So I lived here and attended school here prior to enlisting. I joined the military and served 23+ years. The PFD started 2 years after I enlisted.  According to you, I do not deserve to be considered a resident for those 23+ years? I am to be penalized for being part of the protective force that allows you to stay home and reap the benefits of being an Alaskan resident? After retiring, I returned to what I always thought was my home state. I've been back almost 12 years now.

Thank you for your support and all the respect you've shown me and others like me.  Yes, that is sarcasm!