Steemit Community, 2000 Follower Milestone, and a Sprinkling of Wel...

I became a member of Steemit 11 weeks ago. This has been a life changing journey in many ways.

My biggest draw was the community. I mean, have you ever been a part of such a welcoming community, especially online?

The support and encouragement given so freely by Steemit members is beyond amazing. I have made true connections here. Cool bonds I deeply cherish. I have formed friendships and we have talked about everything from relationships to rocks. The ease and openness of the Steemit community is heart warming and a beautiful thing to behold.

I call you my Tribe ;)

The village of members you form a bond with is your Tribe. We, my friends, truly are a tribe. We support each other in many ways- financially with upvotes, creatively with inspiration and feedback, and personally as a non judgmental friend to talk with. Many people will join Steemit for the money, and focus on that and not the community. Those that do not form bonds and friendships are the ones who quit Steemit within a few weeks. They have nothing to hold them here so they go looking for “it” elsewhere.

In all reality, meaningful connections and a feeling of belonging is what we are all looking for.

This is a grand age of technology. You almost never have to leave your house as you can have anything you could possibly want and need delivered right to your door. Hell, you can even visit your doctor virtually now! But all this ease is making in person connections become a thing of the past. We do not have as much in person human interaction time as we used to, therefore while we are online we are constantly searching for someplace to belong.

A community.

Which, let’s face it- in all reality the anonymity of the online world creates some hostility and introverted behavior. But Steemit? Steemit is a place to belong, Steemit is a community of damn good people who have a strong desire to succeed and help others succeed- in the Blockchain and out.

We grow together! That is the foundation of the blockchain! That is the foundation of a community! Without you, I am nothing.

I really enjoy my time here with you. I excitedly log in, eager to see what is happening and to have awesome, comforting, and meaningful conversations. I love being a part of this community, and working as a team for the greatest personal and professional successes for all.

You, my Steemit Tribe, truly have gotten a hold of my heart and you aren't letting go!

I never want to disappoint you. You really mean a lot to me and I want to give back just as much if not more. I strive every day to bring you compelling and important information. I love it when you laugh! I am brightened when you tell me something I wrote inspired you, or gave you a new perspective. I enjoy watching you grow and succeed! My heart swells when I get to celebrate your achievements with you <3

I have had my frustrations, I am not gonna lie! I realize you must have patience, that everyone needs to put in their time and effort, that success will come if you keep going. But patience has never been my strong suit to be completely honest, lol. But because of your encouragement I strive every day to be a better person and to work on my downfalls. You make me want to be better :)

I love you my Tribe. I am happy I know you <3

This isn't a milestone celebration for me, this is a celebration for each and every one of you. Thank you.