history: I felt isolated when we moved to Hong Kong -- I had a 6 month old, a husband that needed to start traveling to Australia immediately, and just didn't know anyone yet! I felt very isolated when we first moved to Hong Kong -- I had a young baby and my husband pretty much needed to start traveling for business right away! Wow_comma_ I can't imagine how you felt living in Hong Kong. That would take some serious adapting. It did! But there was a very vibrant and concentrated expat community -- that helped immediately! I am so happy that you found that expat community. I have often thought about moving abroad_comma_ and I'm glad that you adapted well.
current: Do it! It gives such a wonderful perspective on the world. We've lived in Amsterdam and Zurich as well....and may very well move to Anchorage soon!
next: I think I might. It sound exciting, and I thank you for the encouragement.