Hello Steemians, I am Colette Dowell. I’m very happy to be here. I was looking for a space where I could share my art, music, photography, film & thoughts; as in a more high minded, spiritual platform with others whom enjoy the same. I have always cared deeply about our world and even as a child I was so curios about how it all works.
I have spent my life looking around and trying to figure things out. I have travelled and shot photography and written about the enigmatic places I have experienced. I enjoy music very much and I love to compose music and produce videos. I am an artist so I want to share my artwork for those who enjoy such things. I also read here about collaboration on articles/papers….I would love to do that. I am a geek in many ways, although I was brought up in the 60s, so I am quite the Hippie indeed in many respects.
I love astronomy, archaeology, natural sciences and the likes; I am a Naturopathic Physician and live in the woods and grow my own herbs. I have been to many ancient ruins around the world along with some supposed supernatural-paranormal way weird scenes….but oh what fun. I have worked along many great fellow freaks in my life in music, art, spirit & science. I was very fortunate to have my Mentors too, but they were older than me and have now moved on. I miss my friends very much and at times I feel very alone, thus, sharing here will be a very nice opportunity for me.
I am older now too with my own disabilities, so I find I am more homebound. I am not climbing pyramids any more or flying in the clouds looking for UFOs, but hey, Life is good. I believe that I am in the right place at the right time in my life as I am settled and more mature in ways, with more time to create and use my life’s experiences to help educate others. It is the least I can do to give back to society's culture, and it is what I am able to do.
I have some high strange stories I would like to share about self healing & herbs. I was diagnosed with Primary Progressive MS in 2013 after years of struggles. I was told I would "melt away." My attitude was, “Screw that, l’m going to get rid of them.”… I did in fact. In March of 2018, I requested new MRIs on my brain so I could see what was going on as I felt like I had beat the rap. I had no enhancing brain lesions any more. I live in recovery everyday as that is part of taking care of one’s self. It is stories/papers like these I want to share on self healing, ancient ruins, science & the likes in hopes of helping educate others so they may take it further in life, and as a species of humans, we evolve to be greater, in a more positive manner than we are presently.
I have been very personal here. I’m not sure how all this works on Steemit and such, lots to figure out - but I wanted to be honest about who I am and what I would like to do here on Steemit with fellow Steemians. I feel happy about being here and the possibilities. I also created a Dtube Channel so I can upload my videos:
Here is a brief video introduction of who I am and little bit of me along the way so you all can see some of the really weird things I have seen and done….Cheers…..Colette
"The Day I Fell to Earth" and Then.......
Howdy miss Collette! Glad to make your acquaintance, it sounds like you've got some AWESOME stories and wisdom to put on the chain here, I look forward to reading some of them! @porters shared your post in our Natural Medicine discord server, and I'm here to meet, greet, and leave a comment that I hope you can find useful while rallying our awesome community to show you some love ;)
Welcome to steem :) We're very glad you're here, and I hope you can dig yourself in and get pretty well established here! You'll find there's a good group of folks here with natural medicine and sustainability on their mind. Not the least of which are @riverflows (creator of @naturalmedicine), @sagescrub (creator of @homesteaderscoop), @freedomtowrite and @freedompoint (creators of @ghscollective). They're the ones driving the sustainability bus on steem. Lots of others like @porters, @walkerland, @mountainjewel, @sustainablelivin (@mariannewest's profile for her Sustainable Living Podcast), @squishysquid, @senorcoconut, @vanessamidwife, @ppmsilver, @allyinspirit, @makinstuff, @simplymike, @craigcryptoking, @buckaroo, @papa-pepper, @pennsif, @wildhomesteading, and many many more are the ones in the community making it such a great group to be with. They're all well worth a follow.
Most communities on steem currently meet on discord, so that's a really handy app for steemians looking to get into the swing of things. It offers a simple, user-friendly messaging place where we can all talk and keep up off chain. There are hopeful developments coming for on-chain options, but those are probably a few forks away. Til then, our three main groups are Natural Medicine, Homesteaders Co-op, and Global Homesteading Collective. The NM and GHSC ones link to discord, the HSCO link is to the marketplace built by @sagescrub where we are able to buy and sell sustainably produced goods using steem, SBD, and USD as well as gift and barter economics. It's the first marketplace of it's kind, and we're all quite excited aboit it.
Another great tool for steem interaction is @ginabot. A splendid notification service that works through discord to let you know about steem interactions on chain. She'll let you know when you're mentioned, when people send you money, when certain folks make a post, or when posts are made with your favorite tags. Very very helpful, and I think most steemians use Gina.
One thing you'll find is that there are a lot of interfaces with the steem blockchain. There's steemit.com, busy.org, steempeak.com, partiko.app, d.tube, and many others that all boast different features and benefits. I prefer steempeak, but it's a fun learning experience to try a few for yourself, as steemit is a very basic interface that leaves much to be desired. Thats an intentional situation though, as Steemit Inc (Stinc) has bigger things to worry about.
I hope this little introduction can help you a bit. Things like this weren't being done much during the hectic time when I joined steem. With the price of steem being down (you'll find nobody cares much about that), things have calmed down as the moochers and weak hands have left. The folks you encounter here are the ones that truly desire to be here and see promise in the platform. We're here for the long haul, and we hope you find value here as well. :)
Welcome,
Nate and the whole sustainability community of steem.
P.S. @circulartimes, I've set you to be the beneficiary of 75% of this comment's earnings. Guys, if y'all upvote this one, she'll get a bit extra ;)
Wow, what a lovely comment to me and very informational. Yes, I have no idea what I am doing. I am trying to read other's posts and learn. I did not know about the Natural Medicine People and such. I did find a few post by accident. I am a Naturopathic Doctor, I also live in survival mode in woods....so that is fun, I mean, it feels natural to me, to live this way. I do have lots of things I would like to share. I have very encouraging stories on healing others and self healing. I live in recovery, long story, not appropriate for this post.
However....wow...wonderful intro with links of others to check out....I like history, art, music, science and such, most anything NOT mainstream and needs to have some uummph behind it. - whether artwork, music or writing.....What I like about Steemit is I believe it to be composed of intelligent people whom do want to share and have a higher esteem about their platform. I was never on a platform like this until I had to join Twitter for the news commentary info I produced for an ole CIA Spy Dude still in intelligence analysis, and he always felt he had to make some kind of statement on how messed up things were. Nothing was ever positive, no smiles, nothing for me. I no longer work with him and Twitter sucks - soooooo.......I feel free now and very excited about the long haul here.....I will slowly learn about crypto currency, it's way out of my field, but this is an exceptional educational facility....so I should take advantage of the knowledge expressed here.
Yeah, I'm stoked to be a Steemian....Oh, does Steemit have the ability to upload Mpegs? Like Twitter? Lots of times I make short videos (real short for fun or info) and turn them into Mpegs and upload direct to my posting, is that possible here or do I always have to upload to my Dtube and then post the link for short video? I would appreciate that info....I want to say thank you for all of this you wrote to me. yeah....way fun here I think, and I feel it is the best Venue for me to be on for who I am.....CHEERS, Colette
Mpegs being audio files, right?
https://dsound.audio is a steem based audio sharing platform. Thanks for asking, I had never looked into that!
For video on steem, I'm not aware of anything besides https://d.tube. @mountainjewel has a tutorial on mobile uploading here. She is quite magical.
These other steem interfaces all require your private posting key, which you can find in your steemit wallet. Don't share it with anyone, lose it, or accidentally post it, or your account may be lost forever. Ask @nathanpiatt how I learned that ;) (that was my first account lol
Oh thanks for a reply. I looked into it by a search. No, you can not upload a Mpeg/mp4 direct, you must use Dtube or whatever.....so that's cool. I have a Dtube account......was wondering as it just simplifies, but then too, I was thinking of storage...not cool probably....so, yeah....little baby steps for this little baby Newbie......Cheers Nate
In the last few comments you've learned what took me nearly a year ;)
You're doing great!
Not only do you have an account on dtube, but one on every steem interface. There's bunches and bunches of them, and they all interact with the same blockchain with the same login. As you learn about crypro, you'll hear the term "block explorer." Each steem interface is a block explorer on the Steem blockchain. Partiko, steempeak, busy, steepshot, appics, they all have different features and different uses.
Oh wow, just went to https://dsound.audio Way cool, I see what they did, yes, those are audio files. I can do that for some songs I wrote. I was talking the mpeggers with video attached in file of audio, like a music video....etc.....so, this is good to know about that space for songwriters.....thank you so much....C
Hi and welcome here! When I started on steemit, my biggest problem was to find interesting people to interact with. So, to help newcomers getting started I created a directory with other interesting and or talented steemians to follow or interact with. Feel free to check it out at https://www.steemiandir.com I am sure it will help you find like-minded people. Enjoy your stay here and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!
Thank you very much. I will look into the link and check it all out. Colette
just a fabulous introductory post! I'm so glad that @jamerussell nudged me in your direction! :)
I'm actually the founder of the community that he mentioned (@welcomewagon) and we are looking for a new - newbie to train/mentor this coming week! :)
Let me know if you're at all interested, and I'm going to look up your Resource Credits right now to see if you might be having issues replying to comments now. (Newbies often have this issue... We can explain all about that - whether or not you choose to take us up on the training! hehe I can always answer questions for you! just tag me with @dreemsteem in a comment or post and I'll come find you! hehe)
oh it looks like @suesa and @homesteaderscoop gave some delegation to you! (thank you both for being HELPERS OF THE NEWBIES! hehehe)
I'll give you a bit more also :) just in case! I see by the size of your comments and how full your post is.... that you might need it :)
As I said - please don't feel obligated to take me up on the offer just because of the delegation! Lots of us "helpers" do it for people - no strings attached!
But if you're interested.... do let me know! :) I'll go see if you've posted some more in the meantime
(for the Welcome Wagon)
Well, newbies that are nice to me in chat sometimes get their account created by me :P
hehehehe well that's generous of you! :)
I'm checking out her other posts now hehehehe
interesting posts, @circulartimes
Hello Dreemsteem, wow......So are you going to make me do homework :) That's cool if you do, I need the training....so....You can surely Mentor me and I would greatly appreciate it...I will check out the links you provided to others......I don't understand about the delegated thingies, I really don't understand much about anything here.....So, shall we dance? THANK YOU, Colette
It's true, without Suesa's help I would not probably be here as I couldn't log in. Suesa helped me and showed me the way - that was a very gracious offer. Suesa did not know me, but did make sure I was me, by looking at some links I provided. Because Suesa was so nice, it made me feel from the very first that I would really enjoy being here and spending time with quality people. I'm grateful to you Suesa. Thank you, Colette
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Welcome to Steemit @circulartimes!
I wish you much success and hope you find Steemit to be as rewarding and informative as I have.
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Oh yea, I have upvoted you and followed you. Many blessings!
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Welcome @circulartimes!
That's quite the introduction!
I think you will do fine here for there are lots of communities with fine folks in them.
A couple that I'm involved in that seem to align with your interests is the @naturalmedicine and @steemitbloggers group.
You might like to read Natural Medicine's introductory post here. You're welcome to check out the Natural Medicine Discord Channel toohere
The other is the @steemitbloggers A.K.A. #powerhousecreatives it's a great group of individuals posting on all different topics but supporting each other.
I've followed you for many of your interests are similar to mine.
Hope to see you around!
Nice introduction Colette! I am so glad you found your way to steem. You will find much more sharing from the heart here than in other social networks. I appreciate your story and the intention that you have brought here to share what you have gained and learned so that others can benefit. That is so beautiful!
I have delegated some steem power from our community account @homesteaderscoop to you so that you can have some Resource Credits/mana while you are building your account. Enjoy!
A community marketplace of ethical, handmade and sustainable products available for STEEM, SBD (and USD): https://homesteaderscoop.com
follow: @homesteaderscoop
Wow, certainly that was a gracious post to me. I never have had such a warm welcome on the internet such as I am receiving from Steemit. I will look into all links. I too create crafts....I barter with them with locals.....I have inventory, but never created a store.....I make jewelry, crochet hats, paint pictures, do photos, whatever.....OH, this is just so way cool to wake up and read positive messages....I do want to share and be me and converse, laugh and have fun, but learn as well.......Thank you so much for being kind to me....Of course you know we Newbies can be quite shy.......So, I just want to say, this all means very much to me and gives me hope for humanity....Like, some of us can figure out how to interact in a positive manner. Cheers, Colette
Hi Colette :) Thank you for the nice message! I do love that about steem - many people here (Not everyone of course) are more genuine than other social networks. Then I am extra glad you are here since you appreciate that and will add more authenticity to our blockchain ;)
Regarding your craft store - it sounds wonderful! Have a look at https://homesteaderscoop.com/sell and read more about who we are looking for and if you might be a good fit! We are especially looking for folks that are making effort to be sustainable / eco-friendly in some way in their life or business.
Have a great day!
Welcome to steemit @circulartimes.
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Thank you for this info. I will check out all links provided to me by others who are trying to show me the ropes. Cheers, Colette
This is a great Introduction Colette! You have seen so much of life and you do so much, your life seems inspiring. Welcome to steem.. it's was exciting to read so much that you have been doing in your life. I love taking pictures with my Smartphone too. I call them Smartphone winks. Check out my posts if you wanna see some crazy, interesting stuff from India! Keep posting that's the key to growth here also your experiences and guidance can add a ton of value to the community. I wish you nothing but the best. Cheers!
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Oh hi, well, thank you......I love taking pictures too, but I have no cell phone or anything mobile, just regular film and now digital cameras.....I take shots off my MAC photobooth thingy once in a while for a quickie....I saw your site. It will be interesting to see what all you post on India and all.....that is GREAT culture exchange. Cheers to you and thanks again. Colette
The deep blue sea:)
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You have a lot to share!
Oh thank you......yes, that is why I am so happy to be on Steemit. It is a very positive vibe here so far. I like looking at other folks works as well. I feel very fortunate to have found this platform because Twitter absolutely sucks. NEVER any intelligent feed back ....nada, nothing....so way cool for contests, and jokes, and just fun things here, while people share intellect, art, music and culture. WHAT could be better? Cheers Old Man......
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Hello and welcome to Steemit! :)
Also If you are into cryptocurrencies then you are more than welcome to visit my channel, as I have made the commitment to share everything with others.
Let me know if need any help.
Hello, I know NOTHING about crypto, but one reason why I joined Steem was to learn about it. It's the future most likely and I need to understand it. Thank you, heigovannik. Cheers, Colette
Thanks! Also, we host a Facebook group called "Bold Crypto Learners" where we share some great stuff also. You are more than welcome to join :)
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Welcome to Steemit! Original content does best here, as you may know already, same with being chill and kind (posts can't be deleted once someone comments or votes on them). If you're into art, film, or odd life posts, feel free to follow. I'd avoid vote bots, but they're pretty common and may be useful.
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If you're into simple games, feel free to try our ref link for Magic Dice: https://magic-dice.com/?ref=lionsuit. I'd be slow and careful and keep my odds as high as possible, simply to earn Magic Tokes, which pay Steem dividends.
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Thank you, I have lots to learn here. I really appreciate the etiquette here. Is that Magic Dice a gambling game? I was born and raised in Vegas with the best of the Mafia.....:) haha Thanks again, and you be well too.
Lots to learn for us all. Yeah, simple gambling. Understandable if anyone's not interested. If interested, I'd play just for the Magic Token Steem dividends and not for the gamble itself. Cheers.
Welcome to steemit. Enjoy the ride!!
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welcome to steemit😊😊😊
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Oh my gosh yes!!! Nice to meet you!!! I always ditto @nateonsteemit's comment here as he is just GREAT at it.
Nice picture of Stonehenge! I lived in England for quite a time.. in Dorset and Somerset.
Do join us on @naturalmedicine... here's the Discord link for you to do so! https://discord.gg/AfQSqMb
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Welcome to the steemit community @circulartimes. There is a lot to learn for all this stuff, as I'm relatively new also, still, but the good thing is there are plenty of people who offer insight as to how all this works. Probably the most important thing I could offer you in tips, is never, ever give your keys to anyone, and only post, upvote or comment with the posting key. That way if anyone manages to get your password, they could not move any money. The active key is used to move money around. The only use for the master key is to replace one of the others if they are compromised.
Along with all the others, we also have @welcomewagon and @steemterminal who offer to teach quite a bit of the essentials for newbees!
Hopefully you'll find all kinds of interesting stuff here, as I did, and the most important thing to remember is to have fun, and as @shadowspub says, "it's all about community"...
Welcome aboard, please ignore our growing pains, we are being pulled in many directions.
At some point we will get it right,...
It was a delight to finally stumble across your intro post after @porters promoted it in the naturalmedicine discord. Your video is absolutely beautiful and touching. Such a wonderful life to share. Had to do something about your 0 balances of Steem and Steem Dollars.
Welcome to the community. Looking forward to your posts.
Hello ppmsilver....I just learned you gifted me. I want to thank you, not sure how all this works....I will have a Mentor....I will be taught some things here on Steemit I hope, so I understand more. I am grateful for your support and every other Steemian's. I really do like this platform and think it will be good for me to share on. Cheers, and thanks, Colette
Hello ppmsilver, thank you very much. I just learned you gifted me. I want to thank you so much for your support and ever other Steemian's. I feel very grateful. I like Steemit very much and feel it is the right platform for me. Cheers, Colette
Oh heck, my comment took forever to load and I thought it did not go through, thus the two replies. Sorry, but take it as a double goodie thank you to you:)