I hope you understand you are not moving to another US state. No negativity here, just a little bit of common sense, and I hope you don't find youself in a predicament after some time there. If I were you I would arm myself with a little bit of cash to just spend the winter there, look at the real life, come back to the US and then make some final decisions. If I remember, I think you said you are taking a dog with you, and that would compound any problems if they arise.
Good luck and God Bless.