You should start a YouTube channel (even if nobody watches)

[@GabeBult]

1 day left The 5 Hour KZbinr Cohort yt.gbult.co/5hyt

[@lisawhite2487]

Hi Gabe. I am very interested in this workshop but like most I will be working 🙄 Will it be offered again? Ever on a Friday or weekend? I have been following you for years! It is so fun to see you and your family grow💗

[@NAF7407]

Will you record this and post it to YT for those of us who can't join live? 🙏

[@92cracked]

How long is the workshop?

[@SufficientSpirulina]

Is this still active? The link shows not

[@Cubicle_Free]

Looks like a broken link

[@AnimeMadeReal]

Feeling disheartened. I am leaving this comment here so that after some hours, days, weeks, months or years when someone likes or comment on it, I will be reminded that I didn’t give up

[@VillaSpainMarbella]

Don’t give up!

[@angelicacole40]

Do not give up. There’s someone who would appreciate your smile.

[@AnimeMadeReal]

Thanks everyone! will keep uploading!

[@Arch2119]

Don't give up man! Stay positive you got this 🙏🏻

[@jayt7053]

Will be liking and disliking this this comment to like it again every now and then so that you'll be reminded. Rooting for you! ❤

[@larryryan6003]

I have made 240 videos and only have 67 subscribers, but at nearly 72 years of age, I am having fun making and editing videos and truly enjoy the process.

[@bradgouvea9590]

Good for you!

[@MariusBLid]

Awesome!

[@larryryan6003]

@@MariusBLid Thank you!

[@aditikule2482]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@slsilver481]

67 is good!

[@Thegreatresetoflife]

I started my channel today. Thank you. It's my birthday and I need positive change in my life.

[@GabeBult]

Happy birthday!! 🎂

[@Lily-uz3tg]

Happy birthday dude! You got this! Do it for you :>

[@geo.polaris]

Happy birthday and good luck for your channel !🙂

[@aries-seventhseal2473]

Happy birthday and Congratulations 🎊 👏 🎉🎉❤❤❤❤ 7:37

[@aries-seventhseal2473]

​@GabeBult thank you tons. Beautiful job. And beautiful precious family. All the best. New sub here now.🎉 7:37

[@HomesteadingAlaskatoMaine]

I started my Homesteading and building a house for $20,000 channel about a month ago. I like the idea of my grandkids watching. I don't live near them, so it helps.

[@GabeBult]

That sounds awesome! Best of luck! I’ll check it out

[@freedompanda9438]

I’m homesteading in Montana, and after over 3 years I’ll be doing Winter in my cabin that I built. I have to paint the interior & do trim work, as well as plumb it…but it’s insulated & warm & dry. We get to -40 here, much like your area I’m sure, and it’s not easy. Having a KZbin channel could be a fantastic thing to document and share your struggles & victories.

[@WayOfTheZombie]

I posted a new solar air heater diy video and it's a 1/10! I was super authenticly me and it's paying off. I also added a story you wouldn't expect! Storytelling is also KEY

[@JehnReads]

I started mine last week just to have a creative outlet and a place to talk freely about the books I read.

[@Findingmyfee4]

Same, more of a creative outlet

[@4hisglory247always]

I just started too ! Nice I’ll subscribe

[@TheoriginalBMT]

The hardest part was starting. I listen to so many books and occasionally read. But I agree, being able to talk about my own insights is really liberating. Rather than have my thoughts just stuck in my head or in notes.

[@Tipsy_PS5_Stream]

Keep up the good work! I need something to read please 😄

[@bakerbeltz]

Gabe is right about 2 things. Some of the most successful videos on my channel are just me shooting the breeze about what I’ve been up to. And I do feel like I’m finding my people. A lot of comments I get are from people who have the same interests as me. And as long as my channel is relatively small, I can respond to every comment, so it feels like community too.

[@trailertrish]

i love being able to respond to every comment too! ❤

[@seagirl1100]

I agree with your comment on Gabe’s channel. After 6 weeks I’m finding my people. I am him 6 years ago. Floundering trying to find me. He is successful and enjoying life. That’s an awesome goal!

[@MyBlazingLife]

I finally started posting on my channel on Oct. 7th. I had been putting it off for years. I was letting fear hold me back. It’s been great watching you grow.

[@pipsqueakcooter]

I just subbed. Great channel you have. :)

[@diariosdegeorgerider2297]

It's funny that I found your video at this moment in my life, man... I truly feel every single word you said. To share a bit about myself, I'm a 38-year-old guy from Peru, and I’ve been working in tourism for almost a decade. However, I've decided to restart my forgotten KZbin channel because I want to share the stories in my mind with the world. My videos aren’t good enough yet to reach my ideal audience (just people that share the same interest as me), but after hearing your words, I feel more inspired to keep pushing harder and create higher-quality content. Thanks for sharing this message. Greetings from Peru!

[@seagirl1100]

Me to, your so young, give it a go! I subscribed to your channel. I hope to see you find your people!

[@Lifebeyondthesea]

very good points you make. i had zero plans to 'vlog' back in 2012. but after moving to the philippines, i needed a way to share my videos with my grown kids back home so, i put them on youtube. just goofing around town, exploring places. next thing i knew, 'people of youtube' began asking me questions about visas, budgets, customs, dating. now i've been vlogging for 12 years, over 100,000 subs. over 31 million views. here's an important distinction you made; "you have something you want to say." sadly, everybody and their brother that moves to the philippines now "has a channel". but they have nothing to say. so many just copy other content like a template and hope for views. they aren't putting themselves out there, creatively or sincerely. and so, YT-philippines travel niche is now flooded with many lame channels going nowhere. i just started my 4th channel today. different genres, different audiences. as you said, "your people" are out there, and they will find you. if a person is consistent and constantly improving.

[@CarlosMataShow]

Giving me the final push to get YT channel going, committing an extensive full day next Saturday with no other obligations to get the ball rolling. Thanks for positive encouragement!

[@TheClutterLady]

Yes, it's CRAZY how much I'm learning all the time in just a year of making KZbin videos and how exciting it still is! 😍

[@GabeBult]

That’s awesome to hear!

[@EmotionalPerspective]

Started mine a couple of weeks ago, my first videos are a bit all over the place, but I'm happy so far!

[@GabeBult]

That’s great! It’s good to just start and see what sticks

[@HealthandWealth-2024]

I checked your channel out, i like your thumbnails.

[@EmotionalPerspective]

@@HealthandWealth-2024 Mine? Oh thanks, I appreciate it.

[@NassirineTAMOUYATAOU]

Thank you, I wish good luck, for all of us new KZbinrs🥰

[@roymakay3747]

Excellent no-bs video! Can you make another no-bs video about what kit and software you use if possible?

[@tiffanyonwudinanti]

I’d like to see this video too!

[@FinancewithZara]

Yess me too

[@PacienciaCanda]

Yes, please!

[@hirsagar5684]

Me too

[@melissaroberts5808]

Me too

[@Sonahart]

Thanks Gabe! Started being more consistent on KZbin this year and the part about having things to share with people is something I really connect with. And it’s great to find people that connect in some way with the same things

[@GabeBult]

That’s awesome! It’s such a cool outlet to connect

[@kathy_ncarolina87]

My Internet is out for the 6th day due to Helene 🌪️ ! I didn't realize how much I did depend on it for my lonesome entertainment. Bummer 😉 Suggestions ?

[@CharlieHeritage1]

I just started mine last week. Commited to one video a day for a year, looking to move outside my comfort zone and learn as much as I can!

[@trailertrish]

i post every day as well. its time consuming but so worth it. im having a blast. ❤

[@CharlieHeritage1]

@ I agree it can be very time consuming, but the growth day to day makes it all the worthwhile as you say! 🙌🏼

[@SanDzFit]

True that! I use my channel to encourage others…but it’s also nice to have an outlet.

[@tra3774]

I have thought about making a channel. I oftentimes felt like I didn't have a lot to say, but I've gone through a health journey that I think other people could benefit from my experience and you made me feel like maybe I should start. It whether anybody watches or not. At least I've put it out there in the universe. Also, I've let my kids start a KZbin channel where he plays video games and it has helped him grow as a person and his analytical skills and planning and excitement for the growth of his channel is just adorable! I'm so proud of him that he's working on his skills and editing and even his voiceovers just to see him. Get excited about learning new skills makes me so happy for him.

[@seagirl1100]

I subbed I will watch! Health issues is what I like to listen and encourage. Life can be tough, but there are a lot of us out there. Life throws some curves. I will wait for your next video! Your grand son can show you in minutes how it’s done 😂

[@frederikwintherlarsen]

I totally agree with everything you said. I started my own channel two months ago. I just got monetised this week. I am so happy that I did it. I will post a video about getting your channel monetised as quickly as possible this weekend. I am very excited to share what I have learned!

[@seagirl1100]

Congrats on being monetized 🎊 🍾🎉

[@beverlyclaridge]

Great video, Gabe! I agree. Starting my KZbin channel was an excellent decision. I was at rockbottom after losing my mother and my brick and mortar business, followed by entering lockdown in a home filled with business stuff here in New Zealand. On top of that I was officially OLD at 65! So, what did I have to lose? It's been a very good decision that helped me not only reinvigorate my arts practice, but gave me a lot of confidence.

[@zainuwaheed3037]

Coming to me just at the right time, thank you for your authenticity! 🎉

[@RobsNeighbor]

One month 350+ subs and loving the process!

[@BrianLera]

I feel so connected to that. I don’t know what I’m doing with my channel but I feel there’s a story in me. For whoever watches, I’m happy to be just creating. I love it.

[@uploadingjoy9120]

I was enjoying this video and looked at your subscriber count and was shocked that you're not in the millions. Your videos are always amazing!

[@seagirl1100]

Wow, this was so encouraging. I just started posting seriously only for 6 weeks. What your conversation is I needed. Thank You!

[@Avila_The_3arber]

Hell yea thanks for sharing

[@GabeBult]

For sure!

[@AccompanyMe-r9q]

Love the Flannel!

[@GabeBult]

Same!!

[@TrailsViewsArt]

I had a channel but started making videos again a month ago. For the things I love doing and inspire me. Like a video diary for me to preserve the memories. I feel so inspired to make videos and to be able one day to go back and watch them. I barely have 100 subscribers but for just one month over 50 people subscribed and they are so supportive. Thank you for the video, it's so real and inspiring!

[@lauriechan2966]

This video is really well constructed! Keep up the fantastic work! I'm definitely noticing your progression and maturity in life. You're learning so much, it's astonishing. I definitely notice the uptick in video quality and editing. I'm LOVING your channel, everyday I watch you grow up. Stay humble, keep grinding, keep learning, stay present. You absolutely should continue to share your gifts with the world, Gabe! This is an exciting time for you.

[@firstfruitsfinance]

Love reading through these comments, makes me giddy! Just started my YT channel last week 🎉

[@Treborray]

So true about building a community of people like you. I did this with streaming 11 years on Twitch. Now I’m excited to do it on KZbin ! God Bless brother !

[@teresacarapeto7490]

I am so grateful you did start your KZbin channel Gabe. It is both heartwarming and inspirational to witness you staying humble throughout the years despite your success. Sending you and the family so much love. Hugs Teresa and Family

[@GabeBult]

Thank you so much!

[@seekingfreesolace]

I just started mine a few days ago! So fun to learn as you go. Enjoying the journey! Thank you for encouraging others to do the same.

[@harveydegree]

Thanks Gabe, just what i needed!

[@GabeBult]

Hope it helps!

[@KrisHaley]

Love that you said "so many people stop growing" that really captured how I felt. This really is a beautiful video. Made me feel better about working my channel. Thank you

[@KamilSkaski]

Great video! Exactly what I needed. I recently started my channel and I’m loving the process! This is not a sprint, but a marathon!

[@GabeBult]

So true!

[@bachelorskitchen56]

Thanks for the video. Good one. I have started to YT channels while having 40 hour work week. Nothing to lose, everything to gain. In the end, YT is a good skill to have because learning soooo much.

[@TheCreativeMidlifeMan]

This is just great! I’m looking for my tribe and this is a way to find them while also being authentic, which is crucial for us all to connect and thrive. Thank you!

[@OutHereinAlaska]

Thanks for throwing this video out there. I've been on the platform for 6 months now and the learning and creative outlet that is completely different from my 9-5 has been my favorite part of the journey so far.

[@Lusomad_alli]

Gabe, thank you! I loved this transparent video style. I've been a fan for awhile. You have inspired me to continue with my KZbin Channel. Anyone who is interested in Portuguese, Brazil, language learning - would love to have you :)

[@thetruckerswallet]

You deserve to have millions of followers. Youre the only KZbinr ive followed for years and its great to see how you grow and share that with your viewers, thank you for what you create and share with the world!

[@jedimortgageadvisor]

Thanks for the video! New first time watcher. Love the authenticity!

[@JoeysPainCave]

I'm 55 and ready to share my journey and become a full time creator. Thanks for sharing Gabe.

[@VenableAdventures]

I just make videos while out of town, at car shows or out fishing. Not many people watch them but it’s cool that I can go back and watch my son grow up while having fun with us.

[@kellydoeslife]

Jump on that free training, Gabe got me to start my channel and I’m really enjoying every bit of it! Good man Gabe!

[@GabeBult]

Thanks!! Great to see u here

[@kellydoeslife]

I don’t think I’ll leave 😂

[@Mvjesty23]

Gabe, I’ve been watching you for a long time now. I love your videos and have seen you and your family grow. You’ve inspired me with my financial journey, now I need to let you inspire me to be quiet and create. I was a professional videographer and photographer for 3 years. I have since let my equipment collect dust. People say I have the skillset to go far as a creator, but for whatever reason I just can’t pull the trigger. I need to just try to consistently upload for 3 months, to see if I like it. Let’s hope that I can finally start

[@adventureseeking]

I love that you are from New England too. I have fun watching your videos trying to guess where you are. I recognized Newport, RI in a second. Thanks for the video, awesome content.

[@joel_adamsFOHsound]

Just started my channel and love seeing stuff like this

[@AlvinTatumJr]

Definitely bro, decided to hop back in this week. Good advice.

[@SreaputhmesaSun]

I have been listening to you for quite a while. By far this video is one of my favorites. I started my KZbin at the beginning of this year, even though nobody watches much, but I still love making those videos. I hope to reach to your level one day. Thanks for sharing!

[@switchtoplants]

I’ve been in and out of the youtube channel space because of lots of life changes trying to find balance with being a new mama. Appreciate this video a lot because I have given up since becoming a mom but youtube has always been what I believed to be what can give me not only flexibility but a place of belonging and sharing with others. Signed up for the class.

[@GabeBult]

As someone who has 2 kids I know that can be vary hard! But it has given me a lot of freedom to be with my kids more then being out of the house doing stuff

[@MarkYaasi]

I had the same thought when I started. Way more Benefits than just money. Thanks for sharing❤

[@GabeBult]

So true !

[@hardcase501st8]

Thanks man for this video. I really needed this, this week. Met all of my current goals and kind of wondering where I go from here. This really helped push me in the right direction towards my next thing. So THANK YOU 🙏

[@joeyc666]

Congratulations on meeting all of your goals though. That deserves some celebration I think :)

[@TheTravelingPublisher-JB]

Thank you for this video! You inspired me to start my channel about a week ago, and I’m having so much fun and seeing benefits already! Thank you for your wonderful work! Jennifer

[@AndrewJacks2]

Started my channel this spring. Followed a similar FIRE path through frugality & REI. Thanks for your videos!

[@BenjaminKatesook]

Your channel has always been such an inspiration to me Gabe, absolutely love all your videos and how genuine they are! I aspire to have a channel similar to yours one day and really like to model after you

[@MarkPielago]

I started following you as far as i remember you only have around 50k+ subscriber and now you have almost 600k subscribers. I admire your consistency.

[@JohnSanabria]

Cool, thanks for sharing with us how your process started. Blessings

[@TheQuestLog-g5c]

I just started this channel today, I had watched you're video earlier today. This video seriously gave me a boost to get started and stick with it. Very glad I came across this video when I did.

[@toasterbotnet]

Love the motivation. Keeps me going. Got started with my KZbin Channel already. It's damn hard. Can't get of the ground. Fighting for every single subscriber. But I just love posting stuff.

[@GabeBult]

The first 1k then 10k is by far the hardest then it compounds

[@toasterbotnet]

@@GabeBult 1K would be big for me. Still at 50 😄 Will keep grinding

[@kathleendobsonpiasecki9703]

I've gotten your free course before but I just signed up again. I'm finally ready to do this

[@no_onein2024]

I've been thinking of starting one for a WHILE now. One of my passions is to teach from my own life experiences. I am not a "professional" but sometimes REAL LIFE experiences that can be motivating and viewed as a support. This is my FIRST video I'm watching after seriously thinking about it again. I'm not sure HOW to start this but I appreciate how you said you started with just a phone and started talking about things you reallly loved.

[@DailyPickleballNews]

Thanks for this Gabe. Needed to hear this right now, after uploading daily, Monday - Friday, for over a year. Cheers

[@JOJOUNCLEBLOGS]

Beautiful. Love the way you express yourself. ❤️

[@Sundayschoolnetwork]

Serious equipment there. 😊 Thank you for telling your story.

[@karmaisbisht]

Hi Gabe, Thank you so much for this incredible video! Every word you shared was not only relevant but truly inspiring. Your story about starting a KZbin channel, even when it feels like no one is watching, resonates deeply. I appreciate the honesty and calmness with which you shared your journey and the lessons you've learned over the years. It’s motivating to see such genuine storytelling, and it makes me feel like I can take that leap too. I have started my KZbin journey 4 months back and I will continue to improve and create videos no matter what :) Huge thanks to KZbin for recommending your video - it was exactly what I needed to hear!

[@nabsteve]

Started taking my channel seriously 3 days ago. I don't plan to stop!😊

[@Perseverance-EJ]

On the journey! I started a while ago and dude im not the best 😂( yet). Ive got to learn how to edit and how to storytell better, your work is so good! Its so funny you popped up on my feed, i JUST made a video about minimalism and boom Learning Growing and Improving, failing and not going to give up! I will have faith i can develop and become the creator worthy of 1 mill subs, long way to go!!

[@Jessefivethirtythree]

Been planning my channel for a couple years putting it off, due to not being happy with what id produced, but recently pushed forward, and am happy to say im actively filming and posting now, decided to not put the pressure on my self and just go forrward with it, thrilling times 🙏🤙

[@SEARCHINFORMER]

Just what I needed to hear as we start building this old channel up again. Inspiring -Thank You! 😉

[@bryanfaucett]

Your right, I feel this video and you have already impacted my life. Thanks for sharing!

[@BIZ-274]

Awesome mate.....love the content......watching from South Auckland - NEW ZEALAND.......Chur

[@nabeelabbas4511]

Love From Pakistan My Inspiration You are Changing my Life as a Minimilist ❤

[@Viper1Zero]

I also started my channel in 2019. I waited for 3 years to pull the trigger, but I’ve built a community of thousands that love what I love. I saw a gap in my particular niche (cinematic gaming) and it was something I wanted to see on KZbin. Combining that with genuine passion for the game, people started following and commenting regularly. I love what I’ve created and that I’m in full control of how much I post.

[@SunnyKindJourney]

100% agree with your thoughts, Gabe 🌿

[@Theinsightfulgentleman2024]

Regular guy here too thank you for the great video. Started my channel on Monday two videos uploaded already thank you for the insight. Small channels Unite

[@madeinandhra12-rk5mw]

I am a small youtuber in my mother tongue telugu - I am settled in USA and this KZbin - which I started as a hobby - helped me a lot to connect back to my mother tongue. I am in academia and in medical field - so all day I speak and teach in English and I could refind myself - another thing to look at.

[@Hungry_Tree_Ghost]

This video randomly came across my recommendations. Great advice. I've breezed through the comments, and I'm among the many that probably needed to hear this as motivation. I have many, many hours of footage sitting in external hard drives that need editing. Just never seem to find the time. Videos i have uploaded are just random "hey, while I'm here, let me just bust the phone out" moments.

[@successway6789]

I finally started posting on my channel on Oct. 7th. I had been putting it off for years. I was letting fear hold me back. It’s been great watching you grow.

[@WaskiSquirrel]

I've run a KZbin channel since 2007. Of course, when your topics are North Dakota, fountain pens, mechanical typewriters, and the occasional deep dive into a topic or obscure books...you don't get many views. But I have some regular commenters that I interact with and my channel has grown. I'm glad I started it and that I've kept with it, even if I don't get that many views.

[@ThePracticalWarrior]

Thanks so much for this one! It really hit home with my goals to build my channel! Great content Gabe!

[@hirsagar5684]

Thanks for this video gabe..i love your videos and your style...now i also gonna start myown KZbin channel...this is what i need thanks again

[@lakesidelaura2088]

🎉Thanks for sharing;) just starting my yt journey-it's fun!

[@LivingInVancouver-BC]

Really inspiring, Gabe. Love this perspective...and your ability to be so genuine on camera.

[@EricHaefele]

I just posted my first video last week! I’ll be posting my second in a couple days. It’s a vlog style channel and I’m just talking about myself and I’m doing it to cope with burnout while telling my story. I’ve been finding more folks like yourself and it keeps me motivated. Thanks for your content!

[@GabeBult]

Let’s go!! It’s just a long term play

[@EntwineYourEssence]

Also just started one recently, helping people to reconnect with their authentic path! Thank you for inspiration, keeps me going❤

[@Somimachina]

I started my channel yesterday. Your videos really inspire me! I just share my thoughts on philosophy, psychology, and whatever else comes to mind-even though I’m not sure if people are going to listen. I just try let out all the thoughts bottled up inside me lol

[@Mommajarritos]

Thank you for this very encouraging message. It was very timely for me. 💜🦋

[@neighborhoodandrew]

At least try. I needed this. Thanks Gabe.

[@dunglifemovement]

Thank you for making this video. My friends have been encouraging me to make a channel, and I just need a push in the right direction.

[@colemantube4935]

Thanks , I feel certainly invigorated to be challenged by every new video I create and look forward for the next and next even if I’m my biggest fan ❤😂

[@roxtendo]

Im on 60k subs right now and maybe Im not good enough to tell you one thing. Dont start a gaming channel. Believe me. Lets Plays wont bring you somewhere these days. And if you are able to find a Game you have to burnout yourself, rush your game to produce as many videos as possible as soon as possible. This is how I killed my motivation and thinking about doing a second non gaming channel. But Gabe is right. You have to enjoy the progress but it could be that you lose your way and only think about the next sponsorship, if your next videos is a hit or miss. So yeah, never think about success, think about a channel that motivates you to do this for years and improve yourself. And one thing that everyone thinks about himself: "I dont look good, so I dont have to put my face in the internet". Believe me, many people dont even care how you look, if your video is awesome or helpful. And tbh dont be afraid about your friends or family. You think they will stalk you channel? Make fun of you? Nope. I told some friends about mine and guess what? We never speak about it or any video. Everyone is filled with their own problems and seeking for their answers, they dont even have the time to judge me. But this is just my experience. Go out and create! Gabe is a guy who is totally the right guy to give you the best direction.

[@greyghostinfinite]

This was awesome. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@jadon2009]

Nice advice 👌

[@kathy_ncarolina87]

Hey Gabe. I just caught your video and I totally enjoyed it and I want to follow you for a while. Especially with the Mansions. However, I don't know if you have heard anything about Hurricane Helene from Florida up through North Carolina (me) and above Virginia. So currently, Wi-Fi is iffy. But I will continue to catch up with you and travel in my Senior years , I'll be 67 , November 23, and the Hurricane was the first excitement in ages, although it was devastating to so many people and animals, etc. Sorry, us Southerner's do tend to talk a lot. Thanks for your You Tube 🤔 Adventurous lesson plan. I'm extremely impressed and proud of your new career opportunities ( I think you hit the Jackpot very quickly and you're going to make Bank 🏦👍 ) while entertaining us in the meantime!! Win-win $$ 🌹 ENJOY YOUR FAMILY TIME TOO❤

[@7SideWays]

I may do one about obtaining early time freedom. When asked how I can point them to it, further freeing my time. Thank you!

[@aboyd1988]

Nice video. The world needs positive, sincere advice.

[@LivingProcess]

Brilliant as always 💚 It's cool how KZbin makes the world smaller with like-minded people. I would love to learn something new maybe not KZbin not sure how (Deaf) but it's interesting Have a Favorite Weekend 💚

[@Joe-ti7qd]

We call those echo chambers. Hasn't done the world any good i can see. We don't even really socialize anymore.

[@bennymalave6814]

You are really awesome. I love your content and that you are your “niche”. Thanks for being inspiring through being authentic.

[@HarmonyofHeartsStories]

I am overwhelmed . I have ideas but its hard to get followers.. and 👀 to watch ur content.. watching here to boost my hope.

[@jbcrunchy]

Good video Gabe. I've been on YT since April 2007 and just messed around, never really taking it seriously. I want to and will change that.