BonkTastic
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So I take it you're not a parent.
So the fact that @branch doesn't think having a kid and being (sort of) from the area might not make him reconsider where he plans on signing his next contract means he doesn't have kids?
I've got 2 kids, and I'm from the area, and I just spent 7+ years overseas. Took my kids with me, and don't regret the decision for a second. It's the best thing we ever did as a family.
Experiences are anecdotal, and do not apply to everyone. Don't pretend everyone holds ideas and values similar to your own.