Happy New Year!

Are you ready for 2009? Happy New Year! Have you made a list of resolutions for the coming year? We'd love to hear about them! Email me at lara@thefish959.com. Remember, if you don't have any plans for tomorrow night, you can join us at Knott's Berry Farm to ring in '09 with Kutless, Brandon Heath, Todd Agnew, Addison Road, and more, or listen to the live broadcast with Big Wave Dave from home. :-)

New Year's at Knott's!

Kutless...Todd Agnew...Brandon Heath....and Big Wave Dave! Ring in the '09 with these guys and more at Knott's Berry Farm. I was out there last year, and it was amazing! You get to go on all the rides (bundle up...I remember freezing on all the roller coasters), and also see some incredible performances. Here's the link for all the info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=1027973 Happy New Year! Enjoy this last weekend of 2008. :-)

God is good!

I first met Safe Haven earlier this year when they opened for Pillar at one of our LA Galaxy Faith and Family Nights. Not only were we all blown away by how AMAZING their music is, we feel so blessed to have gotten to know them and are so inspired by their huge hearts. Check out this email we just got from Safe Haven's Mani, and what they're doing in Guatemala. If you'd like to learn more about Safe Haven (they're from La Mirada), check out http://www.myspace.com/safehaven. Merry Christmas!!!

We're undoubtedly grateful for such a year like this one and especially for the memories, friendships, and dreams come true.

Every Year we travel to Guatemala(Central America) as a band and family to Help, Share, and Aid the Casa Hogar Orphanage in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala. We Share Christmas with them and we cook a special Turkey American Dinner that they Love so much! We even have Santa Clause come to Guatemala and each child receives a gift. Thankfully this Year we have fundraised throughout the year with various Safe Haven Live Love Concerts and we're doing something a lot bigger. With the Help of the band's supporters, sponsors, and friends... Mike Eldred @ Fender Custom Shop Donated Six Guitars and Truth Soul Armor donated tons of Clothes for the Kids! We will be taking the Kids to Amatique Bay Resort December 22 for a whole day(It's like raging waters with Great Food, Activites, and Musc). Also, Every Child will recieve Shoes, Clothes, and Backpacks/School Supplies for next year! Along with Santa Clause, Gifts, and Supplies... We'll be sharing the awesome Love that God has for them :) We're super excited! To make things even better, We'll be having a Fireworks show aswell for them and like tradition we'll be singing "Feliz Navidad".

I really wanted to share this attempt to bring Hope to a Nation that it's nature is to believe that they are hopeless! Not anymore, We'll also being a doing a Large Outreach Event in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala and we're just so Overwhelmed to see it's growth! I can't believe, God is undescribable!


God Bless You! We Hope to see you Next Year :)
-Mani Sandoval & The SH Boys!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: Almost 60% of married women say this is the BEST thing their hubby could do for them for Christmas. What?

A: Clean the house! Congrats to Megan in Santa Ana, who won a $50 gift certificate to Lux Spa at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk. Yay! This was our last Brainbuster of the year, and it will be back on 1/5/09 at 1:15 p.m. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: Almost 6000 people end up in the emergency room every year on Christmas...because of THIS. What?

A: O pening Christmas presents! In our eagerness to get to what's inside we can hurt ourselves, so please be careful and keep an eye on the little ones. Merry Christmas! Corey from Anaheim won a $50 Gift Certificate to Lux Spa at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk for being the 1st person to call in with the correct answer. Congrats! We'll have another gift certificate for you to win tomorrow at 1:15 p.m. Here's the link for more on the spa: http://www.anaheimgardenwalk.com/shopping/index.php?gid=8&rid=160

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: About 150,000 of THESE will happen on Christmas. What?

A: Proposals! How romantic is THAT?! Congrats to Janice, who won a pair of tix to see Michael W. Smith in concert TOMORROW night at Crossroads Church in Corona. Here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=951683

MercyMe's New Addition!

Congrats to Bart Millard and his wife Shannon! They welcomed their new baby girl Sophie Kate into their family last week. She came in at 7 lbs 19 inches long! Here's the link to a video from the big day, courtesy of our friends at StereoTruth.net:

http://www.stereotruth.net/2008/12/a-new-member-added-to-mercyme/

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: A new survey has found that almost 65% of us think it's perfectly alright to do this at Christmas. That's up from about 7% last year. What is it?

A: Regifting!!! As they say...one woman's trash is another woman's treasure. :-) Congrats to Emily from San Pedro, who grabbed tix to Thursday's Michael W. Smith "It's A Wonderful Christmas" show at Crossroads Church in Corona. Here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=951683

Watch Bebo at our Christmas Concert!

The Fish Christmas Concert with BEBO NORMAN is now online on our website!
Its Online and OnDemand!

http://www.kfsh.com/Article.asp?id=1055322&spid=18443

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: Almost 70% of men revealed that THIS affects how much time they spend Christmas shopping. (Source: Sears)

A: How their favorite football team is doing! Congrats to Malinda, who won a pair of tix to see Michael W. Smith this Thursday at Crossroads Church in Corona.

This Week's Brainbuster Prize

Today through Wednesday at 1:15 p.m., win a pair of tix to see Michael W. Smith on Thursday night at Crossroads Church in Corona! This is the "It's A Wonderful Christmas" show with Melinda Doolittle (from American Idol) and a full symphony orchestra. Wow! Here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=951683

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: What does the average American spend 95% of every day doing?

A: Sitting! In the car...at our desk... perhaps on the couch? Congrats to Katrina in Long Beach, who won a gift certificate to California Pizza Kitchen at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk. Big Wave Dave will be broadcasting live from the Gardenwalk tomorrow afternoon, and Fish Artist Jadon Lavik is doing a free concert! Here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=1027955

Another Bebo Pic...

Here's a pic of Bebo Norman (along with yours truly and Chris from The Queen Mary) thanking our sponsors and announcing contest winners at Tuesday's Fish Christmas Concert. We'll have tons of pics from the show on the site soon, along with video of Bebo and Jaymes Reunion performing. Keep checking back to http://www.fish959.com/! And remember, you can listen online by clicking the "Listen Live" button in the upper left-hand corner of the homepage. Happy Friday!

Christmas Outreach Dinner

Our friend Cindy let us know about something wonderful that The Crossing Church in Costa Mesa is doing! On Friday, December 19th, they're serving dinner from 5:00-8:00pm for the less fortunate in the community. They hope to serve over 800 people this year! Help is needed in many different areas: cooking a turkey, sorting clothes, serving food, setting up, tearing down, greeting our guests. If you can get involved, here's the church website: http://www.thecrossing.com/

Angel Tree

Today is all about raising money to allow Angel Tree (part of Prison Fellowship) to partner with local church to provide Christmas presents to kids who have a parent in prison. What a beautiful way to share the love of Christ and bless a child! And think of how wonderful this is for the parent, too. Please call 1-888-264-3505, or click here to donate online: https://donations.pfm.org/AM/Customsource/publicdonationDM_AT_11-5-08.cfm?ID=2060

Here's the link to the Angel Tree site: http://www.angeltree.org/site_hmpg.asp

Thank you for being a part of this, and Merry Christmas!

Fish Christmas Concert

Here's Bebo Norman with my beautiful friends Jenny, Ellen, and Diona at last night's show! Wasn't he amazing? Wasn't our opening act Jaymes Reunion awesome? Didn't the Queen Mary look gorgeous? I had such a great time meeting everyone at the show (thank you for braving traffic and staying out late with us!), and I am truly blessed to be part of this station. I hope that (like me) you left the show feeling strengthened and encouraged. :-)

We recorded the show...keep checking back at www.fish959.com for on-demand video of it and more pics!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: This guy is sneezed and coughed on about 10 times a day! Who is he? We usually see him at the mall...

A: Santa!!! He must have a very strong immune system. :-) Congrats to Sarah from Santa Ana, who won a gift certificate to California Pizza Kitchen at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk.

"Interesting" Sweaters

Nate called in today to talk about his friend's party, where the theme was ugly holiday sweaters. :-) Have you ever been to one of these? Email me at lara@thefish959.com and let me know! And remember that you can listen to us online at www.fish959.com by clicking the button in the upper left-hand corner. Merry Christmas!!!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: Although every year we say we won't do this....almost 35% of us WILL this holiday season. What?

A: Wait 'til the last minute to go Christmas shopping! Congrats to Debbie, whose family decided that they aren't going to do presents this year...they are just going to enjoy being together. :-) She won a gift certificate to California Pizza Kitchen at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk. http://www.anaheimgardenwalk.com/ Join us there this Saturday for a live broadcast with Big Wave Dave and a concert with Fish Artist Jadon Lavik!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: According to a new survey, what's the holiday pastime that makes women feel closest to their husband?

A: Snuggling in front of a fire! Decorating the tree was #2, and a big meal with family was #3. Merry Christmas! Congrats to Linda from Irvine, who won a gift certificate to CPK at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk. YOU will have another chance to win tomorrow at 1:15!

This Week's Brainbuster Prize

A gift certificate to California Pizza Kitchen at the new Anaheim Gardenwalk! Join us at the Gardenwalk this Saturday for a live broadcast with Big Wave Dave and concert with Fish Artist Jadon Lavik. Here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=1027955&spid=18252

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: Recently, internet searches have increased by 200% (!!!) for info on this do-it-yourself gift. What is it?

A: The mix tape or mix cd! This is such a great Christmas gift, because you can put someone's favorite songs on there and make a cute cover. :-) Congrats to Monica, who was so excited to win a family 4-pack of tix to see Bebo Norman at Tuesday's Fish Christmas Concert aboard the Queen Mary.
Here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=985268&spid=18252

Casting Crowns

Mark Hall of Casting Crowns (below) and Bart Millard of MercyMe (above) have decided to have a weight-loss competition. They're calling it.....Casting POUNDS! We're so glad that the guys are heading into 2009 by being healthy. You can follow along here: http://mercyme.org/blog/2008/12/01/casting-pounds/

MercyMe Gets A Grammy Nom!!!

It’s a good week to be MercyMe:

-MercyMe has been nominated for their second GRAMMY® Award with their #1 Single, “You Reign” for Best Gospel Song, which was also co-written by Steven Curtis Chapman. The band was first nominated in 2007 for their COMING UP TO BREATHE recording.

- In addition, Bart Millard’s second solo offering, HYNMED AGAIN was nominated for Best Southern, Country, Or Bluegrass Gospel Album.
“In response to the nominations, Millard commented, “I am so excited for my brothers in MercyMe and Steven Curtis Chapman! Apparently scrambling to get "You Reign" on the album, at the last minute, was the right decision! To perform at the Grand 'Ole Opry, and then to have HYMNED AGAIN receive a GRAMMY® nod has made the past two weeks a dream come true! Pardon me while I go buy some cowboy boots.”

(Source: www.jesusfreakhideout.com)

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: People who come home to a ________ are happier. What? (Source: The John Tesh Radio Show)

A: A pet or a plant (even a fake plant!). Why? Because they make us feel needed and nurturing. :-) Congrats to Joy, who won a 4-pack of tickets to Tuesday's Fish Christmas Concert with Bebo Norman aboard the Queen Mary in Long Beach. I'll have another 4-pack for you tomorrow at 1:15 p.m.

Remember that you can listen to The Fish online! Go to www.fish959.com and click the "Listen Live" button.

E Trust Solutions

If you've heard me talk about E Trust Solutions on The Fish, here's a little more info for you!

If the economy is making things tighter on your budget and you find yourself struggling just to get by… You are not alone!!! Even if you're 30, 60, 90 days late on your mortgage payment, YOU STILL HAVE OPTIONS.

At E Trust Solutions, they specialize in negotiating “attorney based” loan modifications that suit YOUR needs!! Give them a call and one of their professionals will analyze your current situation AT NO COST TO YOU!!! At E-Trust they say, give them 1% of your trust and they’ll earn the other 99.


E Trust Solutions 888.517.4.888

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: What easy thing can you do during the day to boost your energy by 30%?

A: Brush your teeth!!! Congrats to Susan in Santa Monica, who won a family 4-pack of tix to our Fish Christmas Concert with Bebo Norman on the Queen Mary in Long Beach.

Big Wave Dave has your next chance to win after 3!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: According to a new survey, what tops our Christmas wish list this year?

A: Money! Congrats to Lisa, who won a 4-pack of tix to our Fish Christmas Concert with Bebo Norman. It's happening Tuesday, December 9th, aboard the Queen Mary in Long Beach!!! We have tix for you all week, and here's the link for more info: http://www.fish959.com/Article.asp?id=985268&spid=18252

Tips To Help You Sell Your House

Thanks to our friends at The John Tesh Radio Show (heard at 7p every night on 95.9 The Fish) for these awesome tips!!!

Home sales may be down almost 16% from last year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t sell yours. Here are some tricks that’ll help you find a buyer for your home (since it only takes one!), from Woman’s World Magazine:

First- how about curb appeal? If you have a walkway, paint it. Buyers typically decide within 10 seconds of arriving at a home whether to go inside. A dingy, concrete walkway leading to the front door makes a house look more like a commercial space – not a home. So paint your walkway in a sandy to light brown shade. Warm colors are proven to appeal to buyers. Also, simply dousing with a power-washer could spray away years worth of grime from the outside of your home. It’s also cheaper than a fresh coat of paint.

When buyers come to look at your home, park your car on the street so the driveway is empty. Also, put away the garden hose, garbage cans, and any of your kids’ toys. A car and other personal items left in front of a property send the message that “someone else lives here.” So, removing them makes it easier for buyers to visualize themselves as the occupants.

Speaking of cars, know this: At the top of most new buyers’ wish lists is a garage or carport. So if your home has neither, research the cost of a carport online. Then tell the buyers that if they agree to pay full asking price, you’ll credit them with the price of a carport. Buyers are often enticed when it seems like they’re getting something for free.

Now, let’s move to the inside of your home. Here’s how to enlarge a cramped bedroom: You’ll need a small lamp and a large mirror. Just hang the mirror on one wall, and plug in the lamp directly across from it. The light will bounce off the mirror and reflect back. Immediately making the room appear larger.
Remember the “rule of 3” – no more than three things on any flat surface, whether it’s the mantel or the kitchen counter. Too many knick-knacks can make a room look crowded and they make it harder for a buyer to imagine what their items will look like in the space.

Share this, and get someone excited to see a big SOLD across their front yard and tuning in to The John Tesh Radio Show!

Lara's Brainbuster

Q: What did only 10% of Americans NOT do over Thanksgiving?

A: Eat leftovers! My hubby had THREE turkey sandwiches. :-) Congrats to Ben in Santa Fe Springs, who won a 4-pack of tix to our Fish Christmas Concert with Bebo Norman on the Queen Mary. I'll have 4-packs for you all week at 1:15 p.m. with the Brainbuster!

Pet Adoption Event

Here's the link for more info on this wonderful adoption event: http://www.cityofirvine.org/depts/cs/animalcare/default.asp

Maui Dean

Aloha! I wanted to share some pics with you of some really beautiful things from Maui Dean! I almost feel like I"m in Hawaii, with a plumeria-scented breeze blowing, when I look at their site (http://www.mauideanonline.com/). These are some of the items I talked about on The Fish! If you order by December 31st, you'll get a free gift. :-)


How much would this Hula Girl Room Divider spice up your living room? It's on sale for $59.90!

If you have kids and need a roomy tote, check out this Waikiki Beach Bag, which is big enough to hold everything! It's on sale for only $29.90.

And how about this GORGEOUS fresh water mother of pearl necklace? Throw this on with your LBD (little black dress) and you will have heads turning at your Christmas party! It's on sale for only $39.90 at http://www.mauideanonline.com/. Talk about elegant style on a real world budget!!!