I got here in jan08 and i was dreading leaving my family (who Im very close to) I would even cry when i thought about it! Now Im here Im fine if I let myself think about everyone i miss then yeah i would become upset, i chose to put it to the back of my head - am i happy? I HAVE NEVER BEEN HAPPIER, i truly think its the best thing we have ever done and people ask - do you think you'll go back to UK - no way!! We live in a much nicer area we have money left over every week, Please take my advice and do it - you will only know when you see it/ live it for yourself!!