(The broader economy stabilizes. A higher appreciation of nature and economic efficiency and cooperation places members of the community, and humanity in a more comfortable and tenable position - but, the uncertainties of nature and time remain. Earth's population has stabilized, and the quality of life for most has improved. A Renaissance of creativity and personal satisfaction flourishes, for those who continue to choose to embrace personal responsibility and exert effort.)
(Due to trade protectionism, trade with China for goods is minimized - decreasing economic comparative advantage for goods - but also minimizing the cost and impact of fuel. Local production has replaced reliance on imports, but the community and friendship remains - using technology, there is collaboration on farm productivity, technology development, and creative projects. Wind and solar power the internet and low power 3D flat screens the size one of the walls in the living room.)
(For the members of the extended Chehalem group, the balance of work, leisure, family, community, materialism, austerity - give meaning to life. We have been surrounded by wealth and opportunity, it is the daily doing and appreciating with gratitude that many have been seeking - this is what gives us satisfaction and a sense of security.)
