Back in the US of A

Well, I thought there would be huge culture shock for me when I got to India, and in general, there was a little bit of that. I went through a bout of anger and frustration, ecstasy and excitement, and then I adjusted... But all of that happened within a couple of weeks for me. I adjusted to living with 40 people in a dorm with community bathrooms. I learned the beauty of hand-washing my clothes. I found my way around the city via bus, taxi, rickshaw, and train. I learned what kind of foods I liked, and the ones I did not. I was happy in the life I was living in Hyderabad.
Being back in the states has taught me a few things. First, the life I live here, is comfortable and solitary. I live alone, and cook, and sleep alone. Life is different than I remember before I left. I did not remember being so lonely. I am having a hard time adjusting back to the pace of life here. India has a hustle and bustle to it, but is generally pretty laid back. The US is a rat race which puts mindfulness on the backburner for a few extra bucks. After all, if you aren't making money, you're worthless, right? (I can't stand this mentality). I know that because of who I am in this huge world, that I have an obligation to work for the benefit of all beings everywhere. Although, it is not a duty; it is what I want to do with my life. I am living a life of privilege, and I feel the need to extend that privilege to as many people as possible.
My only problem is... I don't know where to start.

Oh goodness...

I never knew how heartbreaking it could be to leave a place. I have never had to do it. It's more than just a place though. It's the people. It's the language. I have become accustomed to the pace of life here; of the cultural communication patterns. I have grown familiar with the language, because even though I don't speak Hindi, I can understand about 50% of what is said to me. I have picked up speech patterns and non-verbal communication cues. I have learned about the history and the geography, and I now understand more about the political and social issues that are in discussion currently. I have made friends here, and I feel at home. I feel comfortable and welcomed. I don't want to leave.
Being here has made me appreciate the infrastructure we have in the US. Electricity, pluming, sewage, garbage, mail, roadways, legislative processes, and implementation of laws.... good job America... However... traffic... Americans need to learn how to drive more attentively. And work-ethic... Americans could work harder and complain less about work conditions and poor wages (in comparisson).... Pharmaceutics and surgical practices.... slow down on pharmaceuticals and surgery, and take care of your body instead of listening to a doctor who will tell you that you need to go through a bunch of stuff that will make you even more sick... Immigration... seriously... we have enough room and infrastructure to take on a few more people... we should relax on a few things... I am the product of immigrants, and wouldn't exist if my immigrant ancestors were denied entry.
So yeah... I'll probably have more to say when I get back state-side... for now... I couldn't have asked for a better adventure/learning experience. I am SO blessed!!