[mkrusedc]

Under Quick links at the top choose Edit options and look for:

"Default Thread Subscription ModeWhen you post a new thread, or reply to a topic, you can choose to automatically add that thread to your list of subscribed threads, with the option to receive email notification of new replies to that thread.
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I use the instant email option for this. That way I know if anyone posts in my thread.