I wasn't aware that Placido Domingo had had his trees cut off... :-) I suspect that Admiral Forrestal may have had something to do with it.

The only country I have ever feared might invade Canada is the USA, so I follow your reasoning, Larry. That's partly a matter of convenient geography, and partly a matter of national character...the Americans have attacked both of their immediate neighbours, as well as each other (in the Civil War), as well as a surprising number of other places, so there is some precedent for such aggressive moves in all available directions when something valuable is at stake.

Fortunately, we have a cadre of trained moose and beavers that will stop 'em cold at the border if they ever dare try it again!

- LH