Looks like we're on the same page, Bro! I'm doing the same. I'm still reflecting a lot on the Membership issue for Steem Links, but remain indecisive. The potential for abuse is high, and a verification method would be too difficult. The modification of the upvote to 25% has been a big hit with some Members of Italy. Membership in the Italy Community is not easy. I would love to come up with a way to better incorporate penny4thoughts into Steem Links because the fundamental purpose of Steem Links is essentially to build discussions. On another note, I heard it through the grapevine that NFTs could potentially be created for "comments"! That would add some more spice to penny4thoughts!