Allons-y

"I should add that some people who call themselves nationalists would not accept this line of reasoning. Nationalism to them has remained a mere feeling ofbelonging to the nation (in a sociological or cultural sense); they liken it to a dream which inspires the individual and motivates his actions, perhaps irrationally but not necessarily negatively. I cannot, of course, quarrel with people merely because they wish to drain two centuries of history out of a definition. I can only say that it is not about their nationalism that I am writing in this paper; it is only fair to remind them, however, that their 'dreams' are being converted by others into a principle of government."

-Pierre Trudeau (who else?) anticipating the foolishness back in 1964 (!)

Off to the fabulous city of Montreal (doesn't that name just roll off the tongue?) to see one of four Liberals fight their way to the top of the heap and, perchance, the Prime Ministership. Along the way, plenty of celebratory pints and other cocktails to be savoured and elbows to rub with elites and fond old acquaintances alike. Shakespeare quotes and surely other random thoughts from the road. I'll do my best not to call anyone derogatory names, okay?

Oh my, still need to do laundry, pack, and the cab arrives at the door in less than 6 hours. Argh. The price you pay for seats in history's front row...