Mile 2112

It occurred to me that we crossed mile 2,112 of our trip today. The number is important purely because 2112 is also the name of one of Rush's early songs. How appropriate, since Rush is one of the best musical talents to ever come out of Canada. (I have a certain fondness for Alanis Morisette, but I own none of her albums and probably 10 of Rush's, so that should tell you where my loyalties lie.)

I love these guys. I keep telling my Canadian-born wife that she should appreciate the fact that my favorite rock band is from her country. She shrugs and tells me that all their songs sound the same. (Bah...so do Charlotte Church's.) I actually saw Rush perform on Bastille Day several years ago. Man, they're even more awesome in concert than they are on an album.

Anyway, when you're traveling the AlCan through the heart of Canada, be sure to celebrate mile 2,112 by listening to a Rush album.