Totally with you @mikepm74. Have a confession to make here. $$ were at the top of my list when I joined steemit. However, once I got here, I saw the wonderful posts that people were were writing, the great community that is in place and the bunch of supportive people encouraging each other.  

I realized the wealth of knowledge that this place is. Like a child in a candy shop, i read and kept reading all that I could. From that day onward, I reconsider my value proposition here. 

I now see Steemit as a place where I can make a mark, be part of the wonderful community, and contribute my bit to the treasure trove. We have wonderful people here and am proud to be a part . 

Cheers and thank you all for everything!! - @guynextdoor