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Check out this cool e-mail we got from Germany!
Dear KOSI,
this is Tasja from Germany. I am very glad that I can listen to your radion
station on the internet.
I was a foreign exchange student in Denver last school year. I remember
listeing to KOSI with my host family all the time during Christmas time. I
bet you can imagine how happy I am that I can listen to it again this year.
You give me the chance to remind me of all the wonderful memories of my
"American Christmas" last year and I would like to thank you with all my
heart for that.
Merry Christmas or Fröhliche Weihnachten (Merry Christmas in German)
Tasja Prior
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Good Morning Murphy and Jo,
After coordinating an adopt-a-family effort in my office for the past 5 years, this year my husband and I have adopted a 3 member family ourselves. We are blessed with having everything we need and being able to purchase those extra items that we want. We have told our children and extended family not to give us gifts any longer and we will do the same for them.
We completed the shopping for our "family" which included all of the items on their profile sheet plus a few extras like mugs and hot chocolate mix. As I was wrapping the presents last night I realized that I had experienced none of the usual stress feelings from shopping in prior years. Instead I felt only peace and joy knowing that on Christmas morning a family would have the happiness of opening gifts, mostly of things they truly need rather than nothing. This is the most wonderful gift that we could give or receive.
Happy Holidays to you and your families!
"Let there be peace on Earth and let it begin with me . . ."
Connie and Randy
Questions? Email the ladies at Stylematters@comcast.net

We Talked to Vince Robinson and Jamie Lujan from the Cleo Parker Robinson production "Granny Dances to a Holiday Drum"! For more info go HERE! or call 303-295-1759!

We sent our producer Gov out to Saturn North on 104th to Stuff a Saturn with toys for local area Women's shelters! He'll be out again next thursday at Saturn Aurora!

Murphy and Jo hosted The St Nick Breakfast in the ChristKindle market at Cherry Creek mall and met the amazing Elizabeth Lane (that's her above with St. Nick) who gave them some of the history of German Style Christmas! To hear a snippet CLICK HERE!

We sent our producerGov down to the Denver Center for Performing Arts to interview Molly Ringwald who is starring in the touring version of "Sweet Charity"! The show runs through Dec. 17th, for more info go HERE!

The KOSI 101 Management would like to Wish everyone Happy Holidays!!

Patty from Human Resources had a Christmas meltdown!
Listen HERE!

We talked to Sylvester Stallone about the new Rocky - "Rocky Balboa" that he wrote, directed, and starred in! It comes out on the 20th! For more info go HERE!


Jo has a new hat! We all tried it on and decided it's the most flattering on Dave the news guy!

We talked to Precilla Dunstan, the creator of Dunstan Baby, a method for understanding the language of babies! For more info go HERE!

We talked to actress and now author Teri Garr about her book! For more info go HERE!

Just In Case You need Santa's Address to send him your list:
Santa Claus, 123 Main Street, North Pole, NY, 12946
If you have a child (under 10) who would like to read their list on the air to make sure Santa hears it e-mail us!
MurphyandJo@kosi101.com!

HOW WOMEN GET BACK AT MEN (Men’s Health)
300 women were surveyed and here are the top 8 ways they punish their men for angering them:
1) I give him the silent treatment till he cracks
2)I withhold sex till he grovels
3) I flirt with other guys
4)I tell him I'm disappointed, cry, and make him feel miserable
5) I go out with girlfriends and hope he worries
6) I don’t pick up the phone when he calls
7) I force him to talk about whatever the problem is
8) I buy myself something nice with our money, because I can

The 10 Worst Holiday Gift Ideas:
According to SixWise.com, this year in the U.S. alone, nearly $250 billion will be spent between
Thanksgiving and Christmas on gifts. Here are 10 common gifts that should be avoided along with
seven sure-bets when it comes to giving gifts.
Gift you should avoid:
1. Exercise equipment 6. Weird items
2. Anything used 7. Clothing
3. Gifts that require work, appliances 8. Lingerie
4. Socks 9. Items that could hurt (or annoy) others
5. Homemade trinkets 10. Novelty Gifts
Safe gifts:
- Gift Cards - Jewelry
- Toys - Soaps, bath salts, and other “neutral” toiletries
- Electronics - Books and movies
- Personalized gifts - Tasteful unique gifts
Among the most desired gifts, Consumer Reports found that electronics were tops for men while
women prefer gift cards, followed closely by jewelry. Find out more at www.sixwise.com.

Due to Popular demand here is Mike Nelson's Wild Rice Casserole Recipe:
INGREDIENTS:
11/2 Cup Wild Rice (We use Lundberg Wild Blend)
1 Quart Chicken Broth
2 Tablespoons Butter or Margarine
½ Cup chopped Green Pepper
½ Cup chopped Onion
½ Cup chopped Celery
¼ Cup slivered Almonds (Optional)
2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
½ Teaspoon of Salt
Dash of Black Pepper
1 can (10 1/2 oz) of Cream of Mushroom Soup
DIRECTIONS:
Combine rice and broth in saucepan. Bring to a boio; cover and simmer for 25 mins or longer (until liquid is absorbed by rice)
Melt butter in skillet – saute the vegatables for about 10 mins – Mix with rice and soup and rest of ingredients into a 2 Quart casserole dish
Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes or until hot.
Can be made ahead and heated
Can freeze, thaw and reheat.

You can tell a lot about a woman by her toilet paper.
ONE-PLY – She wants to save trees, her home’s pipes or pennies. She’s also risk-averse, says Stephen Juan, Ph.D., a lecturer in human development at the University of Sydney.
TWO-PLY – She’s liberal, relaxed and altruistic, says Juan. She gives all day, so she wants to be pampered.
MEGA ROLL – She’s afraid of being caught with her pants down and her roll empty. Or she wants to turn her two-ply into a four-ply experience.
PAPER END OVER – She may be pushy or controlling. She wants to be on top in everything in her life, including toilet paper placement.
PAPER END UNDER – She’s an extrovert. Or she’s a cat owner. Anyone with a feline knows that an “over” roll will quickly become an empty roll.





1. Prepare, prepare, prepare
Planning ahead will only alleviate stress later on. What can you do now that you won't have to face later? Shopping, organizing, making phone calls...Create a master list of what needs to be accomplished by when. Next, begin crossing off items on the list as you take care of them
2. Take a breath
You will undoubtedly encounter stressed out people during the holidays. Instead of taking on their energy as your own, take a deep breath and let it go. Make a conscious choice how you will respond to others' negativity.
3. Don't overcommit
This time of year, your calendar can easily fill up with party after party. If you truly want to enjoy this time of year, take some time for yourself and learn to say no. Realize you are not obligated to attend every gathering you are invited to. Pick and choose the ones you are really excited about, and be sure to plug in some relaxing evenings in between.

Dress for Success is a non-profit that provides professional clothing for low income women in need!
For more information please call: 303-832-1889 or go HERE!





Celebutard = Someone who is both famous and famously shallow, a blend of celebrity, debutante, and retarded.
Tanorexic = A compulsive tanning machine addict.
Smirt = A person who flirts while smoking outside office buildings and bars.
Beigeisms = boring ideas.
Sadfab = An acronym for "single and desperate for a baby", women nearing menopause who are in a hurry to procreate.
Peacocking = To dress outrageously as a way of getting attention.
Muffin Top = That roll of skin that hangs over the top of tight low-waist jeans.

Santa Claus, Barbie and Mickey Mouse have been named as some of the most influential imaginary
people of all time. Captain Kirk, Mr. Spock, Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Sherlock Holmes, Batman and
John Doe also made the 101-strong list, comprised by Allan Lazar, Dan Karlan and Jeremy Slater in
the book “The 101 Most Influential People Who Never Lived.” Only characters that have managed to
“shape society, change our behavior, and set the course of history” made the cut. Here are the top
30:
1. The Marlboro Man 11. Uncle Tom 21. Smokey Bear
2. Big Brother 12. Robin Hood 22. Robinson Crusoe
3. King Arthur 13. Jim Crow 23. Apollo and Dionysus
4. Santa Claus 14. Oedipus 24. Odysseus
5. Hamlet 15. Lady Chatterly 25. Nora Helmer
6. Dr. Frankenstein’s Monster 16. Ebenezer Scrooge 26. Cinderella
7. Siegfried 17. Don Quixote 27. Shylock
8. Sherlock Holmes 18. Mickey Mouse 28. Rosie the Riveter
9. Romeo and Juliet 19. The American Cowboy 29. Midas
10. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde 20. Prince Charming 30. Hester Prynne

We’ve all heard employees complain about their bosses. But the manager/employee relationship is just that, a relationship. Author John Putzier, who was a recruiter for 10 years, talked to employers and employees at various companies to compile info for his book, “Weirdos in the Workplace: The New Normal.” Here are some choice gripes bosses had about difficult employees:
1. Abuse of sick leave: This is a hot button for many bosses. According to Putzier, recent studies cite that one out of three employees who calls in sick really isn't. That sure makes it hard for the boss to plan when and how the work will get done.
2. Poor hygiene: A bar of soap and tube of toothpaste can go a long way in improving relationships at the office. If you wonder how people know it's you before you've even rounded the corner, you may want to kick your personal hygiene routine up a notch.
3. Out-of-control cubicles: It's great that you have a thing for troll dolls, but when your decorative enhancements spill over and out of your cube, it's time to tone things down a bit.
4. Unorthodox noises: You may think it's cute that your computer quacks every time you click your mouse, but before long, you can bet your boss will need to step in to stop your co-workers from cooking your goose.
5. Obnoxious cell phone behavior: It is never appropriate to receive multiple personal cell phone calls at work. Don't force bosses to eavesdrop on your cell conversations to ensure they're work-related. They've got plenty of other things to do.
6. Extended smoking breaks: When smoking breaks become too long and frequent, you force your manager to keep tabs on your whereabouts constantly. It's a workplace, not a day care.
7. Lousy table manners: Nothing irks your boss more than displaying poor table manners during a luncheon meeting with a client. It's embarrassing, and it reflects poorly on the quality of people at your company.
8. Selling your wares at the office: It starts out innocently enough. ... Alice brings little Suzie's Girl Scout cookie order form to work. Then Bill counters with an Amway catalog. Next it's Maria with her Bike-a-thon sponsorship request. Before you know it, the office is transformed into an exotic open air market with everyone raucously hawking their wares.
9. Red vs. blue states: It's great that you're an involved citizen who campaigned for your candidate. But leave the political bumper stickers and buttons at home when you go to work. Your boss doesn't want to be the mediator of the political debates you start in the office.
10. The office sourpuss: Nothing gets under a boss' skin like the chronic complainer. Your company gives out bonuses -- the sourpuss complains it's not enough. Your manager is delighted to let his team know he just landed a great new account -- the sourpuss complains about the impending workload. Don't be a drain on the office. Lighten up.




You can use a box yellow or spice cake mix, if you do not want to make cake from scratch. Just prepare the mix as directed on the box.
Cake
1 egg beaten 1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups flour
2 TBLS shortening 3 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
3 cups chopped rhubarb 1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup sliced strawberries 1 pint whipping cream (2 cups)
Cream the sugar and shortening until smooth, then add the egg. Mix the dry ingredients together, add to the sugar mixture alternating with the milk. Pour into a greased 9x13 pan.
Spread rhubarb and strawberries over the cake batter. Sprinkle with sugar. Pour the cream over the top. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-65 minutes, until the cake springs back lightly.
The rhubarb, strawberries, sugar and cream have formed a pudding or custard at bottom of pan. Enjoy.

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