Hi OESGwynedd

That's a major commitement for sure. Check the current allowances and for the Retirement program if that's your plan otherwise duty's a killer along with the shipping. You may want to do a year here first. It seems like a big expense but could save you a lot more on the back end especially if you end up not being one who loves it full time. No way to know for sure. Everyone loves it a few weeks here and there. Just a few things to think about. Personally I love it. No sign that will change in the forseable future.