We need Steem to do it's thing at some point to all take us up a few more levels and breathing space. You are right it would be good to be able to help others knowing you have more than enough from what you have done on here. There are so many things I would get involved in and will just wait patiently for it to happen.
7 years is a bit of a bummer . but maybe it can improve and allow you to travel sooner. What about a self catering place where you can prepare smallsteps food when you arrive?