let's say somebody returns after years of being out of the scene and now we have huge gaps in between reviews. how is that typically viewed? i guess i'm more concerned what the women think, we all know they read the reviews of the regular posters. but hey, anybody is welcome to chime in.  is is better to start fresh with a new name or is it better to have history? let's say it was over 6 years of gap... or 10? Two yrs is probably nothing. apologies in advance if this question has been asked 100 times

If you give me your TER handle, I'll read the reviews you've written just to see what you expect from a session. I don't really care how long ago you reviewed your last provider, so long as you pass screening.  

There are lots of "back in the saddle" hobbyists/reviewers. I don't think that's a red flag. I would be more concerned about someone with a new identity who seems to be a veteran. I might wonder if something bad had happened.

In my case, I haven't seen anyone new for a while on account of finances, but some day I hope to get back to where I can venture out.

You have some knowledge of how the game works & had a good reputation then.   It's ok to say truthfully that you've not done this recently.  A lot of guys... and gals... quit when they are in a relationship & come back when they are not.  

I don't read reviews for regular posters and don't know any ladies that do this so that they can screen the next gent who books them. There's a non-review market out there that we screen so reading every review from a popular member leaves non-reviewers out.