Oh man the throes of corporate life give me flashbacks!
I too moved out of the big city up here in Canada for a more simple life where I could be with the kids as they grow up and not have to race like a rat. It does things to cashflow for sure and I regret not having the disposable income (is that even a thing anymore?!) to add to my crypto stake over those years. I am loath to sell the little I have amassed as it almost feels like selling back a lottery ticket or cashing in an RRSP.
Either way, if it was easy and fun, they would not pay you to do it. Being tossed back into the corporate frying pan can be simplified into doing what it takes to make that next paycheque come in, because that will solve many other problems and maintain that lifestyle.
No idea why I haven't met you over my years on the blockchain but better late than never! We will keep the lights on while you are working hard and welcome you back when you visit. If you develop a short post game like this one, you should be able to stay engaged and share the adventure you are on now quite manageably.
Well met and congrats on the new gig!