Just so you don't have to wait too long for that answer Grizz - I believe she's there waiting till the season starts. She had to come back for the 90day sign-in to keep her union status, but headed back south until the work starts in Alaska again.
Unless I've missed something - which is entirely possible.
BTW- Chops!!! Sounds like a better deal if you're going to be there for so long to not have to keep the entire neighbourhood afloat every time you want to see Nissanka. Cool!
Enjoy!!!