Interesting article, I think it is really important to realize that no where is perfect. And I for one see New Zealand as a place of living life to the fullest. I am also willing to give up some comforts I have become accustomed to here in the States. But this is what makes the world go round, it shouldn't appeal to just anyone, it has to appeal to those who want to live there. I am glad though to read the cons about New Zealand. I think it prepares people on what to expect. It is so hard to keep the balance; when I was in young and through high school we had exchange students and we always had to fight against the MTV view of the states. Thanks for posting that blog!