On the far side of the moon

Spending the last 8 weeks in Canada allowed me to be a bit more objective about my experience here. I realize that one place is not all good or bad, but each has their own positives and negatives. This is pretty obvious, but it makes choosing one country very difficult. I was annoyed with things in Canada that I have no control over, just as I do here. Ignorant people and ignorant behaviour are everywhere unfortunately! I did enjoy being independent in Montreal, ordering my own food and having most people understand me either in English or French. Also being an average person, blending into the crowd was a relief. I find that friendships in Latakia are closer due to the survival aspect of needing support and people who speak English. I don’t have really close relationships with anyone my age; I wonder if that is my personality aspect? Also people in Canada are insanely busy, working and taking care of their families, which make it more difficult to maintain friendships. As much as I am having a hard time adjusting to the culture and the restrictions here, the idea of settling down and buying a place scares the heck out of me. I still crave something other than the 9-5 routine, hence I moved here. I now have to find something that is in between to satisfy my greedy demands.