Growing up

I once heard a comedian that referred to the United States as the 14 year old of the world. We think we're the best thing ever and we're always right. It seemed like a pretty good analogy to me. When 9-11 happened one of the first things I thought was "We've just been dumped." And what does a 14 year do when they get dumped? Cry a lot and then get sulky. And then think of a way to get revenge.

Hmmm...still sounds like a good analogy to me.