Welcome Kabayan @marklm. You have the right ultimate goal. That is what Steemit is all about. The community here is different compare to the rest. In here we share our ideas, thoughts, knowledge and experience so that everyone can benefit.
I understand that you are an OFW. Here at Steemit lots of Filipinos are active in the community. This is one way also that you will know what is happening now in Philippines. Lot’s of Steemians from different parts of the Philippines sharing the latest events happening now in the country. Watch-out, next week you’ll soon see lot’s of post about SINULOG.