I was hoping their automated system would at least send a we have received your application email.

Very inspiring.

It inspired me and gave me a good idea of what I need to do.

I found the cardboard curtain much more inspirational than she did :) 

You inspired me to revise my post a bit.

That does not show any inspiration....if they're merely decent, then walk away.

So This was me when I was a wee lad, and the way we did it was my dad issued me a 1099, I believe there are limits where the child may not have to file a tax return, but I filed anyway because I was able to put that money into a Roth IRA because having a Roth IRA at 13 gives you so much time to compound that money tax free. 

Congrats to you @Steven Natera, your story is a inspiration to us newbies,  With hard work, drive and determination, you can start, just don't give up!!!

Also, thanks for the inspiration in doing some practice-deals. 

Inspiring