Why ???

[Born 2 Fish]

Before I ask, let me say that by no means do I intend for this to be rude or aimed at anyone or to make anyone mad. But this is a legitimate question that I truly wonder about.

I have this (sorta unhealthy) love for the Fort and Disney, hence I really enjoy posting and helping others when I can on these boards. I really enjoy sharing in others love of the Fort/Disney as well.

Heres my question,,
What/why do some folk post on these boards LIKE CRAZY when they intend on a Fort trip and then once the trip is over you never hear from them again or until they get ready to do another trip ??


(just curious)

 

[tvengineer]

I generally will be more likely to post as my trip approaches because of excitement I suppose. I don't post often anyway but I am a lurker. I visit alot, most days of the week anyway. I love to read whats going on and everyones questions and comments.

 

[JKMJ441724]

I usually post more before my trips too. But I've made it a point to post AFTER my cruise, too. I have a lot of pictures that I want to upload and share. We had a Dis meet on the ship and I want to attempt to stay in touch with some of them. Good luck getting people to continue posting.

 

[FloridaTeacher]

I used to kinda be like this, although I've never posted "like crazy." With me it was because I was Disney hungry and would go on my trip and get my Disney fill...then I was satisfied and didn't feel the need to read the boards everyday.

As I've aged, I no longer really get Disney-full. I just got back from a trip (granted it was business) and I'm still on the boards everyday....several times a day as a matter of fact. I also enjoy reading posts about others experiences and really look forward to hearing from some (like Frank the fisherman) whom I just expect to be around when I log on.

 

[Cin]

I was guilty of that too when I first joined. I posted more before my trip because I hadn't been to WDW in so many years and had a lot of questions, I was brand new here and was seeking information, so I really didn't post when I got back as I wasn't aware of the depth of this board. Now that I have had a bit more experience with this board I have found other Disney lovers like myself and I come here almost every day now and am posting much much more than I ever did, but it was newness and not really understanding what was available here that kept me at the lurker stage for a while. I did post a little on the camping board as I am looking into buying a camper and needed some info from those who know. That being on hold for a couple of years and us planning on doing the hotels for the next couple of trips has kept me from posting on the camping board again. I really want to do a TR next time I go but I am not a writer, just a talker, and figure no one will read it anyway, and the reports are so well written they sort of intimidate me from even trying. That's my story anyway.

 

[dudelydude]

I am pleading, "Depression," Frank. Disney touches me so deeply and is truly my happy place. After I leave from my vacation there, I am just so sad that I don't want to see, hear, smell, touch anything that reminds me of Disney. That wears off after awhile and then I might come back to lurk (I've been a member of the boards for much longer than my post count would indicate). And then I start thinking of my next trip. It's a process...it really is.

 

[kimsdreamvacation]

I too am guilty of the question at hand.tons of posts about info on Disney and the Fort, but the last time we went we stayed at POP,and looked at other places on info for that resort, but I am very happy to report that we are headed back to the Fort in Sept. and I can not wait.As I said to my DH the Fort is truly just relaxing for me.We really enjoyed our last trip but I missed the quiet and relaxation of the Fort.I do promise to post pics and do a report when we return,I just have to learn how to post pics firstbut I will try to do better in the future and not forget about my Fort Friends.

 

[tlenzendorf]

I'm guilty of this, too. I can't really even answer why? We have made a trip since our fort trip and are planning a trip again for October, but we aren't staying at the fort. I like to lurk, but I have a hard time with giving advice since it's been 2 years since we were there(my info may be out-dated).

We are going to visit the fort for sure during our October trip so we can see the Halloween decs Although I'm kinda sad due to the restrictions I read about them...

 

[marclichon]

I am pleading, "Depression," Frank. Disney touches me so deeply and is truly my happy place. After I leave from my vacation there, I am just so sad that I don't want to see, hear, smell, touch anything that reminds me of Disney. That wears off after awhile and then I might come back to lurk (I've been a member of the boards for much longer than my post count would indicate). And then I start thinking of my next trip. It's a process...it really is.

HOLY COW that's totally me; it's nice to know I'm not a weirdo in that regard

Okay, maybe I am, but at least I'm not alone in that regard

I, too, am a lurker. Not because I don't have anything to say but because none of it is interesting enough to foist on anyone. I follow this forum almost every day but have only camped at The Fort once and don't have any upcoming plans (though we are going to the Shuttle Launch (yay me!) and are staying at AKL next week but believe-you-me I'll set foot in The Fort before I go!) so I can't speak with the authority that more-regular campers do. Also, as I dislike when people speak with authority on matters they do-not-know so I typically choose to listen respectfully to those who do.

... but, as you can see sometimes a subject comes up that brings me out of my shell. Believe me I look for things to contribute to, but only if doing so is actually a contribution.

... otherwise I'm just rambling...

...see, there I go; look what you made me do

 

[LarryJ]

I'm not sure I was ever in the MANY PRE TRIP posts and lack of trip reports since decades before I joined here we were already fairly seasoned FW campers. I will ask a question before a trip mostly on ressies, etc. when it might effect me and am not much for posting a lot of post trip info that might not be of general interest. I tend to answer questions now where I see I can contribute or when another post might be misleading someone wanting specific information.

Larry

 

[aceys_h0ney]

I am pleading, "Depression," Frank. Disney touches me so deeply and is truly my happy place. After I leave from my vacation there, I am just so sad that I don't want to see, hear, smell, touch anything that reminds me of Disney. That wears off after awhile and then I might come back to lurk (I've been a member of the boards for much longer than my post count would indicate). And then I start thinking of my next trip. It's a process...it really is.

While I am new to the Camping board and we haven't been to the Fort yet this happens to me with posting on DIS Boards in general. It takes a little time for me to be able to post without feeling sad that my vacation is over. I'm actually fine, I don't walk around upset but if I come to the boards I get sad. Now that we've been 3 times with many plans for the future it gets easier to post on DIS after trips. Also I feel like I don't have much to add that isn't said already.

 

[Mmketeer]

Wow, you just described me in a nut shell. I can't tell you why everyone else does that, but I guess I do it because once I get done with a vacation I am done with it. When it comes to the camping board I may or may not be planning a trip back to FW, I may be staying at other RV resorts instead. I come on here when I am staying at FW though I guess because reading and posting adds to the excitement of the upcoming trip. I just went to FW over Memorial Day and will be returning for Labor Day after that I don't know as I have to pay for my next cruise. If I can get in and afford to go for Thanksgiving this year I'll pop back in here for some more Pixie Dust.

For the only other board I frequent here the "Disney Cruise" board, I definitly pop on there when I am sailing to see what the latest news is, sign up to participate in a FE and or meet n greet. I also go on there after I have sailed so I can share my experience and help others. Once again it adds to the excitement of when you do get to on a Disney cruise. Unfortunatly even though I booked onboard to sail on the new Fantasy next year, I decided to sail RCCL's Allure instead in May of next year. So, unless I meraculously come up with more money to sail DCL again sometime soon I'll probably stop posting on that board for awhile too especially once alot more people start sailing the Dream and can add their own advice and experiences.

 

[FLDisneyFan]

I was really hoping to post some photos when I returned from camping at Fort Wilderness but when I read the instructions to post a photo, I was really intimidated. I really wish that DIS boards would simplify the process!

So for now, maybe I'll try opening a photo bucket account, and putting a link to it.

 

[2goofycampers]

So for now, maybe I'll try opening a photo bucket account, and putting a link to it.

It's really simple once you get the hang of it.

 

[YellowXterra]

Guilty as charged.

 

[Ariel224]

I am pleading, "Depression," Frank. Disney touches me so deeply and is truly my happy place. After I leave from my vacation there, I am just so sad that I don't want to see, hear, smell, touch anything that reminds me of Disney. That wears off after awhile and then I might come back to lurk (I've been a member of the boards for much longer than my post count would indicate). And then I start thinking of my next trip. It's a process...it really is.

Count me in this group as well. For me, it's REALLY hard to be on the boards right after a trip, especially when the next one isn't planned yet....or can't be planned due to finances or whatever. It took 2 months after last November's Disneyland trip before I could stand to be back on the boards. And even then, I had a hard time reading the DL board, so I changed pace and started lurking on the cruise forum.....which of course, eventually led to a cruise being booked.

 

[Stinkerbell1973]

Kinda guilty here too.

I actually started my first ever trip report after our Sept 2010 trip. I was having so much fun detailing our trip, posting pictures, etc. Then 2 things kept me from finishing:
1. I spent a couple of hours typing one of the day's events, only to find that when I clicked submit my session had timed out. My fault - I was given advice to type it in Word or something first and then cut and paste but that advice came too late. I was frustrated, to say the least. And,
2. Life happened. Had some significant personal things come up and could never get back into the right frame of mind to finish. I really hate that too. I probably could go back and finish it now, just don't think it would have the same enthusiasm as it did when it was fresh on my mind.

I WILL be better about that with our upcoming trip(s)! You all will get an EAR FULL from me once our Christmas trip is over!! Hubs and I are discussing that now, as I type.

 

[cbutterfield]

I have been posting ans. to questions since 2001. The last few years I have found a few of the people who reply to honest questions a bit mean spirited. For me it takes much of the fun out this site. Just my opinion.

 

[Fish Almighty]

I posted on this board a number of times immediately prior to our trip to Fort Wilderness several years ago as we were preparing to go and finding out what to expect. While we had fun, the Fort Wilderness experience didn't mesh with our idea of camping and we don't have plans to return. I didn't see a need to come back here and moan and groan about the things we didn't like. I still read here occasionally but haven't had much constructive information to contribute.

 

[Running_Bell]

I used to post more frequently even if no trip was planned... but I found that there was very little response so I kind of gave up. I still post, but not very often.

I also agree with one of the other posters.... at times, there have been some mean responses (the same posters each time)... so that kind of made me a bit reluctant... and it did seem less welcoming to those not in the "know".

It doesn't keep me from being here each day lurking and looking at photos... I feel a little closer to the Fort when I do.