This is a very busy time of year. People don't have as much time to spend here with so many social activities calling for their/our attention. There is a bit of a wait and see attitude as to how the new director Johnny is going to work out. So that may be part of it too. By the middle and end of January I expect more people to be chiming in more during those cold winter nights when there is less going on after work.
I'm glad to know there are more Brandon fans out there too. He really is a special man.