Can't take Detroit out of a gal, eh? Yeah, I can relate to the early days - no helmet bike rides, hose drinking, tree climbing. Well written!
Came across your post because of the #radio tag.
We have an amazing community here, called MSP - MinnowSupportProject.org. Anyone considered with <5000 SteemPower is considered a 'Minnow', >5k it's a dolphine or whale.
MSP also has a radio station - MSPwaves.com - come on check it out. Maybe you want to do a Conspiracy Show yourself?
Here are some show: FreezePeach with 
Whatever the case - welcome to Steemit!
-Chris
Info on MSPWaves Radio
RE: Salutations! Seana here, hoping to make a good impression but oblivious to the spinach in my teeth ;)