In Elementary school, I was one of the best writers in my whole grade. I wrote poems, stories and other great stuff. My teachers were in awe by my creativity and always wanted more.
In Jr high, and I was dealing with a lot of bullying, I used writing as an outlet for my pain. I wrote dark poetry and sad stories. Again my teachers were thrilled with my ability to write.

Back then teachers didn’t say that kind of thing unless they meant it, Not everyone got that “Gold Star”.

In high school, It’s like everything fell apart, I could get an A if I really wanted to, But English became really hard for me, My writing wasn’t good enough anymore. It hurt but It wasn’t the end of the world. I started drawing instead and I became good at it.

I was happy with the way things turned out.
I decided to write a nonfiction book, On selling your stuff, Because I’ve always been obsessed with that kind of thing, No I’m not a “druggie” or someone buying a lot of alcohol. I was just always fascinated with the possibility of having a business I could run from home.
My non fiction book did really well, But I assumed It’s because of the invaluable resources I put in there!
I also wrote a book about saving money, But I received complaints when I put some beginning commentary in there. So I assumed my writing just sucked and no one wanted to read my life story.

Here on Steemit, I took a risk.

I know my writing isn’t the best out there. But I wanted to give it a try, I wanted to learn and practice. Becoming a better writer would help me in so many ways,
I’m in awe by how much love and support I’ve gotten from this site! People leave me such kind comments.
I love on Steemit, how I can upvote those comments, And basically give that person a quarter for their great input.

But my confidence as a writer also grew, I’ve been writing helpful blog posts, Life stories. And sharing my art. I’m sharing in a completely new way.
On facebook you post something long, and you are lucky if anyone even reads it. Or if you post something complicated, You don’t always get those “likes” that feel you deserve.
Facebook seems to scrape the surface of what humans can share.
Steemit gives you a blank canvas, To put whatever you want on it.
I see people sharing non fiction stories, life stories, Complicated computer stuff, And there is so much high quality content on here! It’s such a beautiful thing.

The best part about Steemit, Is I can write freely, Imperfectly, And I still belong in this amazing community who supports each other!