Jerry - thank you for this detailed analysis of how and why of becoming a Witness. It is indeed a position of 'trust'. As you have correctly pointed out, it has to be something to which one has to commit long term.
I am willing to put in the effort. However, since I am just a newbie minnow (23 days old on Steemit), I do not have sufficient trust from Steemians. I am working hard for bonding and hope to, some day, become a dedicated Senior Steemit like you.
I think you richly deserve to be a witness since so many Steemians trust you. All the best.

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I am continuing to focus on my passion, which is wildlife blogs with my original wildlife photos and my musings about them. Have posted a lion cubs life blog today. I request you to take a look if you have time. Your comments would be very welcome.