Hello Steemians, Happy New-Steem-Year 2018 and a Happy Birthday to me.
See my Matrix paraphrased line as originally said by Cypher below:-
"You know, I know this earnings doesn't exist. I know when I author an article and people upvote and then I earn and then even go on the cash out, the Steem Blockchain is telling my brain that these earnings are real and has the ability to take care of my needs. After years of fruitlessly pursuing earnings online, you know what I realize? Ignorance is bliss. This fantasy works magic in the real world."
Please take your time and travel this page with me to see my Steemit Adventure.
2017 has been a blast and these blasts have been with their plenty blessings that leaves us with so much gratitude. Looking back at my time on Steemit in 2017, I have come to love and truly respect the idea of community and living for the betterment of a society that truly needs love.
Steemit is more than blogging and it is more than just getting social, to me at least. Steemit is more about filling a need and making sure these needs impact society for the better. The social media space that is where we find ourselves has the ability to make us saints or and demons and whatever we make of our time here is similar to what we make of it in the real world.
This is 2018, and on this first day of the year, I am clicking away on my keys all very hopeful and sure about the year and what it holds for me and my community.
Did you see the beauty that is Steemit? have you been able yet to quantify the various benefits that therein are available in the Steem Blockchain?
WHAT HAS STEEMIT DONE FOR ME?
Steemit is no doubt a game changer and its stylish ways of making one feel truly relevant in its development has made men of boys, women of girls and leaders of followers who never set out to lead.
Steemit gave me the motivation to become the better version of me in a time when I thought I would be pursuing a very successful career as an ROV Pilot Technician, but instead, I found a very satisfying and rewarding life as a Steemian.
I found Steemit while embarking on a 4 moths gig offshore on the 16th of January 2017 and I didn't get into blogging immediately because I needed to make sure I did the work I was being paid to do.
My first article was posted on the 6th June 2017 and as you can see, it wasn't what you will call a post worthy of an upvote.What is the meaning of life?
After writing some articles that earned nothing and even made me see myself as not part of the Steemit IT crowd, it suddenly clicked when I read, How to Dodge Bullets - Creating your own Reality authored by Dan '@dan' Larimer.
You know, the beauties obtained in life has been inspired by those things we see as being impossible, useless and needless.
You will never truly understand human nature until you truly are able to explain the reason why a child on a merry go round will happily wave at you every time the wheel goes round past you.
I am happy I am here doing what I am doing and even if the earnings never really made sense, I knew I was happy doing what it was I doing... -living in a fantasy and owning a dream world I created out of the dark recesses of my mind.
I am a better person than I was before I joined Steemit because, Steemit has helped me realize what truly is important in life- LOVE.
MY STEEMIT JOURNEY/ADVENTURE.
It is just starting but so far, it has been able to help no fewer than 400 people find their way around this platform that rewards you for being social.
THE STACH PROJECT.
My time on Steemit was laden with so much admiration for this platform doling out free monies to people who took time out to author articles on it.
Applications in their hundreds are being built on this platform, Rockstars and Pulitzer themed writers are springing up, introverted folks are coming out of their closed knit circle and the voiceless are finding their voices again and are louder than ever. Dreamers are becoming daring and their dreams are gradually walking away from the dark recesses of their minds into reality.
In this vein, I too decided to run with a dream, "Decentralizing the offline by creating Accelerator Hubs around the African continent fully equipped with free WiFi and Electricity all in a bid to provide a collaborative space for the creative commons".
See the below posts of my various meetups activities.
The SteemUp Delta Christmas Special: First videos and Photos
First Video and photos from SteemUp Kaduna as hosted by @michaelcj and his team
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME.
Today the 1st of January 2018 is my birthday and I have so much to be thankful for.
Discovering Steemit, meeting @Donkeypong, forming the best team, building of the Steem Accelerator Hub, the initiation of #Project20millionNaija, creation of the @Air-Clinic project, @SteemSoccer1, @SteemCamp, MeetUps around Nigeria and now Africa etc... I have so much to be thankful for.
I haven't really gone out to do any celebration today because I really want to do the celebration with you guys here first and that brings me to...
MY BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY, 150Steem!
Lets have some fun and feel free to participate because on this day, everyone will win as everyone is a winner.
This is not a contest but a fun time with me @ejemai on my birthday. I will spend my day on this page today and give away the 150Steem budgeted and if we run out, I will add* some more just for this day.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE.
PLEASE READ THE RULES AND MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW THEM.
- In no more than 50 words and no less than 40 words, tell us "WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO YOU" in the comment section below. You are free to use graphical illustration or not but your words mustn't exceed 50 words.
RULES. - Title it, "WHAT Steemit Means to me."
- No fewer than 40 words and no more than 50 words.
PRIZES. - 5Steem each for the first captivating 20 submissions and 50Steem as consolation prizes for other participants.
JUDGING.
I and a Steemian, will pick these winners based on how your contents relates to us. So write from your heart because it is only through this way we can truly have fun on my birthday.*
So, lets get cracking and have some fun.
This is one amazing platform and being here to celebrate my special day with you guys is something I will always remember, and like the internet, I will never forget.
Happy Birthday to our own person. Wishing you many more years of happiness and health. Your steemit promo is now like the proverbial matches dropped in the dry bushes in a harmattan period. Now the whole bush is on fire. A good fire, to break up all the ropes of bondage holding our people down. Have an amazing day. Keep steeming.
Lolx @greenrun... E be like you chase rats well well when you small. Burning bushes in harmattan...
Lolzzzz
@nairadaddy, childhood was super fun. Every child should be allowed to be a child. It is one of life's greatest memories.
@Greenrun, Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
@ejemai, it was fun to play with you guys. Have an awesome time in Ghana ✌️
what steemit means to me
"as school is to students, that's what steemit is to me".
Schools educate students, give them knowledge on how to earn in the real-world and make them a social being.
That's what steemit is to me; get educated from people's blog, earn while blogging and also socialize with people in the community.
Happy birthday @ejemai wishing you more success and blessings as you celebrate with us
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Thanks boss, got the gift. God bless you.
What steemit means to me
Happy birthday to you
@Eurogee, Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
You nailed it Baba @eurogee. Happy new year!
Thanks man
What Steemit Means To Me
Steemit means an opportunity, which have helped me monetize my ability even in the smallest way. It is a place to learn from, I call it a virtual world, filled with people ready to teach and help. Steemit means my change as it has turned my life around for good.
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Thanks for the gift sir... Happy belated birthday sire
What steemit means to me
Joining steemit, was told to make post and i will get paid; I realized early, that's not what it's about. Steemit is a mini blog, social media and crypto-currency network and more, but steemit to me is a platform where I can mix pleasure, interacting with people and get rewarded.
Very good one! That's the reason for the quote:
Btw: are you the real gidionline? coz I know there's a website like that...
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
What's steemit to me again?
Steemit = Love!
For the rewards, for the community!
@pangoli
"FREEDOM" is the word. Cheers!
Happy birthday Sir! You are known and loved.
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit is a pearl I was searching for, then found. I started a blog November2016, but couldnt keep up. When I found steemit march2017, it was too good to be true.
The great friendships that I've formed makes my heart swell. Till now, I can hardly believe this beauty exists
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
What Steemit Means to Me
Other than the reward I have gotten from posting contents, steemit has served as a platform that promotes my social, giving and writing skills, improved my knowledge and also changed my views towards alot of things. It has given me the feel of freedom to write out my thoughts.
Happy birthday sir
Think it, steem it
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Steemit to me is a gift to give , when i think of steemit, the first thing that comes to my mind is GIVE. One of the biggest things steemit has done for me is inspire and enable me become better giver. Giving is no longer a burden to me, it just comes naturally....
Welldone @vheobong!
Thanks @nairadaddy.
I've had your share of gifts too
Beautiful!
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit as a social media platform which reward authors for their work, has helped me understand that there is this me who can actually sit down and start writing something beautiful. Steemit to me is a platform that can bring the inner you and reward you for it, a platform that helps you showcase yourself!
Happy Happy birthday @ejemai
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Poetic! Love it!
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Steemit has given me a taste of life outside my little cubicle. That I have loved every minute of being here is an understatement. If there is another life to live, I would find steemit again, if there is a friend that sticks more than a brother, @ejemai it is
Happy Birthday 2 you @ejemai and many more years and conquests
Words on marble!!
Well done @pangoli
Edith thanks for always being there and for coming out to play. Have a Happy New Year.
I appreciate you loads for this wonderful gift of friendship. The steem was received with immense gratitude. God bless you sir.
Steemit to me is a different world on its own, what you put into steemit is what you take out. Steemit is a platform that gives you the opportunity to interact, network and share ideas with different people. Steemit to me is now a culture, a way of life and a hobby.
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
What Steemit Means To Me
Steemit is a digital world just like the matrix or Tron. Here it is real,legit and different .A world of endless digital possibilities everyone is highly valueable all you have to do is tap into your potential. It is a world without internet/cyber bullying. There's so much love here. Steemit changes you as a human being to be better than your best.
P.s it makes people read😎
Cheers
Lolx @dante31. It does make people read... except BOTs and spammers.
Dante writes!
Pan's Happy!
Dante wins!
😉
lmao...this guy
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
steemit means opportunities. A new platform, a breath of refreshing air, a community where love is shown and shared. Where reward is given for hardwork and quality.
Steemit is the answer to the prayers of many, steemit is also an encouragement to writers all over the world .
damn right dearest @ponmile.
STEEMIT = OPPORTUNITY
Thank you dear @pangoli you are right
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit is place where I get to share my ideas dreams and thoughts with people who actually give a damn about what I write. Steemit is the hub that connects me to the outside world, with steemit I'm not just a Nigerian, I'm part of something greater.
Happy birthday sir, for what you've done for me, for us, for steemit, your blessings will be immeasurable!!!
Awesome Francis, thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit is a networking platform which is known by many people from different countries around the world inwhich they get paid just for creating good contents in the platform . To me, steemit is just a world on it own that generate income for people.
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Steemit is a revolution to me, and I'm happy to be a part of it. Blog, earn and post; this has really improved my mentality and finances. Steemit is my new boo cos I'm becoming a better me with it. I love Steemit. Happy birthday sir @ejemai
Lol...
Good one Jeline... Keep it up dear!
Lol, thanks dear
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
What steemit means to me
There is a popular saying
How? I do not have kids but, I found my self passionately giving out life and development coachings for kids!
To me steemit is a channel to my self discovery
Hbd sir @ejemai
Happy to see you're towing that line @phunke, real treasures you've got up there on your blog for anyone who'd care to read them... keep giving!
Thanks @pangoli
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit is a freedom from working 9-5, growing other people ideas and getting paid a peanut or nothing for it, it is a way of building and nurturing relationship. finally I get rewarded for my input into the growth of a social medium unlike me contributing and getting rewarded with me seeing the founder on the Forbe's list. Happy birthday bro.
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
To me, Steemit is a voice enhancing platform, that has the potential to educate, inspire, reward and give exposure to the diligent.
Regardless of your engagement level, the real success in Steemit can be accessed by those that approach it with a full-time job mindset.
Happy birthday @ejemai, you are loved by all.
Interesting how exposure found it's way here. Given that we've been discussing on exposure a lot lately sir... 😉
Absolutely,
We will be seeing more often these days, hopefully, we will have more lengthy conversations.
Lol
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Steemit has been a saving grace for me. I discovered steemit at a time when i almost lost hope for living. No finance, no assistance, no friends but steemit was the light at the end of my tunnel. I am now Steemified in positive changes.
Happy birthday our own @ejemai. Keep spreading love/steemit all over Nigeria... I see you doing that international soon!
Steemified!
The newest word for empowerment!
You deserve a medal!
Here... 🏅
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WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Recently, before November this year, i was really into alot of facebooking and twitting. My social media life usually revoled around those platforms. Third week of November, things changed. This was a week after i joined steemit. I began to realise that i was good at constructive articles and that i could teach people with my articles.... So, I now use my new passion to make money and to educate! Steemit was my eye opener. How else would i have realised!
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WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Late 2016 and a whole chunk of 2017 was enough for anyone (like me) to give up on life a take the easy way out but then the thought of the disappointment my loved ones must feel kept me afloat till I found steemit (or better still, steemit found me).
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WHAT Steemit means to me
Steemit is my workplace
Where I meet new people , share ideas and also earn in the process
Steemit is like my school where I gain knowledge from reading and researching
Steemit is like my Place of development where I am exposed to different opportunities in writing and also blogging . HBD @ejemai
Thank you @ejemai for being honest fulfilling your promises
Bless up
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Steemit is my new unique world
Steembees is my origin
Euronation is my home
Stach is my family
Genesis project is my goal
I stand with steemgigs
Amec is my ambition
Steemit is my portal to success,it made all these wonderful listings possible
Hbd @ejemai....wullnp
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Haha, what an inspiring post @ejemai. Anyways this is my own "what steemit means to me" https://steemit.com/stach/@thelovejunkie/ejemai-happy-birthday-to-a-great-steemian
Awwn that's s sweet of ya! A whole post dedicated to @ejemai.. Loving! Loved! @thelovejunkie 🤣😎
TheloveliestJunkie, thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Happy Birthday @ejemai.
Steemit means information.
Steemit means oneness,quality relationship with value financially and intellectually(family and friends)
Steemit means love to me.
Steemit means happiness to me.
Steemit means giving.
Steemit means liberty(freedom of speech).
Steemit means cryptocurrency.
Steemit means blogging .
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
First of all happy birthday and truly you are lucky been among the few to be born this day means two celebrations for you then.
What Steemit mean to me?
Otem!! Boss!
There's no place we'd rather be!
yes boss
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WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
More than anything else steemit is restoration to me......I have always had this passion to express myself or impact people via writing but lost it to other life pusuits......coming in contact with steemit and stach community has helped restore back my lost passion......
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WHAT Steemit Means to me?
It's beyond earning cool cash and growing in reputation too. Helps you to be dependent, put down those ideas ,thoughts ,images into writing. Educate someone and inspire someone through reading other people's blog. Push you to learn more and read more thus improving yourself.
Like they say;
Think it, Steemit!
Thanks for writing Missy... Happy new year! 😎
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steemit is so amazing, I regret not being met sooner with steemit.
steemit miracle hand god, very helpful to my family's finances mainly. Here I can meet great people with great content.
Happy new year and Happy Birthday @ejemai wish you all the best...
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
'WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME'
I just discovered that I can actually sit down and write something that people would appreciate. Maybe it's the incentive behind it, or maybe not, but whatever it is, am embracing it wholeheartedly.
so in a nutshell, steemit means Abigail coming out of her shell😇
Happy Birthday @ejemai, 🍻
age gracefully.
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WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
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Well said Buddy!
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Happy New-Steem, Happy New-year
What steemit mean to me..
When I first joined steemit I thought it was "just a social media that pays", BUT INSTEAD I SAW, it's a platform for expressing yourself in freedom and originality, meeting new people, then there are those who have created something beautiful here!!!
And I get to be part of it!
Happy birthday once again sir!
People! Community! Strength!
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Steem is, to me, a proof of the new change, new era of the internet. An era where entertainement, information and communication can pay for your bills and food. I even get to meet great people. This community has the least amount of trolls ive ever seen online!
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit is my bestfriend,it has taught me consistency,patience,it has improved on my conception of giving and taking.
It has led me to reduce my circle,to be around people with the same foresight thanks to @stach,@ejemai and Uyo community for this.it means alot to me
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Congratulations !!!
What steemit means to me
1.its a social media but it's different from others because you earn while blogging,and you learn from ur mistakes because this is a social community.. You earn and lose at times..
2.it brings unity and also leadership quality from members
3.you share knowledgeable ideas
4.you meet new people here.
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What Steemit means to me.
Happy birthday to you boss @ejemai i wish you greater achievement in steemit and life in general.
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT Steemit Means to me
For me Steemit is a prayer answered. Been hungry for something to do but i wanted something i would enjoy and love doing and still make money from it. Now i can express myself, reach people, grow and make money. Now, the future excites me.
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
Happy new year to you too
What steemit means to me
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.
WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
Steemit is a platform that has provided me with a rare opportunity to improve my writing skills and also get paid. Steemit is a place that helps me learn both from people's posts and their comments and at the same time I get to share my ideas.
And happy birthday
Wullnp
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Happy Birthday, Bro.
WHAT Steemit Means to me.
To me, Steemit is a platform to share my ideas, innovation, and creativity to the world whilst being rewarded for it. As an Introvert, Steemit gave me a voice and ability to network and meet new amazing people. Steemit is a Savior.
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WHAT STEEMIT MEANS TO ME
I love steemit because it encourage writing.
I love steemit because it give pen to an ordinary man. I love it because it improve the welfare of ordinary man.
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hi buddy, we are all steemit community ,, we hope this year could be better than before. congratulations to re-greeting prosperous for a useful steemit
@ejemai
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What Steemit Means to Me
Steemit means to me a platform capable of translating the unheard to the most heard, the unreached to the known, the pauper to the giver. There are so many things in my life now that would have been impossible without steemit.
Thanks @ejemai
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What Steemit means to me
While growing up, I've heard severally that
Steemit to me is a Community of Givers. Givers of;
•Quality Content and
•Time
Information has become very expensive in the world today but steemit with it's ideology of getting paid for writing, has made million dollars information readily available.
happy birthday sir @ejemai ...God bless you real good ..
Thanks for coming out to play and have a Happy New Year.