What is the deal?

[kuhio98]

I really think you're being too sensitive about this. I never look at the number of postings a person has or how many views versus replies a thread gets. Don't focus on stuff like that. If you have something to say, say it. If people don't view it or reply, who cares? Sure, it's nice when you're asking for advice to receive some, but I'd rather receive zero replies than 20 replies saying ~ Sorry, I don't have any advice.

[BOBS DAD]

I Read Your Posts (and Wolf Qs)... And Honestly, I Don't Know If I Reply Or Not. I Say That Because I Want You To Know That I Don't "even" Know Who I Do Or Don't Respond To. I Don't Check Post Numbers Or How Long You've Been A Member (and I Don't Know If Folks Check My Numbers). So If I Have Ignored You, I Want You To Know That It Was Nothing Personal. I Also Want You To Know That I Think Of You As 'ol Timers!!! Lol.

I Guess I Answer/respond When Something Catches My Attention Cause I Am Currently Dealing With A Similar Situation Or Something Is Said That I Feel Really Strongly About Or I Disagree Stronglt, Etc., Etc. Hard To Say Just Why I Ever Respond, But I Definitely Do Not Go Out Of My Way To Ignore Anyone.

BTW... I READ YOUR BIO. HAVE YOU DECIDED ON A COLLEGE YET? AND ANY IDEAS ON A MAJOR?

[ashleycat]

I don't even look at who's posting. But sometimes there will be days where I haven't been here.

[areias]

I understand what your saying, but like everyone said sometimes it's hard to reply when you are on a time limit. If it is an urgent situation, most people will reply right away if they have any advice.

Also, sometimes I don't reply (not to you, by any means, no one specific) because sometimes people ask questions that they already know the answer to. When you try to be helpful they won't just take the advice and say thank you, they will argue with why it won't work. That bothers me to no end.

[Lizzie]

I know what you are talking about but I tend to blame myself for posting something boring or long-winded. I was upset for a little while after I read some posts in a thread that came up a few months ago, can't remember the title, but some old-timers did say they didn't respond to new members. I thought for a few days that I'd just leave the forum and let them revel in their homey atmosphere. Instead, I decided to give myself a role here, that of a newbie responding to other newbie threads - as long as they caught my interest and I had something relevant to say. For instance, I didn't want to see the thread about cats needing help in Bellafonte, PA to disappear and so I've kept posting on it, as has Catty1. It's the kind of topic I find very interesting and I want new member Melissa to feel welcomed and supported.

[Lady's Human]

Some of us very simply don't reply if we don't have anything to add. I read a lot of threads here, but don't post in that many. I just don't think posting to show I read the thread is very important.

[Sevaede]

I know what you are talking about but I tend to blame myself for posting something boring or long-winded. I was upset for a little while after I read some posts in a thread that came up a few months ago, can't remember the title, but some old-timers did say they didn't respond to new members. I thought for a few days that I'd just leave the forum and let them revel in their homey atmosphere. Instead, I decided to give myself a role here, that of a newbie responding to other newbie threads - as long as they caught my interest and I had something relevant to say. For instance, I didn't want to see the thread about cats needing help in Bellafonte, PA to disappear and so I've kept posting on it, as has Catty1. It's the kind of topic I find very interesting and I want new member Melissa to feel welcomed and supported.

Indeed!

So, maybe I should give my crew a snazzy name and set up a cozy spot here? Hmm... How about... Babys babies? Heh, my 20 month old niece, Grace, can say Mama, Mamaw, Dada, Papaw, Uncle Troy, but NOT Aunt Angelique! So, she just calls me Baby.

Hmm. IDEAS!

[Miss Z]

Angelique,

I know exactly what you are saying, and have known about it since my first few weeks of Pet Talk. I know that now I get far more response to my posts now than I did when I had only been here a month or two, even though my style of question was generally no different. In a way though, I do not condemn this. People on this board build friendships with other members, and often when a friend posts on a topic, you often feel inclined to post. There is no shame in that. But everyone should give everyone a chance, that way perhaps you will make more friendships! For instance, I remember all the PTers that replied on Zsa-Zsa's thread when she was COTD, so that response really makes an impact.

Just IMO

[Cataholic]

I was upset for a little while after I read some posts in a thread that came up a few months ago, can't remember the title, but some old-timers did say they didn't respond to new members.

Lizzie, I would really like to see that thread you are referencing. I find that sort of comment from 'old-timers' quite surprising. I count myself among the semi old-timers, and can't think of anyone that I *know* that would have such an attitude, much less display it. So, I would like to see it, if you can find it, and see if perhaps it wasn't misunderstood. I didn't see it, so, I cannot say much (but, why do I go on and on, you might ask?), but, I am sitting here thinking, "surely she took that out of context".

Thanks.

[Lady's Human]

IIRC, in the thread you are referring to someone mentioned that they didn't take the advice of a newcomer as readily as they would take advice from someone who has been here a while.

[Sevaede]

I understand what your saying, but like everyone said sometimes it's hard to reply when you are on a time limit. If it is an urgent situation, most people will reply right away if they have any advice.

Also, sometimes I don't reply (not to you, by any means, no one specific) because sometimes people ask questions that they already know the answer to. When you try to be helpful they won't just take the advice and say thank you, they will argue with why it won't work. That bothers me to no end.

Oh, I understand.

I love to help out whenever I can but it becomes frustrating when you attempt to do something and then they kind of second guess you.

[Sevaede]

I Read Your Posts (and Wolf Qs)... And Honestly, I Don't Know If I Reply Or Not. I Say That Because I Want You To Know That I Don't "even" Know Who I Do Or Don't Respond To. I Don't Check Post Numbers Or How Long You've Been A Member (and I Don't Know If Folks Check My Numbers). So If I Have Ignored You, I Want You To Know That It Was Nothing Personal. I Also Want You To Know That I Think Of You As 'ol Timers!!! Lol.

I Guess I Answer/respond When Something Catches My Attention Cause I Am Currently Dealing With A Similar Situation Or Something Is Said That I Feel Really Strongly About Or I Disagree Stronglt, Etc., Etc. Hard To Say Just Why I Ever Respond, But I Definitely Do Not Go Out Of My Way To Ignore Anyone.

BTW... I READ YOUR BIO. HAVE YOU DECIDED ON A COLLEGE YET? AND ANY IDEAS ON A MAJOR?

Heh, thank you!
Funny enough, I have gotten so many refreshing perspectives from this post! It really does make me feel better. I know I'm overly sensitive about most things but sometimes I feel like I can't help it. Yarrgh!

I would like to go to Texas A&M or Oregon State University or LSU Baton Rouge for veterinary medicine.