Hello Soulrider,
I too have noticed Anna777’s reappearance as well as her (I assume her) conspicuous absence in the dialogue with the view all open links questions. I also find it interesting that she’s avoided almost all of my questions for whatever reason. (The only one she’s answered was 73606, and I suppose therein lies the reason it was the last. Interesting indeed.) It’s quite puzzling to me, however, that while she’s obviously attempting to accumulate points by whatever means necessary, she’s avoiding questions of mine which, in the past, has almost been a guarantee of hundreds, perhaps even a thousand or more points to whomever posts an answer – any answer. I also suspect that she’ll avoid this one as well.
In previous discussions about points and their value (or lack thereof), I’ve always maintained that the points are worthless except as a way of saying thanks for someone’s generous giving of their time and knowledge. I still maintain that the “thanks” aspect is a valuable use of the points. However, after considering the impact of my last several questions, I’ve reconsidered that opinion.
The points do indeed have value - a great deal of value - as I have illustrated and taken advantage of. A lot of points given to a question attracts a lot of attention. And if a person has the points to give, a question can be kept at the top of the list for maximum exposure. That is indeed a valuable tool. I suppose it’s like the difference between a $5 tip (or no tip at all) and a $100 tip to the maitre d’ at a fancy restaurant. While being a cheapskate gets you a small table by the kitchen door after a two hour wait, being generous with your tips will get you the best table in the house without having to wait, and you might even get a free bottle of wine in the process. These points are no different.
