In this day and age this couldn't be more true. After returning home to up-state NY first time in 3 years from living in wholesome family centered traditional cultures in South America. I feel like main stream USA is culturally diseased and being "normal" is not what I want to be. I see your other post, being pregnant.... and friends with Gringalicious to satify those craving must be nice! Thanks for keeping it real with such a great post! -Dan "World Travel Pro!"