Why Do You Post?

I've posted a couple times in lightweight opinional threads, the type of thing it feels would coax out more lightweight/low-fi members if indeed that's something the usership has an interest in here. Why? Because I haven't assed myself into listing the couple modest things I joined to sell.

As far as sensibilites go, Mahgister's is probably closest to mine, in his take care of what you can control approach before throwing money to the wolves.

I try to be helpful and encouraging.

I've been in the hobby a very long time and if my experience counts for something I'm willing to suggest and help other members. My answers are sometimes short and maybe a little curt but writing flowery prose is not my best trait. 

My central experience on this forum has been to learn about ways fellows have advanced their systems. AC, amps, tweaks, etc. When a critical mass of posts rave positively or promote a particular issue, it clearly becomes something that should be considered. And I must say that I have yet to be mislead. At this point, the list is long. 

I actually have no idea why I post here other than it's fun.  I wish I had the high moral stance that I'm paying it forward offering help to those that know less than I do but I don't think that's it.  

What's really happening is that I have five maybe six stories to to tell and I keep repeating myself over and over again.  I try to be humorous and always get a thrill with a response from one my posts  but that counters the whole pay it forward argument.

Truth is I'm here for the entertainment with the occasional nugget I can glean along the way.  

The highlight of my experience was reaching out to MIllerCarbon and he opening up his house for a listening session, a meal and hobby talk.  An experience that I hope others would offer.

The worst is when I get sucked into a pissing match with insults, name calling and schoolyard bullying.  I'm working on being better.