I'm very glad that you found the post and read it. I wrote it in the hopes that it would always be valuable, even months after it was posted and from the looks of it, it's been a helpful resource to many new and old Steemians alike.
It's quite amazing that one can draw so many conclusions, and learn so many life lessons through studying a person's journey. I'm humbled I can be an example and hope that whatever you found inspiring in me has allowed you to reach further in your own trials and tribulations, striving for betterment, achieving things you once thought un-achievable.
Looking forward to seeing you more in 2018 michael.
indeed :-) I do think you epotimise exactly what I always thought @steemit was about. safe travels and continue to shine your light.
stay blessed...