I find pm-ing peeps shows the great qualities of peeps on here.Sort of what I was trying to get at.
I don't much like the term "following", it has connotations of stalking, etc.
I much preferred the Friendships, but doubt if they will be back, any more than the good smilies we used to have.
i have had quite a lot of help and support via this, indeed someone on here has just helped me hugely with the problem i currently have with my Disco.
I have also been a giver as well as a receiver this way.
so the "follower" thing really seems to be a bit of a red herring, especially as after the initial notification I have been unable to find out who, if anyone is following me. But that may be my fault.
If they changed the term to "Stalking" it might be more appropriate!