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Hello, I have recently got unblocked. Now, I am free to update my status, but the real work is in the 'pedia.

Blocked

I've blocked you. You do not appear to be here to contribute constructively to the encyclopedia. The main reason for this block is because of you creating a new article with content taken from Amazon, which is a very serious legal problem. You are also causing disruption because of your edits, such as moving the Random Article Button back into the template namespace despite the MfD which was closed with the intention you move the content to your userspace rather than it be deleted. Your edits to Ignore All Rules is problematic and the fact you have made no useful edits to the mainspace recently leave me with the impression you are not here to contribute to the encyclopedia, but to play with items in your userspace. You were given warning yesterday and before that this was coming, yet you choose to continue playing with Misplaced Pages. I and I assume my fellow administrators would much rather be writing content or uploading photographs instead of having to follow you around and tidy up after you, which is unfair on those of us who are here to contribute constructively and with minimum fuss. Nick (talk) 22:04, 16 March 2008 (UTC)

It has also come to my attention that you have vandalised from your IP address, then reverted your own vandalism with your account, presumably to build your edit count. This is in direct contravention of the sockpuppetry policy. Please consider that a further couple of reasons why you are now blocked. One such incident took place on March 11, to the "Today's Featured Article" (John Knox). Nick (talk) 22:27, 16 March 2008 (UTC)

Nothing444 (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

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Block message:

Autoblocked because your IP address was recently used by "Nothing444". The reason given for Nothing444's block is: "uploading copyright content (text and images); disruption through moving userfied content back

• Blocking administrator: Nick (talk • blocks)

Decline reason: You have been blocked directly as stated in your block log. Since you have not provided a reason for being unblocked, your request has been declined. You may provide a reason for being unblocked by adding {{unblock | your reason here}} to the bottom of your talk page, but you should read our guide to appealing blocks first. Mr.Z-man 22:10, 16 March 2008 (UTC)

Am I blocked forever?

Am I? Nothing444 00:01, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

If you can't come up with a reason for unblocking that addresses the reasons for blocking, probably. Mr.Z-man 00:11, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

Nothing444 (block log • active blocks • global blocks • contribs • deleted contribs • filter log • creation log • change block settings • unblock • checkuser (log))

Request reason:

I wanted to contribute more to Misplaced Pages, but I can't now that I'm blocked. All I'm trying to do is make Misplaced Pages a better encyclopedia an a better place.

Decline reason:

This reason does not justify unblocking you, when I weigh it up against the block summary above. If you can explain the sockpuppetry/vandalism and give a good reason why I should ignore it, then I may consider it. Daniel (talk) 23:32, 16 March 2008 (UTC)

If you want to make any further unblock requests, please read the guide to appealing blocks first, then use the {{unblock}} template again. If you make too many unconvincing or disruptive unblock requests, you may be prevented from editing this page until your block has expired. Do not remove this unblock review while you are blocked.

Indef block seems a little extreme

Nick definitely makes some strong points, and obviously a block is in order for restoring a page deleted by an MfD and all the rest. I think that indefinite is a bit strong for a first block. Is a block of, say, two weeks a possible compromise? It seems to me that Nothing444 means well--good intentions don't count for everything, no, but perhaps they merit a second chance. And N444, if the block is shortened, please consider yourself to be on probation and make some regular contributions. Recent changes patrol is a great place to start. A shorter block, whether by Nick or another admin, would not be an endorsement of your habits of continually starting new Wikiprojects and editing WP:IAR, but a chance to start over as a calmer editor willing to walk before he runs. Darkspots (talk) 02:28, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

"It has also come to my attention that you have vandalised from your IP address, then reverted your own vandalism with your account, presumably to build your edit count. This is in direct contravention of the sockpuppetry policy. Please consider that a further couple of reasons why you are now blocked. One such incident took place on March 11, to the "Today's Featured Article" (John Knox). Nick (talk) 22:27, 16 March 2008 (UTC)". I cannot fault the indefinite block. Daniel (talk) 04:50, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

I'm open to suggestions, but the content contributions have consisted of creating new articles (Children of the Longhouse) by copying text from Amazon.com (that article will need to be deleted or re-written at some point, of course). I don't mind unblocking if there's a change in behaviour, and to that end, I would strongly suggest Nothing444 starts to write content here on their talk page, if they wish to be unblocked in the future. I certainly don't wish to keep someone who would wish to write content blocked indefinitely. Nick (talk) 07:58, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

I think all us Wikipedians have the right to change. I am going to start writing real content on Misplaced Pages if unblocked. I am going to change. I have a little to much on userspace, so If I get unblocked, I will contribute to the real encyclopedia. Nothing444 19:49, 17 March 2008 (UTC)

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Comment

I notice that you still wish to be unblocked, I suggest that you pick one of the articles above, copy the page onto this talk page and begin editing it. If you show that you're willing to contribute to the encyclopedia (not your userspace nor various wikiprojects) then we can review your block. Nick (talk) 01:24, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Hmm.... Infamy, Misplaced Pages Watch, and Portuguese Misplaced Pages looks like giid articles that I can get my hands on. So, are you going to unblock me so I can edit them? --Nothing444 02:07, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Read through {{2nd chance}} to see a few more details on what Nick is basically offering. - auburnpilot talk 17:46, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

I too would like to see you unblocked. I think that to the new Long Island project you started to put together could be a good place to start. If you want to be unblocked, a good article for you to polish would be the one on your home town. If you're from Long Island, there's a ton of history available the hasn't yet made it's way into some of the smaller town articles. Good luck, and I'm routing for you! – ClockworkSoul 19:02, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Please list the mainspace edits you wish to make and/or create a draft here on the talk page as mentioned above, if you want us to consider lifting the block. VegaDark (talk) 21:39, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

The following that are underlined in bold are articles I want to improve
I've chosen one article, the beautifiul Wantagh, NY. Even though Syossets the place to go, Wantagh still has the beautiful Jones Beach. Nothing444 22:01, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Good choices. Let us know when you're ready to post the changes. You know, I don't live that far from you! – ClockworkSoul 22:14, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

I don't know when I'll be ready. Could you unblock me now? Nothing444 22:16, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Normally you would be required to make those changes to this page, but I've decided to give you the benefit of the doubt and unblock you now. Please stick to making productive edits only to article pages for a while to build up your credibility. Once you do that for a couple of weeks, you should be fine. Good luck! – ClockworkSoul 22:32, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

There ya go. All done! Don't forget that a few people will be checking up on you from time to time. Cheers! – ClockworkSoul 23:22, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Reply

Great! Well just keep up the goals I posted on the page. - Milk's Favorite Cookie 23:16, 20 March 2008 (UTC)

Ok - I put one more goal. - Milk's Favorite Cookie 15:01, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Welcome

Hi, and welcome to the Red Sox WikiProject! We are a group of (mainly) Red Sox fans who help to improve coverage related to the Boston Red Sox on Misplaced Pages.

Looking for somewhere to start? Here are a few suggestions.

• You can check out topics on the main page.
• You can add {{WikiProject Boston Red Sox}} to talk pages of Boston Red Sox-related articles, and assess them as well.
• Check out the to do list for the WikiProject, and opt to try and complete some of those tasks.

If you have any comments, suggestions, or would like to talk about the project in general, feel free to leave a message on the talk page.

If you have any questions, just ask me.--RyRy5 talk 06:52, 21 March 2008 (UTC)

Well, Well, Well

I see your page is back. I was wondering if I could be your co-adopter. During our last encounter, I only had 1150+. Now I have 1800+. I have also improved my userpage a little. I know this is kind of sudden but do you accept? You really don't have to. BTW, I also improved my signature.--RyRy5 talk 04:48, 21 March 2008 (UTC)

Heya, Nothing! Glad to see you're out and about. Just a little note on one Misplaced Pages unwritten rule. It seems trivial, but it's a biggie: it's traditional not to change other people's talk comments, even for typos and grammar, and even on your own talk page. I know how counter-intuitive that may seem with us being on a wiki and all, but it's comfortably close to changing the content of people's comments, and that's... well... really bad. Just a heads up :) Hope all is going well! – ClockworkSoul 20:51, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Co-Adopter

Thanks. If you need any help, feel free to ask. Also, your my 5th adoptee. Most of them asked me to adopt them.--RyRy5 talk 16:21, 21 March 2008 (UTC)

OK, I did...Why did you change your mind?--RyRy5 talk 20:20, 21 March 2008 (UTC)

Adminisratation

I really need to think about that. Why do you want to nominate me?--RyRy5 talk 23:10, 21 March 2008 (UTC)

Normally, I would accept but...I think I need some thinking first. I'll tell you if I'm ready or not. I'm really honored that you think I'm a good editer. I'll ask other people for their opinions.--RyRy5 talk 23:20, 21 March 2008 (UTC)

Umm...What do you mean by that. Do you mean instaed of American Idol, you changed it to Administation Idol?--RyRy5 talk 00:56, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks I guess. By the way:Template:WP BOSOXscout INVITEIf you have any questions, just ask. I'm still thinking about administration.--RyRy5 talk 01:08, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Re:Rollback

I'm sorry, I can't give you rollback rights so soon after a block. You can, however, use twinkle and other tools to help rollback vandalism edits. If you contact me in around one month, I will activate rollback on your account.

Know this: declining your request has nothing to do with you. In a little while it will be safe to give you rollback rights, but right now I cannot. Sorry again, Malinaccier (talk) 01:17, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

After about one month of good behavior. You can use other tools like Twinkle to supplement for now. Malinaccier (talk) 01:23, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

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Nomination

You must really want to nominate me. I'm going to have to say......No. I decided to try admin coaching first. My plans for adminship are when I have 5000+ edits and when I have been at wikipedia for at least 3-5 months. I'm going to try the RFA around the beggining of summer, you can nominate me then. Also, Stormtracker94 is also going to nominate me then too.

		The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar
		For thinking I'm a very good contributer, asking to nominate me for Adminship, and being so and eager about nominating me, I award you this barnstar as a Thank You.

--RyRy5 talk 15:10, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

The cookie was good...Exept for the fact that I CAN'T EAT IT! Oh Well.--RyRy5 talk 15:15, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Invite

Template:WP BOSOXscout INVITEIf you have any questions, just ask the founder, me.--RyRy5 talk 15:23, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Re: Logo

I can make one for you if you would like. Any specifications? (colors, images, font etc.?) - Milk's Favorite Cookie 15:25, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

I probably can't put the rainbow background, but I will make the logo look exactly like you sig. Sound good? - Milk's Favorite Cookie 15:29, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

I'll see what I can do. - Milk's Favorite Cookie 15:30, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

How does it look? - Milk's Favorite Cookie 16:44, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Great! I'm glad you think so! - Milk's Favorite Cookie 17:22, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

pages that you created by mistake

To remove pages that you created yourself, you can use {{db-author}}. The {{tfd}} template is for deletions that need consensus to be done. I retagged Template:Cookiehi for you --Enric Naval (talk) 15:26, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Scouting

Well, most of it is in the Scouting Office. OK, umm...Go to the mainpage, go to the scouting report on the left side. Click on edit next to the Report section. Put as a report that Nothing444 has joined the scouting business, then sign it. Any questions?--RyRy5 talk 16:06, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

I'm also a Yankee fan...a little. I only like Derek Jeter and Roger Clemens. Possibly more. But I'm a big Red Sox fan.--RyRy5 talk 16:09, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

I know, I just wanted to tell you I like the Yankees. Anyway, did you put your first report up yet?--RyRy5 talk 16:15, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Well, I forgot to give you the welcome so read this:Template:WP BOSOXscout WELCOMEBy the way, I am now adding you to my friends list.--RyRy5 talk 16:23, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Your welcome. Also, if you scout alot, you may get promoted. Also again, are you thinking of becoming an admin?

I tried becoming an admin when I first joined too, but I didn't even know how to nominate myself, so I gave upwithout even running. I then joined the WikiProject Red Sox. So, what's your edit count? Oops, forgot to sign.--RyRy5 talk 16:41, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Looks Cool! I already knew about it though. I guess you can say I was spying on yours and Oreo's talk pages. I even asked him to make a logo for me. About your edit count. It's only about 750 less than mine. I still remember when I asked to adopt you the first time and I only had 1061edits. Now I have about 2050 edits. Oh, and can I adopt you now?--RyRy5 talk 16:49, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Logo

Care to go see my new logo?--RyRy5 talk 17:07, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks. Also, go to Oreo's talk page quick and sign the barnstar I gave him next to my signature.--RyRy5 talk 17:14, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

The Anti-Flame Barnstar

Hi, N444. I nominated this redirect for deletion. See Misplaced Pages:Redirects for discussion. I realize that it was probably created by mistake, but it's a redirect out of the main article space into Template space. We try to avoid whenever possible this kind of redirect, because it's possible for general readers of the encyclopedia to click on them (by hitting Random article, for instance), and get redirected out of article space.

I see by reviewing your contributions that you're doing a lot of article work, which is great. I'd advise you once again that this user page, social-networking kind of stuff, particularly when it has to get cleaned up, isn't a great thing for you right now. Please slow down and spend some more time working on the basics of the encyclopedia. It's good that you're contributing to AfD discussions for example, but you are not making recommendations based on policy. Why don't you read through all the articles in Misplaced Pages:Community Portal#Policies and guidelines, especially the "Article Standards"? You can then reference those articles and others commonly used in deletion discussions as you make recommendations. Take care, Darkspots (talk) 17:45, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Talk

Hi, thanks for putting the talk on my logo but I don't really need it. I just created myAdoption Program. How do you like it?--RyRy5 talk 19:05, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks, I just added more to it. Check again.--RyRy5 talk 19:08, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Reply

Thanks for backing me up. I gave him a message explaining what it is for too.--RyRy5 talk 19:31, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Well, I'm not RyRy%, thanks for fixing it.--RyRy5 talk 19:34, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

OK, I get to keep it. Do you want to try the program?--RyRy5 talk 19:53, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Fine with me. I have nothing to do now...I'm going to find a new adoptee!--RyRy5 talk 19:58, 22 March 2008 (UTC)

Invite

Thanks. I joined, although I don't think I'm going to start a scouting business there.--RyRy5 talk 00:03, 23 March 2008 (UTC)

How did you know I got a message? It's like, when I get a message, you pop in out of nowhere. It's happened 3 times now. Cool. Keep it up. Although I'm still wondering.--RyRy5 talk 00:28, 23 March 2008 (UTC)

Also, can you make the "talk" logo on my talk page match the font of my name?--RyRy5 talk 00:29, 23 March 2008 (UTC)

Weird al

I saw tyour comment on ryry5's talk page and thought "he likes weird al!" Do you like weird al? Kimu 00:57, 23 March 2008 (UTC)

Unfortunately no, but I like weird al too. What's your favorite song? Kimu 01:12, 23 March 2008 (UTC)

Thanks for the links :) Kimu 04:45, 23 March 2008 (UTC)