What could you do for money if you had to buy your freedom? (A story that is not about money.)

My husband and I have always worked in the investment industry, him in banking and me in sales and marketing. In 2007, we each made low six-figures. And we both travelled — a lot.

We also had two boys under age three. Even with the 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM nanny five days a week, I could feel my adrenal glands…