I don't think it's a lack of interest or just the patterns that you can grab for free here that are keeping people from posting. It's the springtime weather. Let's face it, when you can plant and paint and walk around in a tee shirt and shorts, you're going to. :) I know I have a hard time getting everything done and still post, or for that matter, even READ all the posts on here. I don't post very often, but I, for one, didn't join for the free patterns. I joined because of the information and yes, Gary was a major reason. I had just read his book and was fascinated by what he could do with a scrollsaw. I wish I had his artistic eye, but I usually don't have any problems with what I do, just not as detailed. I think I have actually downloaded three patterns from this site, but haven't commented on them because I haven't had a chance to cut them yet, but I am, hopefully, going to get to them soon.
Just my two cents worth. Enjoy the spring!
Leonard