It seems folks make it way to hard for others. Yes there ae t's to cross and i's to dot but the hoops can be endless and complicated for some. For others, it is way to easy, as folks are bused and lodged here in the US and the expense of the government. I have never got a passport before, and perhaps that may be a blessing. Wishing you well, my friend.
I am always surprised at how many in the US haven't had a passport or travelled, because in Europe, it is an essential item, because countries are so much closer together and border crossing is daily for some. However, the passport itself these days is not needed for most transits and in a lot of cases, the drivers license can be enough :)