i'm not too worried about the weather. i love the cold and love the snow - i'm sure i will get sick of it up there and freak out for the first winter i'm there, but that doesn't worry me. i am really just concerned that i can make it financially up there. i won't have any debts cause i'm using the money from my house to pay off all my debts. i plan on buying a 4 Runner soon too- but that decision may have to wait until i decide on moving.

thank you guys so much for the help. if you have anything else, keep posting.

this is a really tough decision to make and i really do appreciate your help.