CANADA DAY 2009

HAPPY 142nd BIRTHDAY, CANADA!

The Great White North never looked so GREAT, I tell you.

Oh, Canada -- you don't look a day over 20. And I'm not just saying that out of politeness, I promise you. In fact, you could even argue I was saying that to flirt a little -- you know me.

I want to thank you for your open-mindedness, your general sense of humility, and your international image as 'that country full of polite, peaceable, and beer-lovin' people.' I mean, really -- I think we won the lottery when it comes to our global presence. Sure, we might not stand out. Heck, you could even call us wallflowers at times. But, to be in another country and actually see a stranger relax after telling them you're Canadian is quite a sight, I must admit. I couldn't ask for more.

Here's to another year in our lovely, little nation and here's hoping 2009 makes up for the rather rough 2008 we weathered through. 

Best birthday wishes to you, Canada. May your patios overflow with gorgeous women this evening, even if it IS a Wednesday.