This was such a good way to put things. As sad as I am for the hiatus, I'm overcome with happiness that you're getting a chance to pursue your other passions! Congratulations on the start of your new adventure! You're extremely talented and I completely understand that you need to focus on other aspects in your life as well. As long as it makes you happy, just go for it! Life is short, and we only have so much time to do what we really want. So if you ever get that chance, then you have to take it on no matter what. Thank you for everything so far and for sharing your talents with us. I wish you the very best, no matter what career path you choose.
PS. Thank you for that little anecdote at the end. I'm constantly questioning where I should be with my career and life in general. Your little reassurance was sincerely comforting :)