When I turned 40, my wife and I took a hard look at our lives in the US. Then, we decided to move our family to Spain.

I love having time for silliness with my family.

Brian Hodge

• Last year, my wife and I sold our house in Rhode Island and moved our family to Spain.
• Life here feels calmer and more kid-friendly, and our kids are doing well.
• We're still navigating the language barrier and bureaucracy, but the move already feels worth it.

Turning 40 is a milestone that inevitably inspires introspection.

In the months leading up to my 40th birthday, my wife and I found...