Hi Forever,

Totally random, I noticed that we're from the same state. Back to your post though.

I understand where you are coming from. I will say, that the threads I post go through spells. Sometimes I get a wave of responses, and then, like in my last thread I received one. I don't think there is any special formula, but I do suspect that being wordy can, in fact, deter people because i've seen it deter myself. Because i am guilty of being very wordy, I tend to comb through my posts when i'm done and take out some of the unneeded additives. It's not a guaranteed thing, by far, but just something i've noticed in my own struggle. Also, a catchy thread title is likely the most attractive way to get someone to read your post. All in all though, there is no special formula, magic wand or anything that can promise you a response. I would suggest not to take it personally, if you can. I went through a phase where I was like "I don't think people on pc like me; i'm annoying" and heck, it may be true, but I don't really think it is. I don't think there's as much "I don't like this person so i'm not reading their thread" as one would assume (don't get me wrong, there are some. But usually those people have corresponded and know each other and don't expect it anyway. I haven't seen it in the masses really except in chat.) The only other thing I can offer, likely the most plausible, is that the times you post may be low census times or, in some cases, maybe people can not relate or your topic - I feel like many times this is my case. But when you're feeling low thats not really what you want to hear. Sometimes you need someone to come to your rescue.

I also understand about the not being able to reply/be a help to others. I definitely do when I can but I go through spells, maybe even months, where I just have nothing to say. It happens, not just to me or you but i'm sure to everyone here.

I'm not saying that any of these will guarantee you any better luck than you've been having honestly. But I would encourage you to keep going. Pc can be a very very helpful resource, seemingly, at just the right time. Sometimes the ebb and flow of post/replies get jacked up but nothing in this world is perfect. Feel free to pm me if you like, and try to hold on. I've no doubt the light isn't far away.