It actually WAS some really cool news! And thank you so very much for all the kind words! You are correct; when I created my account, I had NO idea what was in store. Of course, like many I know, the mindset of getting compensation was WAY COOL. But as time has gone on, I realize that it's not how much you have per se but what you do with it... You are correct also in what one decides to do here... once I started interacting with positive people, like all those at the @steemusa group... meeting @xcountytravelers and @brittandjosie... @josephsavage at @steemitbasicincome ... so so many great people that, not only inspire me but that I also feel quite fond of... we are in all rights, family here really...

Oh yes...Beta Tester for @appics... what a great App that still allows you to create positive, quality content... AND receive compensation. More importantly to me... the time needed to accomplish this is substantially less than a "normal" post. Winner, Winner...chicken dinner!!