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Christmas in Fallujah

ByMark Vallen

“They say Osama’s in the mountains

deep in a cave near Pakistan

But there’s a sea of blood in Baghdad

A sea of oil in the sand

Between the Tigris and Euphrates

another day comes to an end

It’s Christmas In Fallujah

Peace on earth goodwill to men

It’s Christmas In Fallujah

hallelujah hallelujah hoorah.”

Words and Music By Billy Joel. Performed By Cass Dillon, 2007.

I’d like to offer readers best wishes for the holiday season. I’ll resume my regular writing schedule come the new year.

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