Hi Peter,
yes, I've questioned steemit to.
In the early days I was full of enthusiasm as my posts were doing quite well (that's where the vast majority of my 'steem' came from) but in recent months there's hardly any attention or income.

I'm plodding on and trying to help those just starting out on here.

I fully understand your sentiment though. We post original and thought provoking content and we may as well be throwing it to the wind.

I'd be sorry to see you leave but I can't blame you for how steemit has made you feel.

Rob.