Hey John - this is the first time I've seen your thread.
Keep in mind in many places in the world it's a Sunday.
I really don't think 3-4 responses is bad for a thread 3-4 hours old on a weekend - that's about average.
I don't think it reflects popularity or anything else.
if you want help or support maybe you could be a little more direct?
your original post read a little like an observation to me rather than something you wanted responses on.
People never used to hang around at my liquor store - get in, buy the booze, get out.
If you want to start conversations with people asking them about themselves is a good way to start
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