Welcome to steemit, @elleneastcoast!

What you mentioned is also one of the reasons I find steemit so attractive as well--the ability to produce content and be rewarded for it. You don't need $5000 to get started, you just begin creating content! Thats the awesome part.

Way to stay positive despite going through some physical issues at the moment...wish you good health going forward.

And also just wanted to wish you the best on your journey here!