What can I say. Steemit rocks.
9 days ago, I had the worst news I could get. I was getting let go from my shitty Boston Market job as a Catering Specialist. This was essentially a death sentence, as I was struggling to survive from extremely cut hours. Try surviving for 2 weeks on a 200 dollar check!
Aside from barely surviving. I was seriously in big trouble, As the new land owners decided to hike up the pricing for rent by 200.00.. And switching off the utilities so that we would have to pay bills on that too!
It wasn't looking good guys. I'm not going to lie, I was really suffering pretty badly. Panic attacks, anxiety breaks. For all intents and purposes, I was on my way to being homeless. And if I could barely survive with a job, and roof over my head. I wasn't going to survive very long out in the cold.
Steemit changed all that for me.
You guys changed that for me. Each one of you, I owe an extreme debt to. You guys rallied to me. You guys helped me. You guys helped calm me down. And most of all, you all inspired me! I don't think I will ever be fully able to express the amount of gratitude that is inside of me. It's because of you guys, that I will be off the streets, and in here doing what I love the most. Designing.
My last post was a collection of steemit icons. It's earned so far 780.00. That's a big deal for me. That is the wage of a medium sized client. If I can keep it going, not only will I be able to sustain myself, but I will be able to grow as a designer. Re-invest some of these funds into equipment I can use to help me create more, or allow myself to enroll into some serious designing courses so I can further bolster my knowledge for designing.
You guys are literally making my dreams come true, and this is real. Very real. The most real thing I've ever had in my life.
I'll be able to focus full time on Steemit related projects from now on. I mean, the kind of content that you guys want and need. Things that can help everyone get the word out on this life changing platform. As long as the interest and support is here, I'll be able to make this a viable long-term commitment.
Well,I felt so inspired, so empowered and so grateful to you guys, that I just had to write this post.
I'm currently designing a picture for my next give-away announcement. I'll be picking the winner today. Promise. Just with all this rapidness of H19 and the fact that my post was doing so well, I had to pick up the slack on some commissions I've taken up.
So stick around for that one guys, I'm excited to work with one of you folks in helping make your dreams come true too.
Once again, thank you very much. I hope you guys are doing well too!
@someguy123 told me of you, glad votes helped!
and i loved this icoins that u made
Wow, I'm honored that you would grace my posts. I really appreciate it. I'm also following you now, since I'm getting deeper and deeper into the cryptoworld! I appreciate your support, for real man. You're really helping out someone!
So happy to hear this man, Steem is life changing!
We are really living in such a time of opportunity like never before! This is so wonderful that technology can be used for good. We all rejoice with you as you persue your dreams( even if the dream is just to pay your bills every month). Always remember that as one door closes another one is opening. We only have to keep our eyes open to watch for it. Keep on keeping on!
I'm following you now, because you are from Texas! Hello from Ft Worth!
Hello fellow Texan looking forward to getting to know everyone here!
@malicered good post keep on steeming on bro
Very cool, upvoted and followed. Keep on steeming =)
Congrats you are walking the walk and living the dream. Fortune favors the bold. As long as you can courageously follow this, you will be taken care of here. I'm sure of it. Good luck can't wait to see how this changes your life!
Congratulations dude! That's so awesome!
.... which if this happens on a large enough scale, developer hourly rate on the common market begins to rise even more sharply than it already is.
My homie @malicered with the come ups! Hope you feeling better man.
For what you've done for our community, you deserve it !
I'm pretty sure we're all eagerly awaiting news of your future projects :)
it's quite incredible right? you inspired me to do some gif animations too, i'm putting them together. so thanks, i mention you in the post too, cheers bro! :)
This gave me chills! This is absolutely amazing!! I am glad you are able to follow your dreams!!
Congratulations! Happy for you :)
Steemit has indeed become a life changing thing for many people. I hope things become better for you in upcoming days. Steem on. :)
great post!
I almost cried when I read this. Sometimes in our daily lives we never think anyone can have it worse than we do. I am so glad that things have worked out for you.
great story!
Yes @steemit Helps out in full
i am so happy. I know what it's like, as a creator....
i struggled for 10 years trying to monetize my creativity.
it only happened with Steem.
I get it...plus I need your steemit icons!!! so this will be great for you
Congratulations, you're steeming! With each passing day, my intention to focus more on Steemit gets stronger. I walked in alone, but now I have a huge family. This place gives a sense of belonging.
Very happy for your success. May you achieve much more.
Steem powered! The future is now
I can deffinitly relate to the money troubles as well as many of us out there. Been trying my hardest to save for equipment. I've been blogging from my phone and drawing on paper every day. I feel like some of you out there are starting to notice my work and I got excited over a few dollars a post. Lol I'm very glad to see your doing better, never give up! Trust me without getting too personal I understand it can be rough out there. The only way to go is up and even when you reach the damn sky go for the universe next!!! Steemit is an amazing place to be with a lot of support! You have the talent to succeed in life, we all do! Stay positive, if you ever need someone to talk to, I'll be around. Looking forward to your future posts. Steem on my friend!!!!
Resteemed for future awesomeness!!
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Your story is amazing. Steemit saving you from the streets. I imagine you will take this opportunity and run with it. The streets are a great motivator. Best of luck with the design work!
Your positive mood and enthusiasm are contagious!
making the steem dream happen!
congrats man. ive added you on discord as I may need your help soon with some stuff if you're interested. Great work on the icons and keep up the awesome posts!!
This is a great story. Steemit has made a big impact on my life as well. So glad you found this platform, too.
Woo hoo! Congratulations!
You are on your way to becoming a well-paid freelancer with a comfortable income. Congratulations. Dreams DO come true, if you're serious about pursuing them, and it seems you are. Good for you.
Wow! I am moved by your story. I too am finding wonderful opportunities here on Steemit with my photography. Keep up the amazing work and check out my feed 💙
That is very inspiring. Good luck for future success and awesome designs.
Great post, just starting out and love the site and the community, thanks for sharing.
Loved your story. Followed.
Wow your story is very inspiring, and I truly think steemit can change the life for many. Your story makes me think of the following quote; “Its not how hard you hit, but how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.” ~ Rocky Balboa. I think sometimes we should not fear problems in life, but realize, that it's a a part of life. A problem is a question mark and a challenge for us, which allows us to find a better solution. I am glad you have and looking forward to more posts !