I can only guess people are contest-tired or burdened. I have my own opinions about them. The past ones I mean. But none of them currently relevant to mention in this thread.
Also. the thing is also that there is a decline in activity. We've had this in the past. Eventually it got active again. And now we're in a stall / decline. Such are things with people growing up and moving on.
For now, it is best to hold back with any contests. Not just your contest, but any upcoming until I have sorted some things out.
Ah, getting rid of the thread is not necessary. We'll just keep it, so you can later on refer back to it if you wish.
Edit: Oh, you've removed the post and turned it into a paste? You don't really have to, but I'll leave that up to you.