Go where you will be home based. My life at Republic is fine, as are the lives of many friends who are here too because we are home based.

Also I should add that you're probably over a year away from a regional, so give it time. Things can change quick. Bases open and close for example.

Take all the negativity you're going to get on this forum with a grain of salt. It's unfortunate but a lot of bad information is passed around and moderators are nonexistent. Best of luck.