Inspiring! And clearly the $85 and counting shows that I'm not the only one you've encouraged here to go out and do something productive. True, I'm on the computer typing this and not out inventing something awesome or making pickles, but at least I feel more "productive" on Steemit versus watching TV or even commenting on just about any other social media site.

There are a couple reasons for that (ooh, maybe I'll write a post with more details!):

1. I'm chatting here with new people every day from all over the world, not just my old buddies I keep in touch with from college.

2. The community here is generally likeminded and encourages creativity, thinking outside the box, and doesn't propogate "mainstream" news / beliefs.

3. I feel like I'm building this account for some useful future purpose. Ironic I'm not quite sure what it is... but I'm definitely building something here :D

4. Although I'm not even close to the level where I can make more than a few cents for my posts, at least I'm getting paid something! Hah, have to start somewhere.