How can I keep my iTunes folder from changing from my external hard drive?

I have an external hard drive connected to my Time Capsule.  I have changed my iTunes preferences to store my media on the external hard drive.  Whenever I shut down iTunes and restart it, the preferences revert back to my hard drive.
Any suggestions?  Is this normal?
Any information is much appreciated.

Well - first, I shut down iTunes and restarted it, the external drive was still in the Preferences.  I shut down the computer, and restarted it, the Preferences reverted.
From what I can tell, the hard drive never shut off - I don't know what the deal is - I've contacted Apple support and scheduled time to see if there is something in the set up I am missing.  Will let you know.

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