Thank you RaverFlaver
Thank you RaverFlaver for your suggestion re: LHR base. This is one of my options if the sh*t hits the fan at SH (which it will). It is my very last option (short of taking my own life with a fully laden meal cart). The UK base is a good viable alternative for those who are single and have no commitments (financial or relationship)....unfortunately I belong to a group who has financial debts and a long term partner to worry about. Nonetheless, thank you for your input.