I'm sorry if i insulted you SW. But if the tables were turned and it was America that was about to be swallowed up by Canada and loose all sense of self identity you would surely feel the same way. You of course never have to fear this happening.
As to Canadians being loved and respected I think some of it just may be due to the fact that Canadians are polite respectful and some what knowledgable about the countries that we visit. Also that we are known as peace keepers?
Taking our resources, of course if a crisis came up and say the south western states were in desparte need of water there would be no hesitation of you taking our fresh water and shipping it down, with very little to no concern for what it would do to our environment. Lets be real, do you really think anyone in the States would hesitate to take what it needs from Canada? That you guys would think about us before your states?
Living in the shadow of a giant isn't always pleasant. It does at times make we Canadians a little paranoid and defensive. I think for the most part most Canadians appreciate America and the indirect protection we recieve by living in your shadow. But that does not mean we want to loose our identity and become little more than second rate cousins to America.
Also from many arguments in chat what I have found from the Americans is that you already think of us as little more than a satelite to you. When I say I'm Canadain and proud of it I'm mocked and told that Canada is pathetic and pretty much an awful place to live. How do you think that makes me feel? I know most of it is done injest and humour but there is a kernel of truth in their statements.
Again I'm sorry for any insult I gave you, but talk of Canada being part of America is upsetting to me.
Maddie