Yes @deeanndmathews ...
"... the upvote requirement is a little questionable... remember how many of us are dust voters?"
... understood, but I would put this in "the thought that counts." As a longer term Steemian, I do take note of those who actually vote (arguably the primary purpose of the Steem blockchain!) vs. those who don't bother.
My $0.02 ... 😉
P.S. For those who may not be familiar with it, the "dust vote" service provided by @dustsweeper [the great work of one of our all-important Steem Witnesses - @danielisaori] an indispensible "tool" to have in your "toolbox" on the Steem blockchain. It ensures even "dust votes" matter ...