The character's cultural ties are to his current nation of residence. While the character's ancestors may have come from another land, he has no strong emotional, physical or cultural ties to another country
Your people are past the peak of their prime. Social & economical decay has begun to set in. The government seems to have become self-perpetuating and careless to the people's needs. Previously common civil liberties and services are disappearing.
Comfortable: This is the middle class of any Culture, regardless of the average wealth of its citizens. These folk usually live in clean, nicely apportioned homes or apartments, often in better neighborhoods. They eat regularly and occasionally very well.
During your early adulthood you saved someone's life. This person becomes your companion. (work with your DM to determine details) Roll 1d10 on a 9-10 your companion falls in love with you.