BLSTK

Why can't I get my lawn to look THAT good?

...Classic!

First things first, Tash. Let's start by laying the rails.

While in Ottawa, you will find an abundance of beaver tail. Especially arriving in the month of February, during the local festival known as Winterlude.

There's also this: Selling weapons is a billion dollar industry. Capitalism lives while citizens die.

Next time you're in Canada's Capital, check out the War Museum. It currently features an exhibition dedicated to the War of 1812.

The bottom line would appear to be that some cultures value human life more than others.

Carry on Bil. We love what you're doing.

No doubt the doctor gave the same reply when he brought Michael into this world.

And here she is: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Fort_McHenry_flag.jpg

Beaver tail. Don't knock it 'til you've tried it.

If you mean my apparent infatuation with you, Michael, you might call it an obsession. And apparently I'm not alone in that regard.

Off topic? Hardly. I was expecting something about beaver tail. Thanks for the post.

...and the fireworks. Don't forget the fireworks. (Also provided by the Brits.) Try singing the anthem without those. (Camera cuts to Michael humming away in the background.)

So the Americans owe not only the words but also the melody of their national anthem to the Brits.

Without the War of 1812 there would be no "Star Spangled Banner". Discuss.

Thanks, sburke. You just made my day.

And then there's this virtual exhibition entitled: 1812: One War - Four Perspectives. Relive the conflict from the point of view of the American, British, Canadian and/or Native North American forces. http://www.warmuseum.ca/war-of-1812

It's more likely you never learned to sign your own name...Michael.

Ever wonder what happened to General Sir Isaac Brock's uniform? Check this link out. Spoiler alert: the fatal bullet hole will be revealed. http://www.warmuseum.ca/newsletter/archive/a-coat-reveals-its-secrets/

Fantastic! Let us know when you start selling lifes. I need a life!

^^ Bungle? Bundle? Good call, Collingwood.

Picture Number Four has convinced me to give up hallucinogens...for the time being.

That's funny. I gotta different kinda "Bulge".

Whoa there, Big Fella. Take a number. Some of us are still waiting for the War of 1812 to make a (re)appearance!