A great article Paul, and reflective of most writers/poets on Medium.
I concur that Medium is an excellent platform, to not only have your words read, but also to express, refine and improve our own works.
I guess we all know as an earner it comes a lagging last!
Like you, there is nothing I enjoy more than reading, learning and being part of this world wide, like minded group of wonderful writers...
Very much including your good self!