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"Maynard, I want to be like you, when I don't grow up." - Christy Holly "Maynard, you live in a cartoon world." - Isaac Ramnath
- Maynardio For President -
June 17, '08 During a campaign stop, in the mountain community of Big Bear, California, a local bug expressed his support for Maynardio. He then proceed- ed to the refreshment table for a saltine cracker.
June 21, '08
Behold...two of the Maynardland On-line Stores of Happiness are now open!
At this time, the Maynard Brothers are supporting Maynardio's
bid for the presidency, by offering stylish propaganda designs (in two on-line locations). So please come hither and take a
look-see. And since Independace Day is just around the corner, wouldn't it be nice to find a psudo-political conversation piece to share...over a nice plate of beans?
To start your cyber-journey, this first link will give a brief introduction, and from there you will find links to two shops of joy, so whoop-dee-doo and pass the beans!
After several days of discussion with high-ranking members of the National Worm Party and closed-door meetings with the Maynardland Fig Advisory Board, we are pleased to announce a new candidate for the office of Commander in Chief. Maynardio will represent a vast number of insects (otherwise known as 'The Quiet Majority').
For campaign updates, stay-tuned to Maynardland.com, your one-stop shop for slow-moving news and mis-information. --------
Maynardio is on the cover ofWorm Life Magazine!
June, '08
In the latest issue of Worm Life Magazine, Maynardio discovered a fascinating article about his heroic chin. And he was also pleased to see his presidential chin featured on the on the cover.
Alberto Stinger, the famed photographer and playboy mosquito from Venis, Italy, directed Maynardio to thrust his jaw upward to create an illusion of strength and nobility.
Simplify travel... visit the Travel and Food section at: LiveSimply.us
Puerto Vallarta 2/25/08
EARTH DAY
Earth Day - April 22, 2008
The Maynard Brothers launched a new website today called, Green Christian.
The purpose of this site is to encourage responsible stewardship of the earth.
On April 25th, links to over 1,850 Environmental Quotations were added to the site.
* Also visitour website, Live Simply in the U.S. at: LiveSimply.us Last updated on April 25th, with 47 new quotes on the topic of solitude.
* On April 23rd, the Contact- Links-Voicespage on Maynardland.com was updated to include sites under the Maynardland Ombrello.
April 12, '08 Here we see Maynardio in action... holding up a thick piece of glass, to prevent Frogman from escaping from his high security underwater tank at the Long Beach Aquarium. * More under water adventure below.
April, 2008 During this month of April-foolishness, the simple-minded Maynard Brothers encourage everyone to consider the virtues of simplicity. Silence instead of noise, listening instead of talking, innocence instead of worldliness, saving instead of spending, walking instead of riding, kindness instead of cruelty, complimenting instead of criticizing.
Flowers bloom and birds sing in April.... and they are worthy of our attention.
Some folks say that everything in our universe originated from a big cosmic mistake, but everything in nature suggests the hand of an intelligent creator.
Please take a few of moments and enjoy two amazing video clips from YouTube featuring the skills of animals both big and small. (1) Elephant Paints Self Portrait (2) TheChinese Blue Angels. (Our thanks to Lois Harmeyer for sending us these links)
Long Beach Aquarium
April 12, '08
"Puff the Magic Dragon lived beneath the sea, and frolicked in the land of gigantic sea-weed..."
Ms.Leafy Sea Dragon frowned at Maynardio when he sang the wrong words to a song...about her famous uncle "Puff".
Rush hour traffic...after school.
April 12, '08
While visiting the Long Beach Aquarium, Maynardio talked with various eco-friendly organizations.
Maynardio's friend, Lucas, teaches computer classes in Belgium. And on this day, he showed Maynardio the proper way to wear a hat in Europe. However, inside the hat, Maynardio's pointy head resisted the new fashion.
April 1, '08
Maynardio exercised his chops, at an advanced animation voice-over class near North Hollywood.
On April 5, 2005 Maynardland was hatched and after 3 years it has become an ombrello.
The new format is coming soon.
A wild iguana in Puerta Vallarta.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * New links on FocusOnKindness.com, including Johnny the Bagger. * New info. about deep-discount airfare on LiveSimply.us * New info. about animation / comics and manga on Christian-Artists.us ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- A Loving Designer -
If your day is not going well, and no one seems to care, please consider this thought.
March, 2008
Happy Resurrection Sunday - Easter - The Mexican Riviera -
In Cabo, Maynardio gave his little toes a refreshing bath...while his hands watched with envy. In the distance, Maynardio's inflatable cruise ship drifted away. Two minutes after this picture was taken, the ship fell off the edge of the earth.
A festive wedding in Alcapulco.
Moments later, another wedding party entered the church.
In the same square, clowns performed a fun routine for a group of children.
During the journey, Maynardio protected Denny, the NCL Cruise Director, with his famous karate-action and kung-fu grip!
While the ocean rolled beneath us, original paintings and prints were discussed during an art presentation.
Sunset near Alcapulco.
Feb. 26, '08
Maynardio visited a leopard cub in Cabo San Lucas, during a fund raising event for the Santiago Zoo.
Maynardio sings with famous opera star, Cheesehead Jack!
Feb. 25, '08 Hundreds of imaginary birds were treated to a free concert and free target practice inPuerto Viarta.
Feb. 25, '08 Maynardio was pleased to meet painter, Sergio Garval. (parent advisory: his website includes some stylized nude paintings). In this painting, two people cling to their meaningless possessions, even though their lives are in danger. * Owning things can be nice, as long as the possessions don't own us. Also see our website Live Simply in the U.S. at:LiveSimply.us.
Cliff diving in Acapulco, Mexico.
High above Alcapulco...
On the NCL cruise to Mexico, Maynardio enjoyed listening to Jana Seale.
A picture of Tarzan (Johnny Weissmüller) and his swinging family.
Home sweet jungle home.
A bush sculpted to look like Tarzan's little monkey friend, Cheetah.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** New on St. Valentine's Day, a new section on Focus on Kindness called: Canine Support Teams, Inc. with 18 photos...Whoof! -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Visit our newest website: Christian-Artists.us This site offers encouragement to visual artists, performing artists and writers. It includes 'Links' to otherarts-relatedwebsites and a new'Events' section added on February 7th.
Create Your Own Website!
Only $6.99 per year... For a 5-page website! Click the One And One logo for details.
What Makes You Joyful?
Maynardio's friend launched a new website dedicated to joy, and she would like to hear from you!
Her middle name is Joy and she lives with her husband in the land of corn (Iowa).
To visit her website, click on thebronze Scottie dog. Or you can find a link to her Joyful site on FocusOnKindness.com.
Our twin brother, Maynard Livingston submitted this photo to theJoyful website (read details above).
Maynard Livingston also has his own website of adventure at: Maynard Livingston .com.
...And Maynardio submitted this Joyful photo.
Besides pictures, you can also submit your joyful thoughts.
On Monday, February 4th, Maynard felt a sense of joy when he learned about an organization called, Canine Support Teams, Inc. and so he submitted this note to the Joyful site.
Mr. Bird's Most Incredible Soap!
Who is this mysterious bearded fellow standing next to Maynardio?
Does he live in a little cave with a family of desert tortoises?
Nope...that's Mr. Bird!
And he wants to clean up America with his Most Incredible soap!
Help fight air pollution...go take a bath! Stay tuned... Mr. Bird's New Website is coming soon!
A fresh New Year just came out of the oven ...and it smells yummy!
**Dec.28,'07 new menu sections:Enjoy Life! & Kindness / Simplicity
Fellow Earthlings Wildlife Center
Dec. 14, '07
Although Maynardio encouraged the meerkat on his knee to eat figs...not worms, her addiction to worms got the better of her (close-up below). And while she indulges herself, Maynardio tries his best to comfort her teary-eyed husband.
Let us all help Maynardio cheer up Mr. Meerkat, by singing that good ol' American folk song... "Oh Susanna, don't you cry for me, 'cause I've come from Alabama with a meerkat on my knee!" (Photo taken by Larry Meza)
Although Mrs. Meerkat throws a tantrum and yells at the tiny mealworms below, she does not intimidate Nelda the worm. As we see in this photo, Nelda's cartoon voice bubble is dominating the conversation.
Hoping to make a guest appearance on Meerkat Manor, Maynardio tries to impress the meerkats, with a fascinating balancing act.
And as we can see, his audience is extremely impressed.
Disguising himself as a mother meerkat, Secret Agent Maynardio gains the trust of two outlaw twins.
To learn more about the Center and their unique 'Adopt-a- Meerkat' program, also visit Animal Planets' website. Many of the meerkats at the Center have also appeared on the TV series, Meerkat Manor.
Seeds Artists Fellowship
Dec. 22, '07
Maynardio used to attend an artist's group called, Crosshatch, but they stopped meeting several years ago. However, the group started up again and now it is called, Seeds.
Merry Christmas!
Charlie Brown once asked what Christmas was all about, and his good friend, Linus, gave a simple yet profound answer(click here to listen).
The Maynard Brothers wish you and yours a peaceful and happy holiday season.
Dec. 9, '07
Maynardio visited with some of the cast from Dicken's play, 'A Christmas Carol' at the Bird Cage Theatre at Knott's Berry Farm.
Photo by: Ken Stack
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Visit our two new websites!
The purpose of this website is to encourage Americans to live simply.
The newest item on F.O.K. is a book called: "Teaching Kids to Care". (Please see below)
Shirl Thomas (left) was the Content Editor for a new parenting book called, 'Teaching Kids to Care'.
We often hear about the lack of kindness in our world, however there are things that we can do to address this problem and make a positive change for our future.
Shirl Thomas and some of her writer friends gather at her annual holiday party.
They invited Maynardio, because they needed a Christmas elf.
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Doctor Floyd Holiday Spectacular!
** Listen to the new Doctor Floyd holiday radio show, "North By North Pole!" (episode #SE016). The cast included: Grant Baciocco, Doug Price, Chuck McCann, Moira Quirk, Ken Greenwald, Swazzle, Jen Messina and Maynardio played the part of Santa's top elf, Tappy. This program was recorded live at the Colony Theatre on December 9th, '07.
The Ranger Station at Knott's
Dec. 9, '07
What is inside the Knott's Berry Farm Ranger Station?
(See below)
It's a Holiday Bug Party with Ranger Sue!
A fight breaks out between two cockroach dancers.
Maynardio thinks they have had two much eggnog.
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** News update about Maynard the Kangaroo (please click here). Thanks to Amanda Murry, from Iowa, for this news tip.
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Santa is going Green!
Many of us are familiar with the famous flying reindeer from the North Pole.
However, these days even Santa is going green and he has been testing a smaller alternative to luxury-size reindeer.
Watch out Rudolph, this little piggy wants your job!
Her nose might not glow in the dark, but her small body is very aerodynamic.
When she lifts off the ground, her retractable landing gear pulls close to her body, thus reducing wind drag and increases fuel effiency.
A new national defense program was unveiled during an air show at the Orange County Fair. The Navy refers to it as the Ultra-Sonic Pig Project.
Scientists have been studying flying pigs for years, but a new research
study in Portugal revealed an amazing secret. When flying pigs in study group A enjoyed a
balanced diet of traditional slop, their flight-speed remained average. However, when flying pigs in study group B enjoyed a balanced diet of fresh figs mixed with traditional slop, their flight-speed increased dramatically.
During the air show, an amazing demonstration proved beyond
a-shadow-of-doubt that these findings were accurate. After one pig was
given a handful of fresh figs, he turned around and jumped into the air and then bam...he disappeared! A moment later, everyone heard a sonic boom and then a pink streak whooshed along the floor of the stadium. No one was sure what had happened. However, a special high-speed camera, captured this amazing image.
* Prof. Steven Rousseau sent us this equation: F(lying)+(p)IGS=FIGS
Happy Thanksgiving from We Give Thanks, Inc.
If you live near Orange County, California, and you don't have a place to go for Thanksgiving, We Give Thanks, Inc.will be giving away free dinners for an estimated 15,000 people. For more info. please visit the Focus on Kindness website link in the menu on the left. Volunteers are also needed to serve food. Thank you!
In December...Pigs can fly!
You've heard of Dasher and Dancer, Comet and Blitzen, Prancer and Cupid, Donner and Vixen.
But have you ever seen a pig fly?
In December, come back and see!
It's time for creepiness! Listen to Maynard's evil twin brother on DoctorFloyd.com (episodes 610, 611 and 612).
Our "Links-Voices-Contact" page has been updated. (Including additional radio spots)
New Website!
Nov. 8, '07 Please click logo to enter.
Yesterday, Maynard finished the Focus on kindness
logo design (above) and today he invites you to come to the open house.
However, please keep in mind that many of the rooms are not yet
furnished.
Nov 13,'07 - Over sixty entries were added to the new 'Quote' section.
World Kindness Day
If you know an angry person, please remind them that November 13th is World Kindness Day! Of course, just to be on the safe side, you may want to tell them from a safe distance, and be sure to wear a helmet.
-- WORLD EXCLUSIVE --
Maynardio Rescues Mr. Bush!
October 29, 2007, At 1:01 pm Pacific Standard Time, Maynardio Rescued Mr. Bush near the rose garden.
Oct. 29, '07
When Maynardio
heard that fumigation would destroy the plants near the base of his
sister's house, he sprang into action with a shovel in hand and uprooted Mr. Bush. He then transplanted the shrub to a safer location.
Oct. 30, '07
Maynardio and Mr. Bush posed for a publicity photo near Mr. Bush's new home. Throughout his adult life, Mr. Bush had lived in a planter above a rose garden and
this move was difficult for him. However he is looking forward to being
closer to the gound-level flowers that he loves so well. Although the move was only
yesterday, he has already made a
new best friend... the family dog (whoof!).
Please Note: In case you are wondering, Mr. Bush is not related to anyone in public office.
This summer, Maynard Livingston spent some quality time with a Guest at the San Diego Wild Animal Park.
If you enjoy looking at this photo, just click on the following link, and it will take you to Maynard Livingston .com
* Note: No insults were intended (unless you are a mean-spirited, wasteful, back-stabbing trouble-maker).
Maynard Livingston was very happy when the Leslie Family found him wandering in the remote jungles of Escondido. The family had sailed on a pirate ship from New Zealand searching for the lost explorer. And here, we see their joyful reunion through the captain's telescope.
Maynardio's friend,Mr. Pickle, was a big hit at theNew Media Expo. In fact, because of him, everyone was able to take home a pint of hamburger relish!
He will be missed.
Sept. 28, '07
When Evil Dr. Grant (far right) read a boring poem, Maynardio's jaw fell asleep and his mouth would not close.
Dr. Floyd's assistant, Doug (center) and a little red robot named, C.H.I.P.S., then attempted to comfort Maynardio with an exotic soft shoe dance.
** To enter the family-friendly world of Doctor Floyd,click here.
And now, it's time for...something tasty!
Oct. 3, '07
The Rousseau family invited Maynard over to their house and fed him vegetarian ribs covered in barbecue sauce.
Maynardenjoyed the veggie-ribs so much, he designed a thank you card with these two drawings, to commemorate the messy event.
Aaaah!
A brief descripton ofMaynardland.com in six different languages:
* English - Maynardland.com has silly pictures and stories. * Español - Maynardland.com tiene fotos e historias divertidas. * français - Maynardland.com a des photos et des histoires drôles. * italiano - Maynardland.com è divertente immagini e storie. * Deutsch - Maynardland.com hat lustige Bilder und Geschichten.
* português - Maynardland.com foi engraçado fotos e notícias.
September, 2007
-- Tiki Oasis --
Aug. 18, '07 Fans of tiki culture clustered together for a weekend of tikimania at Tiki Oasis 7.
Santa's sons are happy to be away from the North Pole, and here no one laughs when they wear colorful tiki shirts.
The Towering Tiki Monster's eyes blaze with fire and inside his burning belly stands a little man serving drinks.
Not long ago, this place was full of thirsty patrons, but alas, molten lava tends to burn holes in the pocketbook. It also burns holes through pretty much everything else too... including customers!
Doug DeWit (drummer for the Tiki Tones band) and teetotalerMaynardiowatched with amazement as yet another customer turned into a puff of smoke, after one too many sips of lava.
Doug worked with a Maynardio look-alike named,Maynardat Disneyland.
Vernon, the "Master of Disguise", has successfully infiltrated Tiki Oasis by dressing like a millionaire.
Summergrass (Bluegrass Music Festival) 2007
Aug. 26, '07
Although Maynardio did not have a musical instrument, he found a way to join a bluegrass band...by using an umbrella.
Maynardio was happy to catch up with Wayne Rice, at Summer- grass this year. Waynehas been the host of KSON's "Bluegrass Special"radio program since 1976 and last year, Maynardio learned about Summergrass by listening to Wayne's show. {Listen 'live' on the WEB, 10-12 Sunday nights}.
Summer- grass Kids playing various musical instruments for an audience.
Maynardio enjoyed listening to Eric Uglum and his sons and he especially liked a tune they played about an old dog called, "Old Blue". If you have an old dog, play this song for him or her and you might see 'em smile.
On the other hand, if you have a pet opossum, um...try a different song.
It was so great to see these kids involved with creating music, we just had to show another picture of them performing.
Maynard Livingston at the San Diego Zoo
Aug. 27, '07
Maynard Livingstonworking on the upper level of 'Monkey Trails', across from the Mandrill exhibit at the San Diego Zoo.
Come gather around and the silly fellow with a feathered stick will tell you something odd.
** New Website (July 10,2007)** * Visit Maynard Livingston and friends at: MaynardLivingston.com
August, 2007
August 6, '07
Maynard greets guests and offers directions at the San Diego Zoo.
August 6, '07
Willy the Giant Zookeeper and Maynard Livingston deal with something out of the ordinary. Thankfully, Livingston is able to face the situation with his amazing magic feather- duster.
California Fruit!
California is known for its fruits and nuts, and in this picture we see one of them posing for a picture behind a parked car.
* Listen to Maynard's voice-over demos at Maynard.voices.com. * See film clips of some of Maynard's brothers at YouTube.com.
San Diego Wild Animal Park
Maynard Livingston takes kitty for a walk.
* On Monday, August 6th, 20th and the 27th, Maynard Livingston will be filling in for Dr. Sarah A. Brupt on the upper deck of Monkey Trails at the San Diego Zoo from 3-7 p.m.
Alex Chituracreates animal sculptures at the San Diego Wild Animal Park. And here, we see him working with a hammer and chisel on a new hippo sculpture.
Comic-Con 2007 (International comics convention in San Diego)
July 29, '07
A Taste of Comic-Con.
Oh, the humanity!
The 'Making Comics 50 States Tour'withScott McCloud and family.
July 29, 2007
Maynardio attended a panel discussion called, 'My Dad Makes Comics!'
Moderated by Sky McCloud. Her younger sister, Winter McCloud was also
on the panel. The McCloud family is on a 50 state tour (also traveling
overseas). Click here to visit their website & blog. (Left to right: Ivy, Maynardio, Sky, Winter, Scott)
**Note: Their blog includes a photo with Maynard's evil twin brother!
July 29, '07
Scott McCloud autographs a copy of his book, 'Making Comics' for Maynardio.
During their tour across the United States, Scott and Ivy carry along this body-guard on the roof of their mini van.
Sky and Winter like their robot brother, because he does the dishes when they're camping.
Crusher the Robot, is very happy today, because he gets to play 'Smash Smash' with the other robots at Comic-Con.
Among the endless displays at Comic-Con dedicated to imaginary warfare, Maynardio was quite pleased to see his ol' friend, Wally Gator.
Wally and Maynardio reminisced about the days when cartoons on television were safe for all ages.
Maynardio took this picture, and as everyone knows...pixies love fellas who wear green pointy hats.
Just down the street from the San Diego Convention Center, Maynardio notices a military giant and his lady friend smooching near the USS Midway.
Buying rollerblades at the Oceanside Swap Meet
While visiting the Oceanside Swap Meet, Maynardio bought a pair of rollerblades from Larry for $25. Besides getting a good deal, Maynardio also experienced something rare in Southern California... a thought- provoking conversation. Thank you Larry!
June 25, '07
Maynardio learned how to rollerskate when he was a kid, but this was his first attempt at rollerblading.
Thankfully, he was wearing protective equipment, otherwise his hand would have been munched.
To be on the safe side, Maynardio borrowed this video from the library.
From the video, Maynardio learned techniques on how to remain balanced and how to stop.
He also learned to stay low, so that his falls would take less time, and that way he could fall more often.
June 18, '07
This elephant is an expert shopper, he charges everything... and yet he doesn't carry a credit card!
Visit the Livingstons: Maynard Sat.-Mon. 4-8pm / Marty Tues.-Fri. 4-8pm
June 18, '07
On this day, Park Master, Maynard Livingston discovers a sharp pin on the back of his nametag.
Now he knows why his chest feels like it was stung by a scorpion.
Maynardio learns how to talk like an angel fish.
June 9th,'07 Mrs. Carol Anne 'fish lips' McGuire(President and Lead Rocker of 'Rock Our World') grew up in a large aquarium with a family of angel fish. Now she teaches movie stars how to communicate with underwater creatures. Maynardio hopes to lure a mermaid into a conversation this summer by wiggling his pinky like a tasty worm.
June 9,'07 Rock Our World is a new program that links students from around the world. Rock Our World has been presented to the United Nationson two occations and the American Film Institute participated in a filmmaking session on June 9th at the historic Sonlight theatre in Orange, California.
A Tribute to Maynard's Parents
June 2, 2007 On this date, ten years ago, a great man passed away. He was neither famous nor rich, but he was a great father. Both he and my mother were marvelous parents and they gave me a wonderful childhood. Although they are no longer with us, I treasure the innocence of childhood that still lives inside me. And someday, I hope to share that gift by writing and illustrating children's stories. I love ya mom and pop and I hope to do the things that would have made you proud. Sincerely, Maynard
Memorial Day Weekend
The Maynard Brothers have a friend named, John who lived in China many years ago. And when the Communists came into power, they pressured John to teach propaganda in his church. However, when John refused, they put him and his wife into prison and took away their home. After a few years, John's wife died behind bars, but John was eventually released after 22 years.
The Maynard Brothers are thankful for the brave men and women who have made great sacrifices to keep our country free. And during this Memorial Day weekend, we have a question:
If this was your last summer of freedom, what dream would you want to fulfill?
March, April, May, 2007
May 9, 2007 This morning, Maynard wrote down a few ideas for new children's stories, including one story that is located in a place that smells bad. He is also working on some other stories, but they are located several miles away from the place that smells bad. However, after reading them, people might conclude that they all stink...hee,hee. For more information, just click on: Maynard's Stories. Thank you!
March 10,'07
This ancient kangaroo will teach Maynardio the fine art of playing a musical roo.
During his first lesson, Maynardio plays a lovely tune about the 'Out Back' on the back of a musical roo at the Australia Zoo.
"A one... and a two... and a one... and a two..."
A dancing roo at the Australia Zoo!
He loves ta wiggle to Maynardio's furry um-pa-pa tunes (played on the back of an out-back hopper).
The polka that makes ya move baby...
A one and a two... and a one and a two...
New Zealand
February 2, 2007
What type of uniform is this?
And where is he going?
And what are those things?
Pork rinds hanging from the ceiling???
More details will eventually find there way to this website...
unless they get lost in the dark.
February 7, 2007
Auckland, New Zealand at night with a typical American tourist.
Feb. 14, 2007
Maynardio's brother, Maynard, kayaking on Lake Mapourika, in the beautiful Franz Josef glacier valley.
The Great Barrier Reef
March 21,'07
Maynardio prepares for a dive at the Great Barrier Reef, about 27 miles from shore, near Port Douglas.
In Australia, Divers usually wear 'stinger suits' to prevent jelly fish from stinging them. In this picture, Maynardio is wearing a blue stinger suit.
Fish city.
On the second dive, there were lots of small jellyfish near the surface of the water. Thankfully however, the jellyfish in this area were not dangerous.
A young sea turtle glides through the water, near the ocean floor.
Maynardio took this photograph while he was swimming. To the left, rocks from the reef, and in the distance, on the right, the dive boat waits for our return.
Maynardio has more photos to share from his adventures in New Zealand and Australia, but for now, let's see what Maynardio has been doing since his return to California.
Families Matter at Fullerton University
April 29,'07
Maynardio played the the part of Storyteller at the annualFamilies Matterevent at Cal State Fullerton.
In this photo, Maynardio displays a book by Scott Gustafson.
Maynardio also told one of Maynard'snew original stories called, 'Honey Queen'.
In this strange land, where children wear tin foil hats, Maynardio watched with amazement as Crab Girl unlatched her jaw, like a python, and then gobbled down a giant water balloon.
Festival of Books at UCLA
April 28,'07
Hungry for books, they came. But making a tasty meal from pieces of paper was still a challenge (even here at UCLA). Thankfully, the FDA recently approved the use of candy-coated book covers.
Maynardio was very pleased to meet Michael Hague (renowned children's book illustrator) at the Storyopolis booth.
While wandering around UCLA, Maynardio bumped into Joe the monkey from
The Money Mammals.
Joe may look hungry in this picture, but that's because the camera looked like a banana.
Catalina Island
April 30,'07
The city of Avalon at 4:15 in the afternoon.
Catalina, a golf cart paradise!
Snorkeling in the waters of Catalina gave Maynardio a happy feeling.
February, 2007
Sydney, Australia
Feb. 24,'07
Maynardio performing his daily happiness exercises near the Sydney Opera House.
February 24, 2007 There is a rumor in Australia that Vice President Dick Chaney is visiting Sydney this weekend in order to have a photo op with Maynardio. Currently Maynardio is staying at the Central YHA hostel in downtown Sydney.
Feb. 24,'07
Maynardio sits in a double decker bus (stuck in traffic) as Vice President, Chaney, drives through the intersection ahead.
Koala Gardens, Australia
Feb. 6, 2007
Maynardio near Cairns , Australia with a slow movin' critter. We could all learn a lesson from this little fella about the fine art of being mellow.
Orlando, Florida
January, 2007
When visiting Florida, sometimes it's best to leave your car at home!
Maynardio wanted to post more photos from his recent trip to Florida, but he had some unexpected last-minute technical problems. And now he only has enough time to pack, before leaving on another adventure. On February 3rd he's leaving for a trip to Australia and New Zealand.
Gatorland in Florida.
Some day they'll eat lots of cars, just like their dad.
2007 has begun...and with it, a rare image of... a menehune elf!
He may look harmless, but this little elfcreature is a tricky devil!
More photos to follow...after Maynard and his brother, Maynardio, return from Florida. They're suppose to come back to California in mid-January. Unless of course, they get eaten by gators.
December, 2006
Tis the season to celebrate the birth of grooviest of dudes! The Maynard Brothers wish everyone a peaceful and happy holiday season.
Dec. 17, '06
While visiting Mars, Saint Nicholas volunteered as a camp counselor. And here we see him entertaining two martian boys with a life-size Maynardio Puppet.
* The originalSaint Nicholas lived in Turkey hundreds of years ago.
Maynardio's Nephew, Brian Newell, has a new stage play that he adapted from a 1964 movie called, 'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians'. For more info. go to Maverick Theater.com
A bit of silly business for the holidays.
December 18, 2006
Maynard made a Christmas greeting card for his musician friend, Keith Lowe. They both enjoy children's book illustrations. Keith lives in the state of Washington, near the Canadian border.
Dec. 16, '06
Maynardio visited The Bird Cage Theatre at Knott's Berry Farm to see'A Christmas Carol'and 'The Gift of the Magi'. Years ago,comedian,Steve Martinperformed on this same stage.
Dec. 7, '06
Maynardio saw some cats and other critters at the Pantages Theater, in Los Angeles. Standing behind him we see a group of happy animal lovers.
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A group of animal lovers enjoyed a bit of freedom in the streets of L.A. before returning to their cages. Bird girl (Rae) sores along the sidewalk squalking at passing cars. Click hereto visit Bird Girl's blog (she also paints murals).
The big yellow cat (above) does not seem amused.
*** WORLD EXCLUSIVE PHOTO OF MENEHUNE ELF ***
October 8, 2006
Behold...a mysterious menehune, lifting a prehistoric Ork Ork egg.
This photograph was taken in a tropical forest on the island of Kauai.
The Maynard Brothers have three more photographs of this elusive elf creature. Please feel free to leave us a note in the Guest Book, if you would like us to put these rare pictures on Maynardland.com.
** Menehune Photo Update ** Nov. 20, '06 - The Maynard Brothers would like to show the three remaining photographs of the menehune elf, and pictures of Waikiki after the earthquake on October 15, 2006. However, Maynardio put all of the photos in a secret place and he refuses to say where they are.
Podcast Update:
The Halloween episodes of DoctorFloyd.comare now ready for your listening pleasure. Originally, these two programs were #503 and #504 but they are now called: #504 - It Was A Dark And Stormy Night and #505 - Night Of The Living Dumb. Maynardio provided the voice of the creepy announcer. (These shows are light-hearted & family friendly).
Update: Rebuilding the website.
November 16, 2006 - Three days ago, the Maynard Brothers were informed that the on-line software used to create this website, will soon be discontinued. Therefore, all photos (374-yikes!), stories, links and other information on Maynardland.com must be moved to another location (before it all disappears into cyber-space). The Maynard Brothers are looking forward to producing a silly book, but until further notice, they will be busy caring for a hungry little cyber-pet named, 'Maynardland'.
November, 2006
Thanksgiving - a time to be thankful for the gift of life.
To appease your ravenous hunger for menehune photographs onThanksgiving day, we offer you a slice of...Pirate Eric!
Oct. 31, '06 On a modern steel ship called,'TheBus', Pirate Eric sailed through the streets of Honolulu following the North Star (seen in the window, on the left)with Mary, a lovely pirate damsel.
* Maynardio asked his barber if lady pirates would sit next to him, if he had his head shaved. But the barber replied, "Dear boy, if your noggin were smooth, your hat would slide off!"
Oct. 15, '06 On this day, an earthquake shook the Sandwich Islands (ie. Hawaii). In this photo, Maynardio is seen shushing his brother, Maynard. Evidentally, Maynardio was trying to keep something secret from the media.
Oct. 15, '06 After the earthquake... no electricity for many hours in Oahu (although generators provided some emergency light). Why does Maynardio look so guilty?
Oct. 4, 2006
Sand surfing in Waikiki.
These were the care free days,
before the troubles began...
before Maynardio's encounter with...
a magical elf!
An inspirational thought from the Maynard Brothers
Oct. 3, '06
It takes boldness to make a fresh new statement...
We are the style leaders of tomorrow!
Right to left:Maynardio; his sister, Bonnie True; and Mr. Eric Boydston at the Halekulani Hotel, Waikiki Beach, Oahu.
Da Da Da...
Hale Aloha Hostel, Waikiki (October 11th-17th, 2006)
Note: If you like to meet interesting people from around the world, consider staying at a hostel. Hostels are located in almost every country throughout the world and they are usually very economical. For instance, it only cost $20. a day to stay at this hostel, located only 1.5 blocks from Waikiki Beach! Maynardio met the peole below at the Hale Aloha Hostel.
Takanori Kumazaki is from Japan and hehas participated in 100+ dives throughout the world. When Maynardio and Takanori went snokel- ing in Hanauma Bay, Maynardio enjoyed listening to Taka's underwater adventures.
Three visitors from Japan, left to right:
1 - Kengo 2 - Miwa 3 - Midori
and Maynardio (but he's #4... not from Japan)
Oct. 13, '06
Nils Janse (Sweden)
Shinya Komazuki (Japan)
Nils and Maynardio tried to teach Shinya some face- stretching and smooshing exercises.
Oct. 16, '06
Anna (New Jersey, USA)
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Juan Chaves (Costa Rica)
Oct. 10, 2006
Arthur is from England and just a few moments after this picture was taken, a shuttle took him to the airport, in route to Japan. Click here to visit his website and read about his travel adventures.
Talk Story Festival, 2006
Oct. 13, '06 The Oh Family had read that Maynardio would be in Oahu, for the annual Talk Story (storytelling) Festival, and so they kindly greeted him at the event.
Oct. 3, '06
Brother Maynard stepped away from writing to do a bit of snorkeling in Shark's Cove, on theNorth Shore,nearWaimea.
The Spookiest Halloween Costume of 2006
This little girl scared all of her fellow classmates when she came to school dressed as a dog wearing a spider costume.
Maynardio will be the Special Guest Announcer for Doctor Floyd's Halloween Podcasts (episodes #504 and #505).Presently, June Foray(the famous voice of Rocky the Flying Squirrel) is their Guest Star. Dr. Grant (left), Dr. Floyd (center) and Maynardio (right). Click here to visit: DoctorFloyd.com
October, 2006
Sept. 29, '06
Maynardio experiences the happy feeling while standing on a mound of red dirt in Maui.
The Sandwich Islands '06
* On September 25th, Maynard went to Hawaii for three weeks to write a children's book. Maynard and his twin brother, Maynardio, visited Maui, Oahu and Kauai.
* On September 26th , Maynardio was offered a job at a radio station in Maui. However, if he had accepted the job, he would have had to move to paradise. He finally decided to pass up the offer and return to Southern California.
* On October 15th, While visiting Oahu, Maynardio was tricked by a menehune (elf) and because of this, the Sandwich Islands (or Hawaiian Islands) were shaken by a mysterious earthquake.
More information will be posted momentarily. Captions & additional
photos will come within the next few days...hopefully (unless Maynardio
gets tricked again).
Radio on the island of Maui
Sept. 29, '06 On KAOI'sAloha Friday Show (featur- ing Joel Agnew (right) Maynardio performed the voice of a hot air balloon captain. Singer, Paula Fuga, was a delightful guest. * To learn more about Paula and to hear her lovely music, Click here.
Sept. 29, '06
On the Upside with Teriis a live radio talk show on KAOI. On today's show, Teri invited Maynardio to sit in as a guest announcer.
While posing for the picture above, Maynardio's face got stuck in a time warp and so his expression here, looks the same.
Sept. 29, '06
Here we see Maynardio working on a new radio commercial for KPMW (105.5 FM).
Maynardio was pleased as punch when he was hired to write and perform another Menehune Drinking Water commercial.
Sept. 27, '06
Greetings from Maui.
Maynardio's brother, Maynard, hopes create a bit of happiness for the world by writing silly stories.
Aloha!
The Maui County Fair and Parade
September. 28, 2006
Maynardio discovers a giant fan at the Fair and for some reason, it resembles a farris wheel.
Sept. 28, '06
Broox Hoyt(Maui Division Manager for the Menehune Water Company) and Maynardio (a tourist with a silly hat) at the Maui County Fair with bottles of Menehune Water.
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Economy cars fight against strong winds in Maui.
Sept. 28, '06
When people walk their whales on this island, even pit bulls leave them alone.
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When good news is delivered, even the newspaper smiles.
Sept. 28, '06
Tiny menehune mothers in a toy truck, searching for someone with big fingers to play grampa's ukulele.
A Visit with Bird
September 25, 2006
Question: What do you feed a guest who wears a silly green hat?
Today on the island of Maui, Maynardio's friend, Mark Jamgochian (or *Bird)collected avocados from the large tree in his backyard. Shortly thereafter, Maynardio enjoyed a nice green avo sandwich.
*Bird is an artist and surfer and he lives in Maui with his wife and daughter. Please click here to learn more about Bird. Please click here to see some of his colorful designs.
Sept. 25, '06
This avocado, came from Bird's tree. However, it did not come from his sneaky coconut tree (hiding in the background).
Sept. 28, '06
Bird adds a few touches of paint to his unique surfer bus.
On the side door there's a self-portrait of the artist with his wife, Jamie, their baby daughter, Mara and their cat and dog.
Sept. 29, '06
Behind the artist, on the right, there's a painting of their pet cat riding a wave on a boogie board.
Sept. 29, '06
Looking for waves in paradise.
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Happy papa Bird and his little daughter, Mara.
Sept. 29, '06
Part of the process of harvesting sugar cane in Maui is burning the fields.
Controlled burns are used to expose bare canes just before harvesting.
Sept. 29, '06
Although flying reindeer are masters of the sky...
Santa prefers to play golf with the big dogs.
Sept. 29, '06
While Maynardio spends time eating avocados and visiting radio stations, his brother, Maynard, drives to the beach, hoping to do a bit of writing.
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On April 5, 2005 Maynardland was hatched and after 3 years it has become an 
The new format is coming soon.
If your day is not going well, and no one seems to care, please consider this thought.
In Cabo, Maynardio gave his little toes a refreshing bath...while his hands watched with envy. 
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Who is this mysterious bearded fellow standing next to Maynardio?
Help fight air pollution...go take a bath!
Dec. 14, '07
Hoping to make a guest appearance on Meerkat Manor, Maynardio tries to impress the meerkats, with a fascinating balancing act.
Pam Bennett- Wallberg is the Executive Director of the 
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Shirl Thomas (left) was the Content Editor for a new parenting book called, 'Teaching Kids to Care'. 
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Watch out Rudolph, this little piggy wants your job!
A new national defense program was unveiled during an air show at the Orange County Fair. The Navy refers to it as the Ultra-Sonic Pig Project.
You've heard of Dasher and Dancer, 
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This summer, Maynard Livingston spent some quality time with a Guest at the San Diego Wild Animal Park.
Maynard Livingston was very happy when the Leslie Family found him wandering in the remote jungles of Escondido. The family had sailed on a pirate ship from New Zealand searching for the lost explorer. And here, we see their joyful reunion through the captain's telescope.
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Doug DeWit (drummer for the 
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While visiting the Oceanside Swap Meet, Maynardio bought a pair of rollerblades from Larry for $25. Besides getting a good deal, Maynardio also experienced something rare in Southern California...
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The Maynard Brothers have a friend named, John who lived in China many years ago. And when the Communists came into power, they pressured John to teach propaganda in his church. However, when John refused, they put him and his wife into prison and took away their home. After a few years, John's wife died behind bars, but John was eventually released after 22 years.
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Maynardio's Nephew, Brian Newell, has a new stage play that he adapted from a 1964 movie called, 'Santa Claus Conquers the Martians'. For more info. go to 
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Takanori Kumazaki is from Japan and he has participated in 100+ dives throughout the world. When Maynardio and Takanori went snokel- ing in Hanauma Bay, Maynardio enjoyed listening to Taka's underwater adventures.
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