All Neighbors in Albuquerque, NM
Top Neighbors: The magic behind the mirrors
You will never have to pay to be listed as a top neighbor. Period. That important detail clarified, let's discuss how we arrive at two "top neighbors" for a given region:
Localism is a bustling collection of hyper-local communities, and the top neighbors should reflect those members who are most active. When ranking users in a given region, several factors are considered. To get your foot in the proverbial door, you need to have posted at least one "Localism" article or photo for the region.
The very best way to quickly rise to #1 is to post high-quality local content. Keeping a steady strem of incoming posts and photos will massively tilt the scales in your favor.
What doesn't count toward the top neighbor ranking? ActiveRain points and community sponsorships. The top neighbor spots will always go to the most active members in a region. We want to create a level playing field that encourages the growth of communities — talent and dedication are required to win the day.
The urge to jump right in the water with the seals, who always look like they're having so much fun
The amazement at how like us the great apes are, and the sadness at seeing them confined to the boredom of a caged life
I just couldn't feel that same frisson of fear in looking at the big snakes; their somnolent behavior is just to stultifying now, or maybe somewhere along the line I've gotten over the infant's instinctive fear of reptiles.
