Most of the original guys still post and to me they are all great friends, all the best people I've ever met. I enjoy their posts and the feeling of how special each one is in their own way. Many times their posts make my day.
That being said, I think most people are so busy with their lives,kids, work, etc
that they just don't have the time anymore. I'm retired and seem to have less time for myself now then ever. Working on the house, 6 Grandkids, too busy to make plugs anymore, and fish half as much as I used too. Throw in age too.
But to me this site is home, many great memories and a lot of gratitude for those who are so willing to share their knowledge and selves to help.
Great Political Forum and Grumpy old guys too for letting off steam too.
Can't beat this place.