enjoy your adventures, brie! your story reminds me of my dad's. unfortunately he left me and my mother when i was 1, but i had a chance to visit him in australia when i was in my 20s and i asked him about his choice and he said he felt like australia 'called' him. he's been involved with liberating aboriginal australians for more than half his life so although i could feel resentment in my own personal life, you can't ignore a calling when you really hear it! cheers to your adventures and continue to keep everyone posted! :)