Ah! This is how we get to know Steemians... when they write about themselves.
I enjoyed the fact that you interviewed yourself.
Your brother is @klen.civil Well I hope your are not as full as mischieff as him. (•ิ‿•ิ)

As for Steemit, you have nailed it!

also enriched my life with new connections, learning and a deeper understanding of the diversity and power of communities in the virtual world

Good luck with the contest, and thank you for the invitation.