into this weekend – there will only be about 30 screens lost in the overall screens that were dedicated from opening weekend. The third weekend is when the larger expansion will take place – several hundred screens will be added on October 10th, 2008.  Look to the Fireproofthemovie.com web site for updates on new cities.

Let’s go see the film Fireproof and support this movie!!

Fireproof Tee shirt and hats and The Love Dare click here to view

Fireproof Movie is Hot on Opening Weekend!

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Fireproof Now in Theaters!
Fireproof Now in Theaters!

Fireproof hit theaters on Friday September 26th and opened #3 with $2.3 million box office and #2 in per screen average ($2,741 – this is only $40 less than Eagle Eye). Fireproof ended the weekend at #4 with a $4.8 million box office.

This new film featuring Kirk Cameron is a film about a firefighter who is trying to save his marriage. In a day when 50% of marriages are ending in divorce and the divorce rate with fireman is 75% to 90% we need movies that are positive and provide some solutions.  This film provides a tool for Caleb to use in his attempt to save his marriage (it is called The Love Dare).   The book helps Caleb to understand what love is and how to be a better husband and will no doubt help many couples in this country who are on the verge of divorce.  The heart of this film is to address the issue of failing marriages in the USA  and to provide some tools  for couples to help navigate through struggling marriages.

Dr. Phil had a show last week called “Fireproofing your marriage” and made the following statement about Fireproof the movie.  Dr. Phil says. “I think this is a terrific movie.  I think this is a terrific storyline, and I think you do a great job in it, and I hope everybody will go see it,” Dr. Phil says. “This is a movie, like so many of the projects you’re involved in, that does have a message. It does have meaning and a purpose that’s just beyond entertainment, right?”  Kirk affirmed this fact that he has chosen projects that he can feel good about the end product. The Dr. Phil show was on the nose about these problems and discussed the challenges that Fire fighters face every day.  More about Fireproofing Your Marriage show on Dr. Phil

Thank you to Sherwood for stepping out to address this challenge in America.

So all in all – this is a good film with a great message.

Go and see the film!

Click here to view theater listing

fireproofthemovie.com

Click here for fireproof teeshirts and hats

If you have seen the film lets hear what you think. Also – I believe that there will be many marriages that will be saved as a result of The Love Dare.  Please share these stories.

Veggietales Live – Great for the Whole Family!

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I had the honor this past week to travel with the cast and crew of Veggietales Live – God Made You Special Tour. I was able to see first hand the quality of the show from start to finish.  First of all I had never traveled with a Live show and after one week I sure do appreciate the long days and hard work that both cast and crew put forth in order to produce a great show.  I traveled from Bozeman Montana to Eugene Oregon  and each show was awesome – but some of the shows stood out during the 12 show run.  Missoula Montana made a mark in my mind.  It was so cool to see families engaged  in the show and singing the songs with their kids and just having a great family time together. I stood back and thought – every Veggietales fan needs to be at this Live Show!  Let face it – there are not to many solid Live shows that a Christian family can attend these days. Veggietales delivers on this one for sure!!

Let me give you an overview of the show . . .

If you arrive early there will be some pre show videos playing on the screen that everyone will love.   The music is classic Veggietales – you will find yourself tapping your toes and singing thru each line of some of your favorite Veggie Tunes.  The costumes are larger than life ( which make each seat in the house have a pretty good view).  The story line is classic Veggie ( Bob is lost in Larry time machine – Larry bought it on Ebay) and they have to find where Bob disappeared to. In the midst of all this we are reminded that “God Made You Special” and loves you very Much ( as Bob always says).  I loved the show and thought it was very well written and executed. The show is mixed with live actors with creative dance steps, colorful costumes and the Wierd Ometer ( you will find out when you go to the show).

Has anyone seen the live show? Let me know what you think about this all new  Veggietales Live Show.

So if you want a great family outing that the entire clan will love – than check out Veggietale Live this fall. Now on tour thru Thanksgiving.

Visit Kidzonearth.com for everything Veggie

Hey – That’s Personal! Cool Kids Stuff

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How cool would it be to have your child’s favorite characters singing their favorite song with your child’s name in the song?  Well – now it is possible with a new line of CDs and books from a company called Just Me Music. They have created a great new line of CDs that has Barney, Mickey, Bob and Larry and a few other popular characters singing their trademark songs to your child. It is really a wonderful idea. I have to say that I was concerned when I first heard of this idea – I thought it would sound cheesy.  The reality is that the quality is very good and the sound is seamless regarding the singing of the child’s name in the songs. They also feature a line of personalized books ( Veggietales) that insert the child’s name in the story.  This is awesome!! They take into consideration the personality of the child and incorporate the child’s name as they progress through the story.

So if you are looking for a unique gift for that special child in your life this Christmas season- than this could be the perfect gift. This is very different and is specific to the child you are giving the present to for their birthday, Christmas or just because. I have provided a link to their web site justmemusic.com.