I am so happy to hear that you got what you deserve! I love reading you blog and I am especially a huge fan of your artwork! I know the feeling when you put so much effort in writing an article and you don't get the attention you expect. When you sit there for hours just writing and than you barely get 5 upvots. Just like you said we shouldn't be discouraged but keep on writing until we get noticed. That's was steemit is about writing great content and you will be rewarded! I am looking forward for your pictures with you new camera 😍 And some new artwork hehe