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I'm Dreaming Of A Blue Christmas

KUNC

Published December 19, 2015 at 9:00 AM MST

A guitarist, dressed as ol' Saint Nick, playing on the sidewalk in Seattle.

The Blues? During the holidays? I certainly hope not. But remember, the Blues are therapeutic.

Merry Christmas.

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-XZU

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