Thanks! I'm glad to hear that you didn't let that person's comments discourage you.

I know most people don't care whether I archive their stories or not, but sometimes a new writer will send their first story and really seem to care whether I archive it. I guess the best I can do is be as encouraging as possible.

I suppose there's not really an answer to this, I'm basically just venting because I feel uncomfortable with the situation. Like I have a degree of influence (to some people) that I didn't earn and don't really deserve. I don't know.

Just thinking out loud (or, onscreen).