Curation is such as complex concept here in Steemit. I tried deciphering it, until I realized, "what's the point?".

I feel a little guilty since I was as described during my earlier days here in Steemit, but I'm changing this. Rather, I'm building connection so we can pull each other up.

...your little vote that was lost among the masses may instead brighten someone's day who works hard to create good content but gets no traction

This one is spot on. I realized that it makes me all giddy when I receive an upvote regardless of the amount (although it does make a difference, I have to admit). So, why not make others feel the same way?