+ When I'm not coding or helping my team finish their work, + I usually spend time doing the following activities. +
+Hiking
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+ I really enjoy going hiking. Being out in nature helps me relax and recharge, + especially when I'm surrounded by trees, fresh air, and the peaceful sounds + of birds and leaves moving in the wind. I find it refreshing to walk through + the forest and listen to the natural sounds—it feels like therapy for the mind. +
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+ Some of my favorite places to go hiking are in California. For example, I love + visiting Daley Ranch, which has beautiful trails and great views of the hills. + Another amazing spot is the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve, where you can + walk through oak trees and even spot some local wildlife. The trails there are + well-maintained and perfect for spending a quiet afternoon outdoors. I also hope + to hike Bear Mountain one day, which I've heard has more challenging routes and + breathtaking views at the top. +
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+ Hiking gives me the chance to stay active while enjoying nature at the same time. + Whether I'm going on a short walk or a long trail, it always helps me feel more + connected to the world around me. +
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Baking
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+ When I'm not busy coding or working on tech projects, I like to spend my free + time baking. It's a relaxing and creative activity that helps me disconnect + from the screen and enjoy something more hands-on. Baking has become one of my + favorite hobbies, and I especially enjoy exploring recipes from different cultures. +
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+ I'm particularly interested in French and Italian cuisine because both have rich + traditions and delicious desserts. From the French side, I love making tarte Tatin, + which is an upside-down caramelized apple tart. I also enjoy baking madeleines, + small sponge cakes with a soft texture and a hint of lemon. Another classic I like + to prepare is quiche Lorraine, which combines eggs, cream, and bacon in a savory pie. +
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+ As for Italian baking, I often prepare tiramisu, a no-bake dessert with layers of coffee-soaked + ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder. I also like making cannoli, crispy pastry tubes + filled with sweet ricotta cream. Another favorite is focaccia, a type of flatbread topped with olive oil, + herbs, and sometimes tomatoes or olives. Even though it's more of a bread, it's fun to bake and + very satisfying to eat. +
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+ Baking helps me express my creativity in a different way than programming. It also brings joy + to my family and friends, since they always look forward to tasting something new. +
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Reading
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+ Another activity I really enjoy in my free time is reading. I like both books and manga, + especially when the story takes me to other worlds or makes me think about the future. + My favorite genres are science fiction and isekai, because they let me escape reality + and imagine completely different lives and universes. +
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+ When it comes to science fiction books, I enjoy stories about advanced technology, + space exploration, or dystopian futures. These kinds of books make me ask big questions + about society and human nature. I like how sci-fi mixes imagination with real science and + often includes deep characters and surprising twists. +
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+ I also read a lot of isekai manga, where the main character is usually transported to + another world. I like how these stories combine fantasy, action, and sometimes comedy. + One of my favorite parts is watching the character grow and adapt to a new world, often + using their skills from the modern world in creative ways. +
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+ Reading helps me relax and gives me new ideas. Whether it's a physical book or a digital + manga, I always enjoy diving into a good story and discovering something new. +
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