Not at all, SW. Sorry if it seemed that way.
I most often use the "thanks" button when things pertain to something I've posted. I used to use it as kind of a book mark.
But, as I post more often now I just read back through the post till I reach my last post. If that makes any sense.
Honestly, the "thanks" button really seems to be mislabeled. Seems to be used more as a show of support.