Welcome to the homesteading community here on Steemit! There are A LOT of great people in this particular group of people.
We, too, are in Missouri. Although it doesn't sound like we are quite as far away from it all as you guys are. We are not too far from a rural town over in the eastern part of the state. Just moved here in June, and we love it. As you said, finally a place that is far removed from the ultra-consumerist American city culture.
Hope your time here on Steemit is well spent. We have enjoyed it thus far. :)
Thank you. It's funny to realize just how many homesteaders are here in Missouri! We sought nature because we knew we wanted more out of life than flashy things and "trending" trends. Those come and go. Nature stays!