Hi @erika005, I saw that you've been on Steemit for a while and recently started posting again.

Unfortunately on a blogging platform as big as Steemit it is not easy to get noticed by other users.

It is very important to interact with other users even if it is not easy, fortunately there are many communities where you can participate and slowly make yourself known.

Each community organises competitions in which you can participate and perhaps receive rewards that help increase your reputation and also the possibility of doing power ups.

To find an up-to-date list of all competitions, have a look at CONTEST ALERT.

You might like to have a look at @steemitblog's post: Steemit Engagement Challenge, every week 7 communities offer competitions with different themes, maybe there is something you would like to participate in.

If you'd like to come and visit me in the Italian community open to all Steemit users, it's very welcoming, users support each other and interact a lot with each other.
Because alone it is more difficult to carry out a project, together with other people everything becomes easier.

Hoping to see you soon..