Rodd

Paddy,

I wanted to get back to you on your comment--I don't want the thread to turn into a huge conversation.  On thing I would like to point out (other than you are one of the flag bearers as it were--one from whom comments are considered like Easter eggs), is that the whole reason why I started rapid fire posting was due to a lack of response.  I would post an image that I thought was.........good for me....and I would receive 0 comments.  I would think  "is this image THAT bad?" then i would try and fix it thinking that was the reason for no comments--this led to the cascade of postings that you mention.  I was under the impression that the number of comments and image quality were inexorably entwined.  They are (they must be) in some unfathomable way.  But I think its individual specific.  Not to get personal, and only used as an example, if you and I posted the identical image--you would get far more comments (substitute you for a number of others if you prefer).    I do have a number of posts on page 1 (or maybe page 2 by now probably) that received no comments and I only posted 1 or 2 images--taking your advice to heart (I do listen....and I remember.....like an elephant).    As an aside, Part of the reason for the......less than fervid response.... I think is I use PI and most people us PS (I feel the ice cracking as I speak).  To sum up--I have tried the post 1 image, wait, listen and consider method.  I even posted the image with a specific question.  I always thought that the ensuing silence was due to the image being balderdash and the question inane.

Anyway--I am a different imager now I suppose.  Up until recently I NEEDED someone who knew what they were doing to give me accolades or criticism, for I was without boat, paddle, life preserver, and I knew not how to swim.  Back then, a "good job" was far more valuable to me than helpful criticism because I did not understand the criticism (part of that is due to the PI/PS issue I know now).  So, I need to take a break from posting to recalibrate.  I have always appreciated your comments.  You are a great imager.  I will post again--when I have a worthy image.  I also will get a full Astrobin account.  Quite frankly, THAT posting place is more suitable to the "like" button as far as I am concerned.  few comments are given, but likes add up quickly for good images.  SGL has always been more personal as far as I am concerned, and comments are valued more.  

Thanks for commenting Paddy--keep up the great work.  

Rodd