Susan, there's quite a few things that might be happening here. Can you post an image of your plant, including the soil/mulch or whatever is around the base?
I did the Florida weave on some of my tomato plants today, and now I can see why it's so helpful!
Always before I couldn't get the gist of why, but now that I've continued
past the main branches I understand!
Rita, your pictures helped so much!