Oh......I didn't think that for a minute Keith. I'm grateful that you took the time to fill me in as I'm usually behind with such details......even though I have read different opinions and felt the frustration and disappointment of a few steemians lately.

When I struggle to motivate myself John tells me not to focus on the account details but think, 'long term.' Whether that's the best advice......time will tell and I've stopped worrying about it. He sees my enjoyment of being creative and knows how important it is for me to nurture that and I have to admit, his encouragement goes a long way with keeping me occupied in those things which bring me much joy .

I also think about what I could do with the money which accrues in Steemit....but then disappears and I've come to terms with the fact that I may not end up with a flash coffin (I'm perfectly happy with one made of cardboard if the truth be known, lol) but I have to live while I'm alive.....if you know what I mean and continue to express myself creatively or I will withdraw again and I don't want to do that. Its not good for me or for my loved ones.

I actually relate my present steemit situation to my long term goal of loosing weight. I exercise, eat healthy, I miss meals, and discipline myself but I do not get the results I desire or the results others get when they do exactly the same.

Yes, I give up occasionally but I know my efforts to keep healthy effect my brain and my heart and my sense of well being and I may never reach my goal weight before I leave this world and enter heaven where the last thing on my mind will be my weight. (lol)

So, I pick up my camera before I leave home and head out into the big wide world with a sense of expectation and contentment.

It's people like you that make the time I spend here all the more worth while. Have a wonderful day my dear friend......…..and keep shooting. (: