Hi Douglas
It's awesome that you were able to look back, acknowledge that you don't want to work in a position that you don't like and make the resolute decision to carry on with what you have. Running your own business especially in the current financial situation around the world is a hard task. It takes a lot out of you and with nobody above you to say "you're doing well, carry on", it can also be very discouraging during stressful times.
I am glad that you've got some of your orgininal clients coming back to you, ask them to spread the word and your services will speak for themselves in your new area as well. Keep the faith.