We just bought our plane tickets for Amsterdam and now we want to help you buy yours!
image from @t-r-f - The Travel Reimbursement Fund for SteemFest
@richardcrill and @lindseylambz will be attending SteemFest!
We have booked our room at VolksHotel and want to remind everyone to book their room now because the deadline for a guaranteed room there is tomorrow, Oct. 12th!
Update: @steemfest has just announced that the deadline has been extended so you now have unitil Sunday Oct. 16 to book your room at VolkesHotel
The plane tickets were a bit ridiculous and honestly, the only reason we are going to make it, is because we made it a priority so we did what we had to do. We couldn't pass up the opportunity to travel and take a break from the grind while making some SP along the way! We had to sell some things and use all the savings we had, but we believe in Steemit and think 1000 SP each makes it worth the trip. Plus there is a chance for some travel reimbursement so we decided to do what was needed to make it happen!
Interacting with the Steemit community
With Steemit, not only do you get paid fo doing what you want to do and writing about it, you can be rewarded by interacting with the community. This includes curating but there is so much more.
image from @steemsports
From my wallet you can see where I won my SteemFest ticket from @infovore and where I've won a little Steem with SteemSports. I wanted to share that as an example of how interacting with the Steemit community can be a rewarding experience. I also won @cryptocameo's contest a few weeks ago! And now my SteemFest Ticket! This is the most I've ever won in my life! Steemit is AWESOME! I love every part of it - curating, writing, and seeing cool projects like - @curie, @robinhoodwhale, SteemSports from @thecryptodrive, SteemFest from @roelandp, SteemMag from @infovore, BeyondBitcoin from @officialfuzzy, SteemPrentice from @virtualgrowth, @rubellitefae & @sykochica, SteemTrail from @instructor2121 and many others.
The opportunity to meet the community in such a cool way makes the trip worth it in itself.
I was lucky enough to win my SteemFest ticket from @infovore through SteemMag, so now we are going to try to pay it forward to another lucky Steemian to help them make it to SteemFest! There is also another ticket or two to win so we will be watching for that in SteemMag's next issue and you should too!
Making the Dream a Reality
SteemFest Dreamers has already bought SteemFest tickets for @mrwang and @the-future. We have also made a few small donations to a few other Steemians, but now we want to try to help a lucky Steemian make their SteemFest dreams come true with a big lump sum to pay for things like airfare and lodging! Here is how:
Awesome, so glad you took my tip and that you won a ticket from @infovore's steemmag; You definitely deserve it. Was not luck, more like karma. See you at steemfest :)
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Thank you @ballinconscious! That was clearly a helpful tip! See you there :)
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What a generous offer. There is nothing like paying it forward to make the world go round in a joyous spin!! Seems I need to be checking out some of the community links you shared above. Steemit has so much to offer--it's incredible.
My beloveds @quinneaker, visionary and founder of the @gardenofeden, and @saramiller will be making the trek to Amsterdam. Sara will be presenting yoga, and I know her class will be waaaay better with live music of the Tibetan bowls, which I just happen to play. https://steemit.com/openmic/@everlove/openmic-night-contest-entry-rejuvenation-with-the-tibetan-bowls
I will be delighted to also play them under the moon, over the water, in the still of the afternoon shade, or in anyway for anyone who needs a free opportunity for healing.
I have art that will be submitted for sharing at Steemfest and I will be blessed to connect with others of like mind with valuable offerings. I believe my experience in living in conscious community can provide great perspective and inspiration for the development of the Steemit community. I will be sharing the power of living the dream and showing an example of what it means to be the change.
One of my greatests gifts to Steemfest will be my artistic eye in photographing the event. I'm truly great at capturing the moment, so I have much to offer this community and am grateful for the opportunity to be making a difference.
I am a full time volunteer at the @gardenofeden and hence have no income to purchase tickets, hotel, airfare, etc. It would be a dream come true to attend and participate in this Steemfest event. Steemit is a huge part of my everyday life --it's truly a dynamic exchange as it appears to be developing in alignment with my values.
I would be incredibly blessed to receive assistance in realizing this Steemfest dream. I admit it feels a bit weird to be asking for assistance for myself, as I live my life in service to others. I am accustomed to reinvesting all that is received into feeding, housing and educating people. As is in my nature, I will guarantee, without a doubt, I will multiply the gift and pay it forward.
Thank you @richardcrill and @lindseylambz for being who you are and for sharing your hearts and passion with others. I am grateful to know the fine sentiment of your offer, whomever is chosen to receive the present.
A bit more about me and my life of service. https://steemit.com/life/@everlove/filling-the-bellies-of-those-in-need-a-photographic-journey-of-lives-changed
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Actually meeting you incredible people would be a blessed delight!!! Let's hope to play together and share the power of Steemit on many fronts. Steemit seems to be expanding in a lot of directions. May all our efforts create an amazing, revolutionary new economy as we unite our forces for the greater good of all!! Being together in person will kick it up to the next level!
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Agreed! I think it is an excellent opportunity for the community to come together IRL!
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Congratulations @everlove! You are the winner of all the Steem and SBD from this post. Unfortunately, it didn't do what I had hoped so I am going to go ahead and transfer 25 Steem to your account. I know that's not much but it's all I can afford for now. I am trying to get enough funds for SteemFest myself. See you there!
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Yay! You're right, that isn't much but it is more than I had. Thank you for your personal support and for having such an open heart. I do hope to see you in Amsterdam. I'm unsure how this will play out, but would love to give you both hugs for your efforts. Many, many blessings to you.
And thanks to @opeliafu and @saramiller for your posts on my behalf. Excited for possibilities of playing with you both in Amsterdam.
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Thanks for entering the contest @everlove! And thank you for such a well thought out and kind comment! Tibetan bowls, art, and photography of the event! It sounds like you definitely need to be there with @quinnaker and @saramiller!
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It would be a great delight to practice yoga with @everlove on Tibetan bowls and @quinneaker on his handmade didgeridoo at Steemfest to share ultimate health and wellness with this community!
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I would love to do some collaborative artwork with @everlove if she can make it to SteemFest! It would be amazing.
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Hopefully I can make it too! Check out my original art that I am earning my way to Steemfest with, here in Peerhub! :-) I hope to be a valuable member by hosting STEEMIT SPEED DATING while there! :-O Check out my Fund Me post, please! XOXO Cheers and best wishes!
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You AND @lindseylambz will be at STEEMFEST?! I'll be there to teach yoga!
I love the generosity you're extending to this community @richardcrill - thanks for making dreams come true!
I am super excited to teach yoga in Amsterdam! I have an abundance of treasure to share from this ancient art/science, and I'm just bursting to spread the wealth with this inspiring community!
I normally devote all my resources towards feeding, clothing, housing, and educating people as a full time volunteer at the @gardenofeden; plus, I do not support central banks or the global military industrial complex, and thus I do not have money to spend.
I am dedicating the rewards from my daily yoga posts towards my goal of getting to Steemfest and finding accommodations -- this is the link to my campaign! It is my Steem dream to acquire a plane ticket just from SBD generated in support of the valuable gift of yoga I'm already bringing -- this is the new economy!!
Further, I would be honored to have @everlove play the Tibetan bowls with @quinneaker on his handmade didgeridoo while we all do yoga -- yoga jam with live music is my favorite, and these incredible beings are ultimate yogis of life! May we sail on to Steemfest with the greatest of ease!
I am thrilled for the unfolding potential of Steemfest!
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Well then, we'll do some yoga at SteemFest! Thank you for the well thought out comment and for bringing yoga to SteemFest and for all you do with the @gardenofeden! ! If you would like to enter the contest, all you have left to do is resteem this post!
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Done and done! Thanks @richardcrill!
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Thank you!
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First off, I would like to say how awesome this is! To see people coming together for one common purpose is without a doubt, the most inspiring message that can be given.
I have booked my hotel, bought my steemticket, and now... I need a plane ticket to make it to Amsterdam. Whether I win the ticket or not, I will make it because...Where there is a will, there is a way! If I have to catch train to Miami, Fl then hitch a boat ride all the way to Amsterdam, so be it!!
When getting involved into the blockchain several years ago, I had no idea what I was doing. All I knew is that this was it. Then @steemit came along to lighten the way. Wait, you mean to tell me I can share things and earn profit from just simply revealing information about what I know, love, like, create, etc...? I was hooked instantly! And now, here we are. Namaste~!
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Rather than flood the comments section with a really long post, I'm going to link my article that has the info you requested. Best of luck to all, and thanks for making this happen @richardcrill!!✨
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Thanks for entering the contest @rubellitefae! You HAVE hit ground running! Well done! You've also piqued my interest in @steemitcity!
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Thanks so much!
Glad to hear it!! I think SteemIt.City is going to be amazing. But like anything of its calibre, there's a lot of work to be done.
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I want to go to bestow my gift of satire. Spoiler alert: Large hookers in whale suits escorting me in. I just really don't have the money. I wish I did. I'd love to hangout with everyone. I have my passport ready and have found cheap flights but working for a non-profit doesn't allow me to EVER have money in my pocket.
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no money here either...and no passport. I think mine expired when I was like 10 years old. LOL I'm shooting for next year. It would be a great 10th year wedding anniversary/vacation for hubby and I. We never had a honeymoon :)
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There you go! I hate riding in planes. I'll need about 200 dollars to get loaded on booze before the flight.
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LOL
Flying's easy. Crash landings are what suck. ;)
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Thanks for entering the contest @kryptik! Lol
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You've got my upvote. Even if 1000 sp fell in my lap, I simply couldn't make it to Amsterdam this year - but hopefully the lucky winner will have a great time! Have fun at Steemfest you two! :)
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Thank you @merej99! I'm sure we will! Sorry you won't be able to make it. Maybe next year!
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That's the plan! :D
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What I am looking for more are two people to get a ticket discount.
I am going as a representative of @rusteemitblog.
Another project that I am taking part in is MapalaNet, which is going to be a site for travellers on the Steem blockchain. @anasya is going to do the presentation, and I will be taking part and answering the questions.
We've scheduled a presentation slot for Sunday, all that is left is to get the tickets, and get there. 8)
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Thanks for entering the contest @xanoxt! Those look like great projects for building the community! All Steem and SBD from this post will go to one person, but if you win, you could share it with someone. Hopefully it's going to get a lot bigger before it cashes out!
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I would love to go to steemfest and photograph the event. check out my work. :-)
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Nice work! I looked back a several of your old photography posts! very nice! I like your new website idea too!. To enter the contest you would need to upvote and resteem this post as well. Thank you!
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Thanks :-) upvoted and resteemed
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Thanks @pcste!
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Using steem and having a community formed solely behind the screen is impressive, but there is nothing like seeing the faces behind the screen (images, thoughts, words, and music).
I think it is great to see the grassroots movement poke another mushroom cap up IRL showing that the network is alive and well.
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Agreed @rubenalexander and thanks for entering the contest!
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Meet you at steemfest :-) Greetings from Germany :-)
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Wir sehen uns dort!
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