post doesn't post

I tried to make a post in the hope forum but it didn't post. I looked in my drafts but it's not there either so I didn't accidentally save it. Has this happened to anyone before?

My apologies. You see, all new members' posts have to be approved by a moderator or administrator. i have just approved yours, so you should be okay to post without pre-approval from now on.

Take care,
Kevin