O Canada!

I realize I'm a little late, but there's something I've been dying to say:

GO CANADA GO!

For any Canadian who lives somewhere outside Canada, these past Olympics were something extra special. After years of enduring mindless misconceptions and pleading with peers for recognition, the world has turned its heavy gaze on my home and native land. It's so thrilling that people finally care.

Yes, it's a bit bothersome that their focus is narrow and brief, but to witness the impression that Vancouver 2010 has placed on American hearts is touching. Equally touching was their disbelief that there could be less snow in Vancouver than in Philadelphia. Imagine that...

Yes, there is a country up there, and no, it's not exactly the same as America.

No, I don't live anywhere near Vancouver, but I agree with you -- it's beautiful.

The tune of O Canada is stuck in your head? Pretty catchy, EH? Let me teach you the words!

Yeah, we have a pretty good sense of humour. And fashion. Check out those scarves.

Wait, Michael J. Fox is Canadian!? Why, yes he is. And guess who else?

Oh and did you notice we're the best hockey players in the world?

I'm so proud to be Canadian. And from this side of North America, I can firmly attest that everyone was impressed by these games. I heard a few people, so moved by the friendly faces and beautiful landscape of these Vancouver games, exclaim, "I'm moving to Canada!"

So there you have it. The world may sometimes forget us in the political shadow of our giant neighbour, but there is nothing but love for the True North, strong and free!

My name is Josh. And I Am Canadian.