Happy birthday, Liz ... oh and you, too, Bill

Just wanted to wish a happy birthday to a couple of Brits. To our dear Queen, of course, who turned 80 today, and is still going strong. And to William Shakespeare who turns 442 on Sunday, and is eternal.

To the Queen: best wishes and long may you reign -- and then be replaced by an elected head of state.

To Mr. Shakespeare: there is a tide in the affairs of men, and no one made more of his. Thanks for everything, Bill. Rest in peace.