Low Responses
By Fishmomma
@Fishmomma (11386)
United States
November 10, 2016 9:43pm CST
I see this discussion topic often and decided as somebody that has been here over 10 years should address now. Fist there are some topics that a lot of members post that are the same or close to it it like good morning and good evening.
Another reason is you don't have anything to add because you don't know or follow the subject and that is me and most sports. Its hard to discuss a topic you really are terrible at and really not planning to improve. My husband and I feel its better for him to golf with people that enjoy the game. He also enjoys skiing and I really prefer to sit by the fire. We can go on the ski trip and don't need to be together all the time. Its really good to have different interests and I always bring some books that are on my to be read list.
Some days people are busy with other activities including jobs, family and holidays. I know there are certain days where I need a lot more hours in a day. This post is just to inform others that yes you might not have many responses right away, but that doesn't mean people won't respond at a later time. I have discussions that people have responded years later.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
Sometimes I'll see a discussion and need to think about my response before posting an answer. There are times I need to get some information about facts and numbers for a discussion. Its important for me to be helpful and I enjoy learning more about other people. Thanks for posting.
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@hereandthere (45635)
• Philippines
11 Nov 16
i see posts that contain like 3 to 5 questions, but the poster never even shared their own viewpoint, or their experience or why they're asking them, so when it feels more like a survey collecting answers, or a one-sided interview, i'm reluctant to participate.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
I can understand as there are discussions with a lot of questions and no thoughts on how they feel now. Most of the time I do try to inform people how I feel and why I don't post on certain topics. Thanks for posting.
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@Hatley (163773)
• Garden Grove, California
11 Nov 16
yes I too h ave got a lot of responses several days later too if people see at'least four of five responses they have a knee jerk idea oh thats a good post as sometime'all they have responded to to me are the title which may or may or nay not have a whole lot to do with'the content of my post I say read it all people r ead it all before giving the wrong answer
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
I agree read the post and that is why I'll post for awhile take a break and come back to read more posts. Always try to respond to everyone that posts on topics I have posted with a response whenever I have something to say. Thanks for posting.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
Thanks for posting. Yes, I have a trip planned for Knotts Berry Farm to see the Christmas decorations and bring home an ornament in a couple weeks. I'll certainly be posting about the trip and hope to post a photo. Have a great weekend.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
@LadyDuck Will do and the Christmas Time Events haven't opened yet. Will be soon.
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@LadyDuck (473305)
• Switzerland
11 Nov 16
@Fishmomma Please post a photo of the Knott's Berry Farm it's so long time ago that I visited and I loved the place.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39504)
• United States
11 Nov 16
i don't fret low turn-outs, lol. i feel that many're jest readin'/respondin' outta hopes that folks're gonna go'n do the same 't their place. i feel if'n a subject aint fer me, i bypass 't. not to be rude, but i don't care what folks eat fer breakfast/dinner/supper. shame i aint learnt to steer clear'f the political discussions....
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@crazyhorseladycx (39504)
• United States
11 Nov 16
@HAPPSINGH yes sir, dunno any other way to be but honest.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39504)
• United States
11 Nov 16
@HAPPSINGH i wish folks 'ppreciated such, hon. sadly, many take great offense - e'en if'n they make'n inquiry to yer thoughts 't seems they've a hidden agenda. seekin' like-minded folks, they've closed their hearts'n minds to any/all other possibilities...'r they seek co-dependence. but, i shoot from the hip, always've.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39504)
• United States
11 Nov 16
@HAPPSINGH i dunno bout bein' good, lol. but i do my best to always be honest'n truthful. there's no pics 'f me fer the past 25 years 'r so. 's i've stated prior, i don't do human pics, nor give names 'f family 'n friends. i lead a purty reclusive life, my friend.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
I see that on my television posts and its great to see new interest in a topic. Thanks for posting.
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@porwest (99172)
• United States
16 Jan
For me that's extremely rare. I swear I am the only one around here who actually digs around for older posts here. I could be wrong about that. I have tried to encourage people to do it more...but most people think it takes too much time. I just happen to think it's fun to explore and enjoy doing it.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
I agree and have mentioned there are topics that I'm not able to give a good response like many sports questions. Yes, I know the names of people that no longer play and can name a few players today, but don't ask me where they play. Thanks for posting.
@Mike197602 (15514)
• United Kingdom
11 Nov 16
There are lots of reasons that a discussion receives low responses.
The main thing for people to realise is that low or no responses isn't necessarily a reflection on that discussion.
I write very few discussions and regularly remove the ones I feel have run their course.
But I leave the odd few up and they've regularly gained over 100 responses and there are some up now about to go over the 100 mark...maybe
When you post you may get no responses but over time your discussions may build up and up and take off after days, weeks, months or even years so don't be disheartened in the short term.
It's quite possible for a discussion here to hit the top of the hot list years after it was originally posted.
When you post you may get no responses but over time your discussions may build up and up and take off after days, weeks, months or even years so don't be disheartened in the short term.
It's quite possible for a discussion here to hit the top of the hot list years after it was originally posted.1 person likes this
@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
Your right I do see discussions on the top list that were posted years ago. I have watched television shows become hot again like when X-files came back and people were responding to the show when it started and the changes. Thanks for posting and yes you certainly have a lot of responses on your posts.
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@Fishmomma (11386)
• United States
11 Nov 16
You made me chuckle about the hundreds of new topics everyday. I do believe there is news to discuss everyday that is new and like to see new posts. The older discussions are important also, as I do go back and see if there is something new to add. Thanks for posting.
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