Yes, one thing it does. My mum and i were faraway for 5 years almost for i saw her again recently and before she died recently. She used to get on steemit to read my posts and to get prouder of me. It is touching really. I just got touched again about that. Steemit does help families get close. It is a huge step that you are closer to your sister now. In due time, you should all get closer. The entire family. I tell you, that in itself is breakthrough