LFH Sonny's blog: "Random Thoughts"

I have been doing a little thinking this weekend, and it occurred to me, that some people have a really misguided view of "the reds". There are a lot of myths concerning the people who are in the weekly top 10, so I decided to write this blog, in the hopes of clearing some things up.I keep hearing how there is so much drama, and competition for the weekly ranking, but I have not experienced it, from "the reds". I have experienced it from the people hoping to be "red", or those who once were, but have not been able to adjust to the new family sizes, and famp rules.

I have been "red" for over a year, and have helped a few others get there. I have also watched other "reds" help others make it, so where is all of this competition? Most of us get along really well, at least on the men's side. There is a certain level of respect that we have for each other. Maybe even an admiration. In the time that I have been ranking, there have probably been over 60 different "reds", so I am trying to figure out exactly what constitutes being one of "the reds". How many weeks do you have to do it? How many weeks do you have to be out, before you are no longer one? If you were red, and take a break, are you still considered "a red" when you return? If you rank, but do not run a red name, are you still "red", or are you green/yellow/blue/pink etc.? If you are trying to get it, and step all over people, but fail, are you technically "a red", or do you get a pass? These are the questions that you need to ask yourself, before painting a group of people, with a large brush. What is "red"?

Some people think that "the reds" gang up, and keep others from being "red". I can say, in all honesty, that this sort of thing NEVER happens. If someone wants to be "red", they just need to do it. Not one person is entitled to a "spot".  I have never felt like a spot is reserved for me. They are open for whoever wants them. 

One of the funniest myths out there, is that you cannot get "red" if  you have "reds" in your family.  Please browse my family.  I have so much red, it should have police crime scene tape around it.  It has never been about who is in your family, but who has you in family.  Anyone who has ever taken buy ins, should understand this.  This myth has been going for awhile, and I am sure, it will continue, for years to come.

Another incredible myth is that ranking is all about how much you run.  While it is important to run, you will never get enough rates on your own. There is one person on here, who rarely runs, but is always "red". I have to keep it gender neutral, so that it doesn't look like I am calling anybody out, but this person has it down to an art. I admire him/her on the highest level.  Anyone who can master any area of Fubar, especially ranking or crown, gets a thumbs up from me.

Most "reds" are really nasty people. Another myth! Almost all who I have dealt with, are really nice people. They go at their own pace, and I go at mine. There is no competition going on. It isn't like a race, where you jockey for position. It's more like driving on the interstate. There are 3 lanes for a reason. Some go faster than others, so they are in the far left lane. Others take a little slower pace, so they take the right 2 lanes. You would not expect someone in front of you, who is going 80, to pull off, so you can pass, if you are only going 45, so why is that even a thing on here? If 45k rates is your pace, great! If others are comfortable with 75-100k, great! If you feel the need to pass them, expect to speed up. I have gone faster, and slower, so it's just whatever you are comfortable with. 

Now, more of a shout out, than a call out. I have dealt with a ton of "reds" over the last year. I admire these people for various reasons, and it has to do with how they conduct themselves. I appreciate each one for their friendship, advice, help, and drive. Obviously, my fu-wife, and real life girlfriend, sweetz, tops the list. She taught me so much in a short time. DEB and Notyouraveragegirl, are both very special women.

Now to those dreaded "reds" LOL. Ladies first. Candi has been very giving of her time, and is just an awesome lady. NotmyJoey and Infrared have always been accessible, friendly, and helpful. Patti is another amazing lady, who I miss seeing on here. Pierced Poppet/Krissy has been nothing but sweet to me.  Thank a Soldier, MzLinda, and Special K have all been "red", and all 3 are incredibly sweet people.

The next 2 go hand in hand, Niki Marie and Ramone! As part of a real life relationship, with Fubar roots, I have always looked up to them, and wish them the best =)

Now to the men. I am going to start off with one, who intimidated me at first, but has been a good friend from the start. I used to go to his fu-wife for buy ins, because I was a little nervous about approaching him. TMaxx...what up? A couple who couldn't have been more cool to me, but are currently on break, HIM, and Lost J.  Then there is Lucky Ron. He's always polite, and just a good guy, but it's definitely more skill than luck LOL. MTCowboy is another one who I have always admired. He is a true gentleman, in the way he conducts himself, and how he plays the game of Fubar. Blissfully Psychotic is another one who I am glad to have gotten to know. It means a lot to be able to help someone, and watch them take off.  Two of the most Fubar-knowledgeable people on here are MBHarleyman, and his real life wife, DeeDee. If anyone ever has a question, and needs an answer, Randy, and DeeDee, are both super helpful.

Last, but not least, are a few who I have gotten to know, but not as well Thomas, Alpha, and Erotic. All of them have been great family members, who I am sure I will get to know even better over time.

For anyone I may have left out, I would like to say thank you for everything you do.

Also a special thanks to the guy who keeps trying to get me kicked out of families. I can't name him, BUT THANK YOU! BEST OF LUCK BLOCKING EVERY RED EVER =)

Thank you for reading, and I really hope you take the time to get to know each person, rather than casting a wide net of stereotypes onto some really good people.