Thanks @macchiata - sorry for the slow reply! I agree slow and steady steps to understanding Steem is key.
There is a community out there for everyone! Yep I have been grinding for 4 months and only just starting to see some positive results.
No problems - I have been AMAZED by how many people have taken up the challenge :)
Haha it's fine. We all have lives outside replying steemit comments and checking up on everyone!
Keep on grinding mate! you will see the result soon enough :))
Yeah its true - sometimes its hard to keep up - especially when your on holiday and forget whats going on. :)