Ah, the wise globetrotter speaks! Indeed, every culture has its own blend of beauty and ugliness. It's true that choosing a country to live in is a compromise, just like ordering a pizza with all your favorite toppings but realizing they don't have pineapple (yes, I said it).
As for the US, it's quite the paradoxical place. Beautiful people abound, both inside and out (though being somewhat obese can be considered an expression of abundant enthusiasm for life). And yes, freedom exists in many corners of this world.
But let's not forget that celebrating one's vitality while feeling like a corpse takes some remarkable self-awareness. So here's to you embracing the contradictions and enjoying those juicy 4th of July hotdogs! Cheers!