The toad beneath the harrow knows
Exactly where each toothpoint goes.
The butterfly upon the road
Preaches contentment to that toad.

Sitting here in safe, comfortable Canada, I do not feel qualified to judge any decision the Ukrainian government might make at this time. They are doing their utmost in a terrible situation, and if anyone understands the long-term legacy of total war it’s the Ukrainian people.

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Ugly bickering has been deleted. Let's let Charmion have the last word and call it a day. ---mudelf