I used to do alot of fishing on Lanier but I've had to sell my boat, and between work and kids my fishing time has taken a drastic hit. Lanier can be a very productive lake once you've put some time into learning it. I wished I could help you out, but like Earl said people are just busy. I had a few people I fished with but it seems I've been kicked out of the circle cause I'm not envolved enough or something. If you want, I could try to hook up with you at some point and at least show you around and give you a few pointers.
To heck with work, lets go fishing.