I posed the question:
Are you interested in hearing about how an architect and banker went from being "consumer driven typical Americans who though money and career success were paramount" to a "couple of simple living rural people who have a quality of life that is second to none".
You've shown some interest, but please understand to fully explain this journey would be a monumental undertaking. Adam (Spider Pig) aptly suggested I give an abbreviated version and if someone is interested in a certain topic I could expand upon that specific area. It was a great suggestion so here goes: