"I never learned what this was or what it's purpose was"
You describe my life in Thailand beautifully. I've learned to be very happy while knowing nothing at all.
I came by to see what's up over here. So many lovely photos, and I'm so glad to see the Prefix posts coming. You are really doing a good service to those who struggle with this crazy language.
I need to get @blxphabet over here to pay attention to those. This is just the type of thing he likes. When he can be a know-it-all - he is very happy. But right now - just posting and learning steemit skills has him stretched to the limit.
Re @blxphabet's "paying attention" to my education posts, it brings to mind the old saying, "When the student is ready, the teacher appears on the scene."
In his case, we might change it to say, "When the student is ready, he'll start studying / learning more." That is / was so true in my case.
And I hope he keeps learning whatever he needs / wants to know. One great thing about getting educated and becoming a true and honest "know-it-all" is that one no longer has to look to one's ego for assurance. Instead, S/He can rely on factual knowledge to make a better life and better relationships. And hopefully s/he can do so with a fine balance of pride and humility.
Anyway, I hope your life in Thailand continues to be interesting and blissful.