Yes. I’m hoping that being in the PNW will make a big difference. The culture is much more relaxed as well.

That’s true. PNW is a lot more liberal though right?

To an extent that is true, but there are some things that you can’t really mold, such as a country’s attitude toward homosexuality.

Definitely open to suggestions. When I was having to get more furniture prior to adopting the 1st time, I found Freecycle and Craigslist to be huge helps, so I’ll be looking at those for sure.

Some states are definitely more like their own world (Texas, I’m looking at you) for sure. But even just shifting from WA to OR I’ve noticed it in the past. Same with CO to NM. It can be quite interesting.

If I had more in the bank, I’d be less concerned with it. But trying to piece together a whole household, etc., on a very low budget isn’t fun.

I can definitely relate about not fitting into the US. I was already on the outside a bit, but now? OMG. Tigger is concerned he’ll be viewed as a freak since he doesn’t get US kids either.

Boy, I hear that sticker shock. We went from SE Asia to Australia which was a major ouch. Doesn’t matter how prepared you are for it, it still hurts.

I’m trying not to, but I have my moments when I start questioning if I can really handle the US again. The nice thing is we have the freedom and experience so that if it isn’t working we can hop right back onto a plane and get out of there. But I’m hoping it all works out because we’re ready for a base.

Don’t panic Talon, it’s not worth it 😉