I think the only reason why top posting exists at all is outlook and an "optimization" in exchange where the replied-to message is referenced (not copied). Try

I think the only reason why top posting exists at all is outlook and an "optimization" in exchange where the replied-to message is referenced (not copied). Trying to reply in "proper" e-mail style in outlook wasn't really possible as anybody that tried to email lkml 20 years ago can attest.