Wow weegle.
All I can think to say as a comment to your bold honesty.. is..
Why not start from scratch? You’re an honest person. And if you were independent, with a reputation for working hard and being ethical and efficient as you demonstrated even to critics like myself.. why not eliminate the chance of fingers dipping into the till when you’re not looking? If you make something fun.. people will play! And if people play, it becomes a viable marketing outlet for others parties with something worth promoting.. and advertising, always has value. Independent of growth rates or fresh wallets.
This is just my opinion. And like yours, it’s my honest opinion.