Hello & Happy Holidays from Australia

[Rafterman]

How to get to 50 meaningful contributions - that's my dilemma.

I've been doing lots of reading over the last few days; sorting the Open Forums in various ways - most stars, most replies, most views, etc.
I've also been using keywords to search for topics that I'm interested in, or have a question about.
But the bottom line is that I really feel I should only leave a comment if it's going to add some value to the conversation.
Dropping comments like "Me too. I know what you mean." at the end of every topic would quickly build up my numbers sure; but would it be useful to anyone?  No.

I'm keen to take on board any suggestions that the older & wiser members might have to offer a serious Newbie like myself.
Maybe I'm taking it a little TOO seriously (it wouldn't be the first time!) - or perhaps there are other ways of contributing that have thus far eluded me.
My ears are open.
Thanks in advance.

Not to worry, Richard. It will come in time. Sometimes one may be trying too hard. Just think of the knowledge that is already in your head, which I am sure is extensive. I sound stupid advising anyone because I have only been here a couple of months. I can tell you that, if you work at it, you can thrive here. Go to some of my threads (nearly all of them are on the medical part of the forum) and join in. I have opened discussions about depression, anxiety, SAD, appetite problems, just about everything. I am sure there is something there for you to jump in on and post some meaningful info. BTW, your own personal feelings are meaningful, for the purposes of these kind of discussions. (Oh, I love your country). Regards, RM