For the benefit of everyone who strives to help.
please note that houghofurr never ever
acknowledges anyone who has provided an
answer to any of his questions.
I must say that I've noticed this too. But I would suggest that helping is a reward in itself. A kind gesture, like the giving of a gift, often does as much for the giver as the receiver. So in the spirit of good will I would argue that one should continue to offer help without expectation of thanks or reciprocation.