Patience, @jocool. It takes time... I remember spending a couple of hours or more on a post that made... $0.00. And I had many in the early days that made just a few cents.
Those who succeed here make up their minds to do so. They publish consistently and engage others. In time, 5 cents becomes 50 cents becomes $2 becomes $5 until one day you realize you actually have a dedicated following of people WHO CARE about your content.
Wow! That is good to hear. Thanks for the motivation @denmarkguy. I will be sticking around.