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New Crop of Veggietales For Christmas!

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Kids Can Color their own stocking . . . again and again!!

KidzOnEarth.com has a new crop of Veggietales just in time for Christmas. We have the new Christmas Stockings that a child can color again and again. We also have new ornaments for those who collect a Veggietales ornament every year  (4 different ornaments to choose from this year).

On sale for only $8.99!

Don’t forget to check out the all new 2011 Veggietales Calendars ( on sale by the way for only $8.99 each).

The list goes on and on in regards to all the new Veggietales items. Did I mention the new backpacks, dinner ware, Veggietales Plush, the Sweet Pea Castle and so much more!!!

For those who are Larryboy fans – somehow Big Idea decided to bring back the Larryboy Mobile. We are so excited at KidzOnEarth.com. This is one of the  ( if not the most) favorite Veggietales items ever made.

Three different styles to choose from - Bob, Larry or multi character.

KidzOnEarth.com has a great deal on the Larry Mobile ( until we run out). We are offering the Larry Mobile and with a FREE Larryboy Double feature DVD. Check it out!!!

Hold on – there’s more – we have new items rolling in December 18th.  The Veggietales Umbrellas are coming – there will be three different styles to choose from – check them out at this link.

New Veggietales Aprons, iron on patches, new backpacks, Bible Covers, music, DVDs, Veggietales books and the list goes on and on!!

Thanks for reading and shopping at KidzOnEarth.com !!!

I’ve Never Seen That Street Sign Before!

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Recently I started to walk each morning instead of going to the gym to walk on the treadmill for some daily exercise. Why you might ask (or might not).  The gym is so nice and new with the high tech equipment. Anyway – It’s cheaper for one thing and also not as boring as the enclosed upstairs of the gym.  I also am able to join my wife and enjoy her company on each walking adventure.

The  last few times I have begun to noticed elements that I had never seen before.  Really – I never noticed!   Northeast Wiberg Lane was one of the things I have missed for years.  I have driven down this street hundreds of times and never noticed the name of the street. You see when you are driving your car your eyes are always on the road ( which is a good safety guideline to follow).  As a result you miss details. They may seem like unimportant details – but details non the less.

Another item was as I walked under a tree and looked up in the branches to see five birds nets. Something I had never seen as I quickly drove down the street in a hurry to my next destination.

So how does this apply to life?  Well – it can be applied in the following manner.  Slow down and notice the small details in life. Enjoy the journey and those who are on the adventure with you. Life is short and fleeting and happens at light speed. Life is about relationships, memories and taking care of others.  True happiness is not found in the accumulation of stuff – but rather in living simple and uni-cumbered by piles of material possessions

So next time you want to exercise – walk in your neighborhood and take in all the surroundings and enjoy the journey.

“Ramona & Beezus Hits Theaters this Weekend!

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Romana and Beezus Feature FIlm

Attention Beverly Cleary fans- the new feature film from her Beloved book series hits the silver screen this weekend ( July 23rd, 2010).

More to come after I preview the film this weekend.  Check out the trailer and the web site at the following link.

Ramona & Beezus Hits Theaters This Weekend – Check out the web site!

Veggietales SweetPea Beauty is Coming July 31!!

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Mirror, mirror on the wall, who has the truest heart of all?  Well – this is the question that is asked in the next  Veggietales episode from the studios of Big Idea called “Sweetpea Beauty –  A Girl after God’s Own Heart”.

This new installment deals with a Lesson About True Beauty.

According to Big Idea The story goes like this . . .

“Once upon a time, there lived a royally sour blueberry, a fair rhubarb maiden
and a dastardly deceptive mirror! Sweetpea Beauty knows that what’s on the inside is what matters most, but insecure Queen Blueberry can’t see past her own reflection! So, when a decree is handed down that only the most beautiful can rule the land, the Queen gets nervous and things turn ugly! Banished to the dark forest, Sweetpea’s fate seems bleak until a charming prince, a band of merry minstrels and seven snow peas come to the rescue!  Will Sweetpea and her friends be able to warn the Queen in time to save her from the clutches of the tricky mirror — or will the crumbling kingdom and the Queen’s own heart be lost forever? Find out in this fairy “Veggie” tale about the real meaning of true beauty”.   Stay tuned for this new installment this summer!

Also on the new disk will be the new Silly Song is called “Pants” and I wonder if it will be able to top “The Hairbrush Song”?  We’ll just have to wait and see.

New compilation DVD coming this summer . . .

The girls are taking over on this summer and Bob and Larry are focusing on the stories from the softer side of life in a compilation DVD called “Girl Power” featuring Madame Blueberry, Esther and Duke and The Great Pie Wars.

Street date for Veggietales Sweetpea Beauty DVD is July 31st, 2010.

Harvest of Veggiestales Coming to Kidz On Earth

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It is going to be an exciting Fall this year!  Because I am a VeggieTales fan and there is a HUGE new crop of Veggietales products that are arriving in time for the Fall harvest. Or plenty of time for all the birthdays, Harvest parties and Christmas.

Well – just arrived back from St. Louis. For some reason the song “nothing could be finer that (something in St.Louie). Sorry – I digress.  Anyway – good news about Veggietales for all the Veggie fans around the world.  Here is an overview of some of the new stuff from Bob and Larry. First and foremost the new fall episode is called “It’s a Meaningful Life” – a cross between a Wonderful Life meets Polar Express. Sounds and looks like it will be a great episode and the focus is a lesson in Courage.

So there is also new books, music, plush, Christmas, umbrellas, backpacks, photo frames, 2010 calendars, nativity playset, shoes, playground balls, puzzles and so much more. You can check it all out at Kidzonearth.com.

The biggest news of all ( in my opinion) is the return of the Larryboy Mobile!  Yes the Larry Mobile is making a comeback!!  Yah hoo.  Check it out here and you can also pre order ( historically they go very fast). Pre Order Larry Mobile here

Larryboy Mobile is Coming Back to Kidz On Earth

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Larryboy Mobile

The Larryboy Mobile had all been retired last year with no clear hope of ever seeing this beloved toy on the shelve  again. The beacon from Bumblyburg sent out a message of hope this past week. The Larryboy Mobile is coming back to KidzOnEarth.com!  Yes indeed – this is true and we are excited for Larryboy fans everywhere.

Fans can pre order the Larryboy Mobile for a Fall / September ship date.

Go to the following web page to pre order your Larrymobile KidzOnEarth.com

Surf without Getting Wet!

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Surfing without Getting Wet!

This thing is cool!  The surf simulator was featured on Extreme Home Makeover in May of 2010 ( The Carr Family). Check out the Extreme Home Makeover Episode featuring the Surf Simulator. Bethany Hamilton was a guest as well in this episode. FYI –  Bethany has a new movie coming to theaters soon called “Soul Surfer” ( Spring of 2011).

Anyway the description of the room from the ABC web site states the following.

“The Surfing Room — Paige decked out the walls and floors to make us feel like we’re in the ocean. Ryanne and Haydn even have a surfboard that links to a surfing game in their room. Hang ten, kids!”

The  Surf Board reacts to the movement of the surfer as they cut back and forth ripping thru each wave into the barrel.

You can hire the Surf Simulator for events for churches, youth groups, trade shows, birthday parties and such.  Pretty cool stuff!!  You can surf, get your photo with the surf board and the locals.

Contact us via email and we will put you in touch with the right people for more information.

Summer Staycations Ideas in Portland Oregon!

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It is summer time once again and it is also time to be creative with regards to family outings that will not break the bank. We have a few ideas that will apply to specific events in Portland Oregon – but many cities will also feature similar events for families.

Great Family Places To Eat!

Check out The Grilled Cheese Grill in North East Portland

Great Family outing for lunch!

(Alberta Street area). This cool eatery sits on the  corner and is an old Air stream Trailer and you order your Grilled Cheese Sandwich ( that is all they serve) any way you may want it served. Than you can mosey on over to the old school bus where you can grab a seat for the entire family and enjoy your Grilled Cheese master piece.

Veggietales Family Event!

Are you looking for some inexpensive ideas for your family this summer? Check out this idea!

Mark your calendar for a Veggietales family event on Saturday July 31 @ 10:30am for the latest installment in the Veggietales series of videos.  We will be showing the new Veggietales episode on the BIG Screen. We will also have door prizes to give away and as always we have a great time learning about how much Gods loves us.

This event will be held at the Hollywood Theater located at 4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland Oregon. Tickets are available at the door the day of the event for $2.50 per person. For more information go to http://www.kidzonearth.com or call 503-333-1026.

FREE MEAL FOR KIDS!

Many restaurants offer FREE meal for kids with with the purchase of an adult meal. These offers can really help this summer and can keep costs down as you plan you Staycation Events this summer.

FREE MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK!

Check your local parks for Free movies for families. Portland Oregon has a full summer schedule of Free movies in the park. Check your local parks and Rec web site for more details on times and locations and movies playing.

To Save A Life Hits Stores on August 3rd, 2010

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To Save A Life on DVD Outreach Films announced the news about the hit movie – “To Save A Life”. The DVD and the Blue Ray version will be in stores on August 3rd, 2010.  This film has had a tremendous impact on teenagers and youth groups across the country. This is a film for teenagers and is PG13.

Here is a testimony from a grandma.

“I went to this movie yesterday afternoon. I do not know when I have been as impacted by a movie. It hits us all, as we all know of someone in the situations these young people are in. I am a nearly 70 year old grandma, I know and love, and am passionate about many of these young teens, as they go to my church and are in my life. I want to see everyone go to this movie. I am going to go to Evangel Book Store today and get $50.00 worth of tickets to give to the kids I know so that none can say they could not afford to go.

Thank you so very much Paul for your efforts in getting this word out. It is about loving these kids where they live, now, not after they have been all washed and cleaned up. May the Lord bless you greatly,  Keep up the good Godly work, I am praying for you and what you are doing…. Changing the World one young person at a time….”
Grandmother from Medford Oregon

So if you have a teenager in the house – this may be a great film to add to your collection. If you are a youth pastor and want to show the film to a group – the church site license is available now.