Six Years on the Hive Blockchain - What a Journey!
13/07/2017 was the beginning of my exciting journey into the blogosphere, a whole new world called the blockchain. I had no clue what that word meant but encouraged by my son, I immediately joined, and very soon became hooked on Steemit Hive.
I actually suffer severe withdrawal symptoms when I cannot blog for some reason or other, and I'm not kidding when I say this!
Back then, there were no communities, so I was basically on my own, a little redfish swimming all by myself in a big ocean, although I think I was called a plankton back then. Can anyone correct me there?
I loved blogging, and was thrilled when someone stopped by for a proper conversation; the rewards were irrelevant.
Naturally, the bonus was waking up in the morning, or logging on at the end of the day and seeing my post earnings had grown substantially by an upvote from bigger accounts.
Little did I know that one day those rewards would become a life-saver, as they did during the horrid Covid lockdowns when our BnB income dried up.
I chuckle to myself when I remember how afraid I was of joining Discord as I would be exposed as a Crypto-Illiterate! How wrong was I, soon learnt this was the go-to place for questions, to gain knowledge, and get to know the community.
Thanks go to @hivebuzz for keeping tabs on my milestones, I would totally have forgotten about my sixth Hive birthday if they did not nudge me.
However, I'm still two days late in writing my birthday post, as there have been two major CURVEBALLS thrown my way, which also kept me away from Hive.
Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash
My blockchain journey took off with food; specifically, Sandwiches, I kid you not - yes a weekly sandwich contest by the Manwich Maker @jaybird, that ran non-stop for 100 weeks!
There were many foodie contests where I met some wonderful kindred spirits. The very best chef on Hive has to be @carolynstahl who keeps on producing the most amazing dishes, beautifully presented, with a nice little story attached.
Food blogging is very time-consuming, believe it or not, but also super-satisfying. I was hooked as the kitchen is my favourite playground, but had to slow down when our BnB became too busy, and I had to start cooking dinners for young students who only eat run-of-the-mill hearty meals and so my experimenting in the kitchen started waning.
When my Mom became ill and needed constant caring, playing in the kitchen came to a dead halt!
I would love to tag everyone who has been part of my journey, it is a very VERY long list, but I have to make mention a very special old friend who encouraged and inspired me right at the beginning, and that is the very kind author @ericvancewalton!
Getting to know dear Mr. @pinmapple who has joined me on many trips around South Africa, has been another fabulous experience, and a great place to store my travel journeys.
I tried to cram some snippets of my Hive journey into this image
During difficult times, such as now, Hive has become a place where I can offload some of life's burdens, as I find it helps me focus, and kind of dilutes the problem.
Hubby is currently being prepped for coronary bypass graft surgery, to take place on Monday. It's been a stressful couple of weeks, knowing something serious is up, and a long week in hospital waiting for the outcome.
I however do feel more confident after my nephew, who is in medicine, told me he's heard very good things about the surgeon and that he is much sought-after by cardiologists for this procedure.
Having to postpone our trip has been a huge disappointment, but you do not play with matters of the heart!
My head, and shoulder, have not been in the right space to spend much time here on Hive, hence the late birthday post!
The most challenging thing I took on, was starting the Silver Bloggers Community, which took up a lot of my time.
I however have an awesome team in @fionasfavourites, @mondoshawan, @coquicoin, and @tengolotodo, and could never have grown the community without them!
Two other blockchain friends who advised right at the outset were @livinguktaiwan, and @papilloncharity, so a big thank you to both of them!
My latest little babe, Hive Thrifted is slow in taking off, but I plan to revamp her soon to make it easier for Hivers to turn their pre-loved attic finds into Hive or HBD, or having the opportunity to buy gorgeous vintage and contemporary preloved goods, using Hive or HBD straight from their wallet!
Finally, thank you one and all who I have crossed paths with here, it's been an awesome and happy six years on Hive, and I hope to have many many more!
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A very happy hive anniversary to you, six years on the chain is such a great deal.
I wish you all the best with hubby's surgery and hope that everything goes smoothly.
Cheers! To more beautiful year's on #hive !luv
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! help(no space) to get help on Hive. InfoCongratulations Lizzie, six years here is pretty mind-boggling! I love being part of the SBC team 💪
Keeping my fingers crossed that it all goes smoothly for Arthur.
Congrats on the 6 blockchain stone in your crypto life. I am a few months behind you and time flew by.
I hope your hubby’s surgery will go well Monday
Have a great day and again congrats
Many congrats @lizzelle, that's a great milestone!
My best wishes for your beloved one surgery and hope you get better soon 🤗
Happy Hive Anniversary to you @lizelle. I've not known you long but the few times I've interacted with you has proven to be such a delight as you're a very wonderful and down to earth person.
I wish you all the best as you celebrate your 6 years on Hive and many more to come. Lots of !luv🌺🥳
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! help(no space) to get help on Hive. InfoCongrats on your 6th Hiversary Lizzie!!! The whole blogosphere has been quite a journey for everyone and you have really embraced it so well, kudos to you for that.
Good luck to your Arthur on Monday and I wish him a speedy recovery after the ops so you guys can continue with your European trip!
Congrats and Happy 6th! What a journey it must have been and plenty more! I put my hands together for your hubby's surgery to go smoothly and for his speedy recovery. 🙏🙏
Yay! 🤗
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Congrats on 6 fantastic years!
Oh dear Lizelle! I am sorry your husband is going through this. I will send him warm wishes the best that I can, and to you also.
Thank you for the generous comment. I really feel the same about you. You are Hive to me. When I think about Hive, there is an image in my mind of you. I cherish knowing you and the others.
I am very proud and honoured to be your friend.❤️
Happy anniversary, sweet friend! Here's to many more <3 I'm glad you're here.
congratulations Lizzie, it's inspiring to see other South Africans also able to grasp blockchain and cryptocurrency to their benefit. Here's to another six years!
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Happy sixth Hive'versary to you Lizelle! I'm so glad we met. Our friendship is a great example of the power of this blockchain to bring people together from all around the world. Here's to many more years!
Happy Anniversary!
Many of us go missing in action when RL happens so suddenly, congratulations on your birthday, time most definitely stands still for nobody, then @hivebuzz gives a friendly reminder !LOLZ
Wishing hubby well through the surgery our thoughts are with both of you.
PS: Those sandwiches you posted had most dribbling most days 😂, very innovative with nice recipes and ideas.
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Congrats on your six years anniversary is really worth the journey spent here so far.
Reading of Hiveans anniversary posts are on of the things I love to read as it encourages me to do better.
Cheers to more amazing years on the blockchain ma’am 🥳🥳
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Sorry sweetie, I voted yesterday just before a power cut and we are now on the brim of another power cut. I knew that you were in the 6 year line just behind me and welcome to the 6 year crowd.
You certainly deserve it and now for the 10 year milestone.
Congratulations and all of our !LUV maybe also have some !PIZZA
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Happy hive birthday to you ❤️ ah I remember too how insecure I have been joining discord as a newbie. Haaaa, they tell you should be careful with links and at the same time you get a terminal link... Happy I joined to find the help needed.
All the best wishes for your hubbies surgery 🙏
6 years is a long journey on the platform, so many stories and delicious dishes you have shared here. Hivebuzz's exciting surprises allow you to feel how your heart is on a journey while you're here. Congratulations to you for choosing and being part of the Hive platform, wishing you the best forever here.
I always wish I could be like you here @lizelle
What a heartwarming and inspirational post. Congratulations! Thank you for your quality content and delicious sandwiches! I agree. Ecency has become a place for me to tick so many boxes, from socializing, to story telling, to catharsis to sharing recipes and cat stories, all while earning money that has bailed us out of many situations we would never have been able to afford without this secondary income. We are all blessed to be here and I'm grateful to be part of the community and to have the opportunity to learn from successful hive veterans like you! Well done and thank you and many healing blessings and much love to you and your hubby.
Congratulations for these 6 years in this wonderful blockchain. How nice to read from you and see all that you have been through. Your words are very inspiring. I wish you all the beauty in the universe and many more years in this great world where we are learning little by little. Best of luck to your husband in his operation. God bless you greatly.❤️❤️❤️🌷🌷🌷
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I'm so sorry that your trip had to be postponed. Our prayers are with you and your husband for this matter to be resolved and for a speedy recovery.
Happy 6th birthday and wishing you many more.
#hive has been a journey like no other, new friends from all over the world, experiencing new cultures and their ways, learning new things, trying new ideas, laughing, sharing good times and bad, and most importantly, running into good folks like yourself.