Hey Everyone

[franklinsmith]

Hey Everyone!
My name is Franklin. I'm from the ancient city of Benin. I love writing poems, articles. I just love writing but this is the first internet platform i am sharing it. I also love playing games, dancing, reading. I am still in college. I'm studying forestry and wildlife at the University of Benin.
I was told about this amazing platform by a friend. He said it is amazing here. Everyone is friendly and you can express yourself, write about anything and everything. How you feel, your ideas, opinions, experiences and you know...getting paid for it. Well it is not about the money (inner voice : He's kidding. It is. It so is. Please don't listen to him. ). Oh sorry about that rude interruption, I just want to get everything that's in my head out, don't worry just the good stuff.
I am very new at this and i would appreciate any help or advice.
Well thank you all for reading this, you are amazing people. Goodbye and stay blessed.

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[steemsociety]

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[richard-921]

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[free.sbd.bot]

Hi @franklinsmith! Welcome to the community!!

[silent-ghost]

Welcome to Steemit @franklinsmith :)

[tuanis]

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[heigovannik]

Hello and welcome to Steemit! :)

If you are also 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.

Best of luck to you!