I don’t mind memos at all, and have a hard time understanding why people would. It is much less intrusive than receiving spam email or even seeing a tv ad, and you receive a micropayment for the advertising. Most senders also provide opt out ability which I find very respectful.

This also serves as a way for any steemit user to advertise their own brand and content for a very low cost.

This is a much greater alternative to the existing advertising methods. Don’t be ashamed and keep doing what you are doing.