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Beach Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Sunday is a day to rest and relax, and with the weather this hot, why not do your relaxing on the beach. Cola, anyone?

This ceramic piece has no identifying marks. The box has a "Made in China" stamp on it. No other information is known about this piece.

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Nature Series - Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Here is another frog from the Land & Sea Nature Series' collection. I really like that the series sought to portray the various markings and colorings of different frog species. Unfortunately, I haven't seen anything new from this company.

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Bathroom Pets - Frog Brush Holder
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Gotta go, gotta go, gotta go right now! And when you're done and ready to clean up - this guy's holding the brush!

This item from V-Link International is part of the Bathroom Pets line. It is a ceramic frog toilet brush holder [and no, it hasn't been used!]. It dates to 1992.

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Sprogz - Autumn Leaps
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

With the sweltering heat continuing, we can only look forward to the time that we can jump in leaves and the cool autumn weather.

This Sprogz is called Autumn Leaps and is number SG258.

This is the last of the new Sprogz. Hopefully more will be released soon!

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Stone Critter - Frog Prince with Heart
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Another busy day here at Frog Central. And the heat is returning - maybe someday the air conditioner repair person will show up! In the meantime, I'll hang out at the pond with all my frog buddies.

This collectible is from United Design's Stone Critter collection and is entitled Frog Prince with Heart.

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Sprogz - Planters Wart
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's been a really hectic day here at Frog Central - a good time to go plant some warts?!?

This Sprogz is called Planters Wart and is number SG256.

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National Wildlife Federation - Tree Frogs Mug
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

A cold front moved in last night and finally took away some of the heat and humidity. Now I can once again enjoy a cup of coffee!

This mug is from the National Wildlife Federation and is called Tree Frogs. It is from a photo by Gail Shumway. A very nice mug.

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Sprogz - Sprogsicle
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

When I think about how hot it is here, I just remember that soon I'll be complaining about how cold it is!

This Sprogz is called Sprogsicle and is number SG257.

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Northern Lights Candles - Fishing Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

When it's a hot day like this, most frogs like to go to the pond and do a little fishing!

This is a great frog candle from the Northern Lights Candles. They are hand-made by various artists and this candle was made by B. Snyder (signature tag is on the bottom). A fun collectible item.

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Sprogz - Toadally Hot
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

With the temperature here in the mid-west soaring again towards 100 and heat indexes over 110, all I can say is that it is Toadally Hot!

This Sprogz is called Toadally Hot and is number SG255.

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DanDee - Musical Plush Frog - "I Can't Help Myself"
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's another hot day here at Frog Central - time to go back and sit in front of the air conditioner!

This plush frog comes from the maker DanDee and was sold by K-Mart.It has a musical chip which plays "I Can't Help Myself" when you squeeze it.

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Sprogz - Frogopause
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

When under excessive heat warnings, it's best to remember to drink lots of fluids.

This Sprogz is called Frogopause and is number SG254.

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MSR Importers - Frog Pitcher
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

All's quiet here this morning at Frog Central. Well, until you go to pour milk out some milk then this guy croaks up a storm!

This pitcher is from MSR Importers. It is made of ceramic and has a croaking microchip embedded in the ceramic. A nice piece that dates to 1993.

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Sprogz - Leapin Lizards
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Back for a very limited engagement! The new 2005 Sprogz have arrived. If you would like to own your own, please go to www.afroggyplace.com (the link is on the right).

What a great way to kick off the new Sprogz than with the only large piece being offered. This is called Leapin Lizards and an homage to the cowboys (or as they are called here at Frog Central - frogboys). Standing about 8 inches tall, this Sprogz knows all about breakin those leapin lizards - you get on and hang on for dear life!

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Ceramic Frog Planter
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's the weekend and time to get the feet wet and put some new plants in the Frog Pond here at Frog Central. All the frogs want to jump in and help!

This wonderful ceramic frog planter was made and painted by my mom. Thanks Mom!

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J.S.N.Y. - Plastic Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

When the heat index is hovering around 110 and your air conditioning isn't working all you can do here at Frog Central is lie around and try to stay cool!

This item is a plastic from from a company called JSNY. It was made in China in 3 separate sections that were glued together. There are a number of these frogs to this set.

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Annalee Dolls - 10" Tea Time Toads
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It was a good stroke of luck today in London since it appears that the bombs in the subway system didn't detonate. By this afternoon we can only hope that it will be tea time as usual.

This collectible item from Annalee Dolls is called 10-inch Tea Time Toads. Their item number 2409. This piece dates to 1998 and is really cute.

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Robert Stanley - Drummer Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Another scorcher of a day - it's supposed to hit mid-90's today and stickier than a tree frog stuck to a branch during a wind storm. Let me tell you, that's sticky! (I miss Dan Rather)

This collectible ornament is from the Robert Stanley Collection and is a drummer frog. A couple of the other band members have been profiled here previously. This set was available exclusively through a store called Hobby Lobby. A cute addition to the ornaments.

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Georgia Marble - Lady Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

About 5 years ago I stopped by a craft mall and found this little lady frog. It's amazing sometimes just where you find different items.

This collectible from Georgia Marble is entitled Lady Frog and is a limited edition piece. Mine is number 114 of 13,000. I'm afraid I no nothing about the company that produced this piece.

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Stone Critters - Ms. Bullfrog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

An early morning here at Frog Central. Thunderstorms are looming and I wanted to get this up before I need to shut down the computer.

This collectible is from United Designs and is called Ms. Bullfrog. She is number SC-534 and part of the Stone Critters' collection.

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Figurine - Yard Work Makes Me Croak
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Well it's Sunday and that means time to go cut the grass and do a little yard work.

This collectible figurine was a fun find from a gas station gift shop of all places! It is a resin composition and has a Made in China sticker on the bottom. The base states "Yard Work Makes Me Croak."

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Katherine's Collection - Frog on Moon
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

The real story is not that the cow jumped over the moon, but that the frog read poetry to the moon. I guess something got lost in the translation . . .

This collectible ornament is from Katherine's Collection. It is a frog on the moon. This frog is dressed in a purple jester's uniform. With many of Katherine's ornaments, several varieties are released where the frog is dressed in different colors. It is a lot of fun to collect her ornaments.

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CDP Corp. - Frog Planter
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's Friday and here at Frog Central we're looking forward to a quiet weekend. Maybe a little container planting!

This wonderful ceramic from CDP Corp. is made in Malaysia. Sitting on a lilypad that holds the extra water, this frog doesn't look happy at all!

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Frog Magnifying Glass
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

When your eyesight starts to go, it's nice to know you have a frog that can magnify the situation for you!

This item is a Frog Magnifying Glass. It is made in China. The frog portion is made of metal and the piece is very heavy.

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Frog Shelf Sitter
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

I just love these hand-made items from Indonesia. This one is a shelf sitter/ornament. It is a fully jointed frog and has an ornament loop, but also makes a nice item to sit at the edge of a shelf. This one was bought at World Market - a great place to pick up various frog items from around the world.

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Figi - Frog Watering Can
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Finally we have rain! The remnants of Dennis arrived and has given us a nice steady rain since late last night. This froggy is grateful because it's a day off from watering duties!

This cute frog is from Figi and is a Frog Watering Can. It is made of metal and has a butterfly on a spring. Really cute!

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Avon - Frog Potpouri Diffuser
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's supposed to rain tomorrow - all the frogs here at Frog Central are eagerly awaiting because they want to go play in it!

This frog item is from Avon and a diffuser for potpouri. It dates to 1980. It has a waterlily design painted on the back and front of the frog.

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Frog Kingdom - King
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

I got started watching the storm coverage of hurricane Dennis and lost track of time! But the King demanded an audience, and what the King demands, the King gets!

This wonderful collectible is from Collectible Features and is the last piece of the Frog Kingdom collection. It is, of course, the King. He is pulled by 4 ladybugs on snails with their sunflower shields for protection. The King also has a grasshopper as a protector riding on the carriage with him. These pieces are all hand painted and just fantastic.

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Quarry Critter
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Another hot day here at Frog Central. I think I'll go over to the quarry and sit next to all the cool marble and play with the frogs!

This collectible is another of the Quarry Critters. It is another of the mini 2 inch frogs. I just love the whole Quarry Critters line of frogs (they also make a whole plethera of other types of animals).

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Tompkins Trunk - Florence
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

All's quiet here at Frog Central, but with the weekend coming up I bet there will be a lot of croakin' going on!

This wonderful item from Enesco is part of their Tompkins Trunk Collectible Animals line. It is entitled "Stair Steps to your Heart" and her tag has the name Francis. This is a resin piece and is a limited edition. The number of my piece is 1813. The legs are hinged (the rod is visible in the picture). This piece dates to 1998.

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The Garden Collection - Welcome Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Frog Central sends it's sympathies to those affected by the London bombings.

Today's collectible is from The Garden Collection and is one of their mini frogs. It is a Welcome Frog and it is a mini being only 4 inches long and 2 inches wide. It is made in China of a heavy faux rock material.

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Knit Jersey Comforter - Pond Party
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's been a worried morning here at Frog Central. The resident Frog Wrangler, aka Shadow lost her favorite toy. A frantic search ensued and finally the toy was found. Now can I please go back to bed?

This frog item is a Knit Jersey Comforter which claims (and I agree) feels like your favorite t-shirt. The pattern is called Pond Party. This item was purchased from The Frog Store (link is in the right hand column). It's great after a day of frog collecting to wrap yourself up in a frog comforter. There is also a sheet set that matches the comforter.

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Gund - Flash Bean Bag Frog
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Today's Frog of the Day comes courtesy of Danielle and her 2 year old son. A big hearty "ribit" to them for donating a frog to the site.

This collectible is from Gund and is the bean bag version of Flash that was featured some time ago. Flash is Gund inventory number 6105.

Frog Central is happy to have Flash and he's already made friends with some of the other plush frogs here. He'll have a happy home Danielle - thanks again!

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Radko - Pond Thumpers
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Happy 4th of July!

This collectible is from Christopher Radko's Little Gems collection and is called Pond Thumpers. This ornament came in two different designs, each playing a different instrument. This one is playing a flute. The Radko number is 1010494.

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Frog Plant Pot Hanger
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Things have been a little dry here at Frog Central so this froggy offered to water the plants for me.

This frog is a pot hanger for the rim of a flower pot. He has a sticker which says Made in China. I do not have any other information about this cutie.

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Tim Wolfe - Tee For Two
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

Saturday morning and the frogs all wanted to take part in the Live 8 concert. But with the beautiful weather here, a couple decided to hop off to the golf course!

This collectible is from Tim Wolfe Sculpture and is called Tee for Two. It is item number 2002 and is a limited edition piece. Mine is number 1 of 344. This piece dates to 2001.

From the card:

Who let the frogs out!

These two amphibians had no idea what Cupid had in store for them today! When our little green friend climbed up on this mushroom, he was hoping to get a better view of the golf course he calls home. Just for the heck of it, he threw out a few "ribits" from his elevated position. The next thing you know, he's looking into the eyes of one fabulous female frog, who has hopped on top of this funny, dimpled ball to get a better look at something, too. HIM! It was love at first sight.

"Coffee, tee, or me?" she asked in her soft, sultry voice. They've been a twosome ever since.

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Stone Critters - Frog Jumping in Water
Originally uploaded by KenCalvino.

It's July and with all this hot and humid weather, it's a good day to go to the local pond and take a dip.

This collectible is from United Design's Stone Critters. It is called Frog Jumping in Water.