Birthday Card at Christmas

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Ian Anderson

Ian Scott Anderson, MBE (born 10 August 1947) is a Scottish singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, best known for his work as the leader and flautist of British rock band Jethro Tull. Anderson plays several other musical instruments, including acoustic and electric guitar, bass, bouzouki, balalaika, saxophone, harmonica, and a variety of whistles. more »

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2006

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Got a birthday card at Christmas 
It made me think of Jesus Christ.
It said, "I love you" in small letters. 
I simply had to read it twice.
Wood smoke curled from blackened chimneys. 
The smell of frost was in the air.
Pole star hovered in the blackness. 
I looked again: it wasn't there.

People have showered me with presents. 
While their minds were fixed on other things.
Sleigh bells, bearded red suit uncles. 
Pointy trees and angel wings.
I am the shadow in your Christmas. 
I am the corner of your smile.
Perfunctory in celebration. 
You offer content but no style.

That little baby Jesus. 
He got a birthday card or three.
Gold trinkets and cheap frankincense. 
Some penny baubles for his tree.
Have some time off for good behaviour. 
Forty days, give or take a few.
Hey there, sweet baby Jesus
Let's share a birthday card with you.

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