I've been online since 2000 when the company I had worked for for 24 years went through a "transformation" process and kindly offered me an early retirement package.
I went through the normal period of learning and trying different "opportunities" on the 'net before I finally realized that along with my "love" of computers and learning new software - I really enjoyed working with graphics and graphics programs. And I've been told I have a flair for artistic creation!
I currently run 2 sites that offer web graphic design....