Voice inflection and facial expressions are lost on the internet.  It's important to note a poster may not mean his/her post in the way it may appear.  Often we question the meaning and find there was nothing harsh or offensive intended.  A simple quote with a "what did you mean by that?" will often bring a different response than the first reading gave.  I've never understood the worship of high post counts.  I am frankly embarrassed by mine.  The only possible credit to them is credibility gained as one becomes known via posting.  Everyone has felt, or feels, slighted, unloved, disrespected and put down on occasion--it's normal here.  Don't sweat it.  I'll tell you one way to become known and accepted, but it takes time and a bit of effort.  Everyone LOVES to be complimented, and thinks their every post is a gem to be treasured and admired.  With this in mind, an occasional quote of someone's post with a simple affirmation or compliment fosters good will.  "Nicely put" or "GREAT post!" or "Wow, I hadn't thought of that" will make them feel good--if done sincerely and not to excess, so as to seem patronizing.  Another nice gesture is to send IM's to members you don't know, offering encouragement or a compliment.  I often put a quote of their post in the subject line and then speak my piece in the body of the IM.  Sometimes it's things other than compliments--words of encouragement, empathy, sympathy, condolences, etc. all are good to foster closeness and true friendship.  The internet is viewed as "just the internet, and not real" by many, but I don't embrace that notion.  To me, it's just another facet of real life, and I always say here exactly what I would say to your face.  No "keyboard commando" crap for me--I mean every word.  Keep your chin up, attend shoots if you can, and get to know your fellow members.  Every single one of us had a low post count at one time.  Hang in there and participate.  Perhaps, if you see fit, become a Team member and join the Team world in the special forum for it.  AR15.com is becoming it's own little "family" and community of like-minded, close-knit Americans.  We look out for our own, and help each other often.  It's a great thing!