Well into post-job life now and things are assuming a clearer shape.
Very, very part-time freelancing, purely for fun and out of curiosity (maybe 12 hours/month). At double my peak hourly rate when I worked.
Settling into a routine with creative work. So far so good. Music and language development goals still lagging though--needs more structure.
Maxed out holiday time with "chosen family" (friends) and had a decent visit with bio family.
Far better rested, a tad fitter, enjoying the limitless horizons--but no big rush to make enormous changes, i.e. move someplace new.
Spending on autopilot at road-tested levels.
And finally . .. .. much more outdoor time with spouse, mid-day, midweek, while the winter sun is shining. This is probably the biggest benefit so far. Good for both of us, relaxed, and free of course.