Wow Zack! What an adventure you are on.
It sounds hard at times but rewarding?, fulfilling?...DEFINITELY.
You do one of the most amazing jobs on the planet, I'm sure you know that, but maybe you are too humble to admit it haha.
Sometimes the people who create the most value and touch lives in the deepest way are rewarded the least...That speaks to our human values as a modern race, right?
Oh not everyone ofcourse! Some of us know the true value of a life well lived in the service of others.
There is some pain in your story, I hope it is just a short temporary pain that will be eased by a fully engaged relationship and the love of a Father and Daughter.
Take good care my friend and have an amazing journey :)