Heather, I understand. :grouphug:
Every time I visit Israel, I get a culture shock. It's not better or worse, it's just very, very different.
But really, for me it's not USA thing, it's more a family thing.
My parents and I have settled into a long-distance relationship and during the last time I visited, it was an enormous emotional strain on all of us. I haven't visited them for 6 years. I want to go, but every time I think about it, I have a mild anxiety attack.
So, no advice here, just hugs.
P.S. I can't believe it's been 5 years already! :huh: