Sam is now out of business. Sam has to go to school and learn a new trade that will be around for awhile. Sally's business is also go downhill slightly. Most people aren't reading anymore. The only thing people want to hear about is the news or stock market reports.
People have no time for luxury reading.
She too has returned back to school to learn another trade while still working as a writer. They have three kids and they are just barely able to support them. They have less time to spend with their children. Both Sam and Sally got degrees in banking. They don't work at home much.