I don't think the downvotes were for the mistake that was made (forgetting about nofollow), but rather the perceived intent behind the post in the first place.

Meh. It was a bad joke on my behalf and didn't add anything of value, so I deserved the down vote beating.

I enjoy making bad jokes though so it'll probably happen again. I'll just have to even them out with the occasional thoughtful comment.

In fact this mini thread really isn't meaningful to anyone reviewing the submission anyways, and you should downvote me again.