"khushi" and "sukhi" are two different things. we are "sukhi" in US but not "kushi". If we were born, raised here then this would be our home. "Home is where heart is" and our heart is always in Nepal among firends, relatives and the things that we grew up with.

Also, in this context "Maslow's hierarchy of needs" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow's_hierarchy_of_needs

is playing out. we have the basics covered but we want recognition and self actualization. During those "ocean city days" and gas station days, we were worried about covering our basic needs and we were young and naive. As we checked the boxes off the list, family and other things start to matter. Probably we all were 19-25 when we entered this country with no intention to return back but as time changes, priorities change too. Maybe this generation that has money and experience can go back to Nepal and help build the nation like Indians have done.

My advice to all, be in the place that makes you happy and do the work that makes you content. Money can buy comfortable bed, not sleep!