Nice to see you back. I’ll have to go look for your post on the reason for your recent absence. I’ve not been posting much lately myself, due to a home sale and interstate move/trip.

I share your emphasis on commenting as the way for newbies (like myself) to gain readers. I’ve only been on here a few months, but have a decent readership (still wanting to grow it of course) entirely through commenting and responding to comments of others. It’s a great way to find new people to follow and have them find you.