Amazing story mate, I´m really glad and happy for you that you had the balls to make that decision. My story is kind of reversed though. Been a nomadic freelancer since pretty much my university studies, living the carefree travel lifestyle with my girlfriend (now wife) for more than a decade. Lately, however, circumstances made me settle down and join the corporate world (kind of) for the first time in my life. To say that it has been tough would be an understatement but everyone need to adapt to whatever life throws at them I guess...
Keep living and enjoying your life. We spent some time in Latam too so I know how cool it can get down there :)
RE: My dream life in my 40s