Thanks for showing me what a ULOG is @cooknbake and for sharing these personal thoughts and conflicts with us. I know only too well how difficult it is to make these decisions as we immigrated from New Zealand to Australia when our boys were just teenagers.

Although we don’t regret it, it was very hard to leave friends and family behind and that was the biggest wrench. With a young family and a new baby to care for I can’t help but feel pleased for you and your children that they will not miss out on all those ‘big, warm, family hugs.’

Coming to Australia will have strengthened your relationship with your partner and encouraged personal growth in ways that won’t even be evident yet but will hold you in good stead for the years ahead.

I wish you much happiness and success with your future @cooknbake and I have the feeling that you will do well wherever you are. Home is where the heart is and if you’re anything like me it is two places and once you get unpacked and start cooking again you will feel right at home and very comfortable with your surroundings. I look forward to keeping in touch with you here.