These days, if I don't know you personally, I decline. Even if the person sending the request has mutual friends with me, I decline.
Also, I have unfollowed (but remain "friends") with the majority of my contacts on there. Too much nonsense.
So, if I am liking your posts or interacting with you, that means you are in my "In Crowd" - There are two Barn people that have that privilege. (Sandy and Michelle)