i decided to spend a few years studying whatever i want, reading whatever i want, and learning about myself and the world. i moved back to my home country, to my mother’s house, where i brought my setup of computers, books, nice pans, a vitamix, and various other kitchen utensils, and i have spent a few years learning to cook new foods, studying math and physics and chemistry and computer science and electrical engineering. i’ve made my life minimalist i some ways but not in others. i value an abundance of time and quality where it matters most.