I just read Vivant's story.
Since my decision so far has been to stay in US, I disagree with many of his observation, most notably that people who talk about everyday mundane things and game scores, do not have a bigger picture. I have had opportunity to talk to many "philosophers" in Nepal and I have had that opportunity to do the same here. I think it also depends upon who you are surrounded with. If you live next to the kids from Jershey shore, all you will be talking about is hari gel- but if you get to rub shoulders with some of the brighter minds here..and trust me there are plenty..you will have a meaningful conversation every single day.

Having said that, what touched me is the line, "in all this chaos there is a strange sense of order..." Very poignant. Couldn't agree more.

I am at a juncture where I feel like I don't belong here or there; hopefully my son doesn't.