I guess the dream is in what is possible, not necessarily the reality of what exists. America is a huge country in terms of landmass and population, with such varied landscape and weather. It appears to be, that country, that has just about everything for everyone; the good, the bad and the ugly. Unfortunately, the powers that be, are more concerned about amassing for themselves, than an even distribution of wealth/ income. Social engineering is also a major factor.

For someone like me who lives in England, where pretty much the same problems exist, in a more restrictive and suffocating environment, the idea of Florida, Texas, California or even North Carolina weather, doesn't seem too bad.

I was out with my 17 year old son yesterday. We went to an area in the South East of England (i don't want to call that area out by naming it). I am a black female, accompanied by a 6 ft 2 young man, yet i was terrified. It was broad day light, but i was afraid. It's a rough area, the level of poverty smacks you in the face. It was heartbreaking to see innocent children being raised in that environment. On our way back home, my son and i were actually sad and humbled. We talked about how sad the situation is and kept wondering what the way out could possibly be. Like you, i am affected by the level of poverty around, but helpless to effecting major change. I wish the world could be a better place for everyone, but i don't know if we are too far gone....