So happy to see that you were finally able to get your account up and running! I think you will have a blast on this site. As a beginner, it's all about networking and finding people that share common interests. For music, go follow @luzcypher. He runs the open mic contest on here, and I believe the new round begins today for week 65! You'll be able to connect with all kinds of musicians in the #openmic community. Then for stuff like homesteading, @papa-pepper is the man! Follow him and you'll find all kinds of homesteading goodies and be able to connect with other great Steemians.

Wishing you the best of luck here on Steemit and I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!