Sketchy At Best's blog: "Me Me Me...all about me!"

What can I say but THANK YOU to all the great people who got me there. I was gone all day today, so I will post a bulletin, but I thought it was appropriate that I throw a blog out, to let you all know that I'm thinking about you all still. I'd especially like to thank Fraak, VodkaGirl, DevilGirl, Seamonkey and Cyndi. If it wasn't for these 5 ladies, I'd have probably quit. Between my back, the lack of sleep it caused, some friends innerfighting on here, and a fdw people I won't mention that just kept asking, and not giving...I was ready to quit. Instead, I took a hiatus, because they were all kind enough to keep talking to me, even though I virtually disappeared. I'd like to thank TwisterGirl, who is literally probably one of the first 20 friends I added on here. She got me the Auto 11, which allowed all the wonderful people on here to rate me, and get themselves some points. I'd like to thank PebblesInAZ for showing me the way. When I was struggling along, thinking that if I did 5000 points in a day was a huge jump, she was the first person who was up there in levels to actually answer all my stupid questions. And thru her, I met Freak. I'd like to thank Fat Sonny, because he showed me how much fun the site could be. I know that he is hated by more than a few on here, but I sill like him. I'd like to thank the Shadow Levelers. Out of all the groups, they've always stopped by and rated my stupid pics when I was close. And when I need points, they've always got a blog out saying who needs help. And last, and certainly not least, Meli-Angel. I can't remember if this is her new name, or her old. But like TwisterGirl, I met her almost from the beginning, and look forward to our occasional chats, and for being a friend thru it all. Now guys, quit stalking her so she'll be on more. Also, thanks to the friends who are adult enough to realize that just because they've had a falling out with a mutual friend, doesn't mean that I have to. I've always made the effort to try to not mention them around them, out of respect, and they know not to pry. I appreciate that. I'd give you all a big hug if I could Jay

To cap off a crappy year, which actually ended great, I didn't hit my goal of Godfather. In fact, if I didn't open the Christmas gift during a happy hour, I'd have been even farther away from the goal. But since my surgery, I've started a project on another site that is dedicated to advancing the local music scene. I am so tired of going to some shows in the local area, North Central IL, and have ten people show up to see some really good bands. And other nights, you go and see a crappy band, and the place is packed. I just want to level the playing fields. And I have time on my hands. I go back to part time work at the end of January. I won't go back to fulltime until all the snow is gone. I still have fears of stepping wrong, and undoing all the good the surgery has. I'm a sissy, I know. But I think this year will be a big year. I plan on working lots, ignoring most of my issues, and paying off the doctor's with the money I'm making. And going out and listening to lots of local music, and writing and photographing them, and making up for all the lost fun of last year.

Absolutely nothing. I actually got to leave the house, and went to the mecca of commerce...the Peru Mall. Compared to malls in the bigger cities, it sucks. but I have been stuck at home recovering, so it was one incredible experience. I got my kid's some video games for Christmas. I then got to be mocked by the fine young men at Gamestop for having a walker. I made them store it there for me, because I used to work there. I then went to Kay's, and paid on my 10 year anniversary gift for my wife. I'm gonna pay it off early with tax money. And give it to my mom so I don't give it to her early, and have to buy her something else. I then went to the Buckle, and paid off my lay away. Yes folks, they still have lay away, AND they giftwrap. So my oldest is practically done, and all his stuff wrapped. My mom was with me, so he ended up with another shirt and jacket to, so he made out like a bandit. I then went to the bookstore, and got my youngest some graphic novels that he wanted for Christmas. I can't wait to read them before I wrap them. I then wandered my way back thru the mall, and we ate at Applebees. I don't like Applebees, but I do like the fact that I could sit and rest my back. I did use the walker for the end of the mall trip. After that, we went to Kohl's to pay my credit card bills. And I also wrote down things my wife wanted, so the boys could know what to pick her up for Xmas. We are upgrading our kitchen stuff, so there is a plethora of things that she wanted, and the boys won't have to spend a ton. My mom then bought me a few tops, so I can zip up and still have a hood. And fleece, so I'll be toasty. We also got gifts for some cousins,and my grandma. We then shopped at WalMart. I got fruit and veggies, and other healthy snacks. I have high blood sugar, so I have cut out soda mostly, and am looking for 0 calorie drinks and snacks. And a tattoo magazine, because it gives me something to look at, and think of ideas. Today, is my first day left alone. I walked down the street and got a haircut, and played a game of football, and am now boring you with my blogs. But I feel great, feel healthy, and it gives me something to do. And it still hurts to put movies in, so I'm sort of stuck lol. I hope you all have a good weekend, and feel free to leave lots of messages, because I get bored, and your messages are better than any medicine that they can give me, except maybe demerol.

I am serving notice, that I shall slowly be stretching my muscles on Fubar again. I will be working on my rhythm, so that after my surgery Nov 11th, when I have nothing but time, that I shall be kicking ass, and more than likely taking names. I shall be Godfather by the New Years, and then you can all rejoice with me. I will be alerting some of the individuals who I've helped in the past, and have helped me lots, of this, and of my name change also. If you don't want to help, that is fine by me, get out of my way. If you know people who will be needing help, let me know, and I will do what I can. As always, I will be the same warm, fuzzy person that I always was. Bling accordingly. And as a side note, I don't care who you don't like on my list, I don't force people to do things, I ask them, and i they have a problem with the person who needs help, then thats fine too. But I'm not going to delete somebody because they have issues with another. If it is that bad, and drills into your head so bad that you feel the need to delete me, so be it. Just be adult enough to let me know why. No need to block me, I don't care enough to stalk anybody. Hugs and kisses 13

I will be changing my name soon. As soon as I talk to the ones who own me, and let them know, I shall go by the name 13 from now on. It is not a drug reference. It is not a gang reference. It is my favorite number, and apparantly I've been listening to too much Slipknot, because it just seems like a good idea, and it is one hell of alot shorter than Mr 7000000. If it confuses any of you...sorry. If it causes problems...sorry. But I'm changing it regardless, so oh well.

Here it is, the newest auction I am in! My mind has been elsewhere, and I forgot to post the blog, so there is just a few days left! I know the offer seems light, but if you know me, you know I'll do whatever I can to make you happy! So open up your fu wallet, or whatever you want, and place a bid, I promise you I'll make it worth your while! Mr 7000000

Folks, I've decided to make a run at Spotlight. My quest for a Happy Hour fell through, and since I had some truly wonderful people donate their hard earned fubucks, I figure I might as well put them to good use. It'll probably be in a few weeks, I'm gonna be in an auction before then, but as soon as I'm won, I'll be posting a bully. So if you need things rated, or want to donate a little, I'd surely appreciate you dropping me a line. I'm gonna help a few people before then, but then I'll hit it hard. Thank you all in advance. If you have any ideas on how to raise fubucks, leave a comment, I'm gonna need some help!