Pretty much started the same as you. I had some idea of bitcoin back then, but i shrugged off the idea. Then came the Steemit platform and told myself this is too good to be true! Earning from blogging and curating, that was like WOW! But then the community hooked me, the diverse people in Steemit and the treasure troves of knowlegde, information and tons of enjoyment made me stay. So here i am, 6 months and still having a blast. :)
More power to you @sykochica, have an awesome 2018 and God bless! :)