Welcome Hive account@fauxine. You have an interesting story and, from the sounds of it, a variety of interests and talents. You should be able to find a place here at Steemit. Making money usually doesn't happen quickly here, but if you work at it, produce quality content and be active in the community, you will get there. Just takes some patience and hard work.

I wish you the best of luck on your Steemit journey and I look forward to see what you will post next.