What's the deal? (crossposted by request)

**momcat** · 08-13-2006, 03:16 PM

I think it's important to remember (Karen, please correct me if I'm wrong) there are folks who visit PT that have never registered and therefore can't post a reply, comment, or question. That could be either because they don't know they can sign up or for their own personal reasons choose not to.Since signing on, I've learned a lot about cats and that's a good thing for my Groucho. Even so, there's still so much I don't know that in some instances a response is simply inappropriate. We also have the issue of not only time but priorities. There's only one computer in our house. My son works full time and is putting himself through college at night. It's understood that when it comes time for his classwork he gets the computer, that's MY first priority. To me, his education comes over and above anything and everything else. My job is a pressure cooker on a slow day (and we don't get many of those) so I come to PT to relax and wind down. We come here because of a common interest, our love for our cats and our love for all animals. Let's try to understand that the demands of day-to-day life don't always allow us the free time we want to do things we'd rather do like respond to each and every PT post.

**K & L** · 08-13-2006, 03:31 PM

I'm a guilty one. I don't get to frequent as much as I use to since I'm not able to get on at work anymore. When I'm finally able to sit down at home and log on it's usually about bedtime and I read several, but only reply to those I feel I have something of value to contribute. That doesn't mean I don't enjoy the ones I read, and some bring a chuckle, and some bring sadness. When I do have time to post a thread, I can't blame those that do not want to reply since I don't get to reply much to theirs. I do know what you're saying since there have been times I had felt this way. I just finally realized I post when I can and add my 2 cents where I feel necessary. I can understand why those that are here on a regular basis would get more replies to their posts.

**Craftlady** · 08-13-2006, 04:09 PM

Very well said Karen

I read allot (look at my post count its taken me 3 years to get that much LOL) but dont always have something to say to every post that is made out there.
Some posts (for example, in general off topic area, not pet related) are sometimes way to personal for me to reply, if I dont know the person well I dont reply. Doesnt mean I dont care about what is happening just dont feel comfortable posting a reply or I'm not familiar with the subject matter to add something that might help.

My main area is cat section, if there is something I can contribute (through experience) either in general or health question, I will post a reply. Been through allot with my gang of 4 and have learned allot from others here. I've been able to share my experiences (I'm the pumpkin and yogart expert at my house, thanks to Skinny

).

I've just started posting some in the "general" off pet topic area.
Since there is a wide range of ages here on PetTalk. This might show more this general off topic area, thats not pet related. I'm not going to reply to a topic that is geared to 20-30 year old set cause I'm 52 years old

You all dont want to know I listen to Barry Manilow, when there is a topic about music. LOL

Guess my ultimate point in all this rambling is that Pet Talk has been a great source of information when I've been in a pitch with my 4 furry kids and when I lost RB Butterscotch, a great place for support.

**Corinna** · 08-13-2006, 07:22 PM

I know that with so many new forlks on the same questions are being asked over and over so we get tired of answering . Please check the history to see if it has been asked . Also do some of the research on your own you are using the internet right? We also are not vets here (well some are but don't ask for free advice) so always check with YOUR vet.

**Sevaede** · 08-13-2006, 10:26 PM

Originally Posted by Corinna

I know that with so many new forlks on the same questions are being asked over and over so we get tired of answering . Please check the history to see if it has been asked . Also do some of the research on your own you are using the internet right? We also are not vets here (well some are but don't ask for free advice) so always check with YOUR vet.

I find your response somewhat rude.

My vet is always the first person I ask for any of my animal related needs. Then I do research through my books and the internet. THEN I consult folks who have had the experience who might be able to give advice for/to/towards alternative methods or if I am confused. I am not lazy.

This is a message board and that is one of the things that people DO. Post with help or otherwise. That is half of the purpose.

Each situation is different. Any detail could change the outcome of a potential response. Also, are you aware of just how many times I've tried to search for something only to come upon a page that tells me that it can't find any results because there are none there?

Also do some of the research on your own you are using the internet right?

Yeah, don't you think I've done that?

All in all, thanks.

**Grace** · 08-13-2006, 10:34 PM

This is probably going to sound rude - but expressing my opinion. This post sounds so 7th grade. So-and-so has more responses than I do.

**Sevaede** · 08-13-2006, 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by Grace

This is probably going to sound rude - but expressing my opinion. This post sounds so 7th grade. So-and-so has more responses than I do.

Your response isn't much better.

I am not talking about folks that have more posts than I do. That is not what this post is about! Okay? I am TALKING about when I post something and myself being confused because I see people talking but it feels like nobody wants to speak with me.

Thank you to those who ARE and WERE helpful and put a new spin and perspective on things for me. I really appreciated those and they were uplifting!