(Yes this blog title is an indirect knock on Justin Timberlake’s “Sexy Back” song… which I’m almost ashamed to admit that I actually like now. Oh noes.)

Now that I’m starting to settle back in a “normal” groove, it should be noted that my interest in drawing has not been neglected. It’s been great to hear from a few people that have been keeping an eye on me (you know who you are!) The latest feedback comes from my newly added DA buddy, Hypes whose support has been particularly encouraging. I’m going to have to think up something special or something to do for him as he’s pointed out that much of my stuff has a unique cuteness to it! ^^;

Meanwhile, I’ve been trying to get back into my gaming sessions on a regular basis. Yesterday I spent time with Test Drive Unlimited, a new game published by Atari. It’s pretty cool for those of you who dig RPG-style elements in racing games. It didn’t do much for me although the customization options and ability to get behind the wheel of real-life vehicles is a great touch. I took the new Saturn Sky for a test-drive and think I’ve found my new dream car for when I grow old and retire. I joked the other day with my fiance that the only cons to the car is apparently, it’s not a convertible and it can only seats two ppl. That means we could never give our friends any rides, unless they sat inside the trunk. *L*

So here’s a somewhat silly question — but who’s looking forward to the Wii? No really? I mean, the buzz is pretty high from what I can gather. Nintendo has really played their strategy out well and I’m just counting the days (Nov. 19 still seems so far away). I’m eager to get my hands on Super Mario Galaxy, Excitetruck and Metroid Prime 3. WiiSports also looks nice, if only for the fact that it will make for an awesome party game with friends and family. And I can’t forget to give a nod to Zelda: The Twilight Princess in spite of the fact that we may well not end up seeing it this year. I ain’t trying to jinx things — but we all know how Nintendo has been with their “unexpected” delays. Let’s keep our fingers crossed.

In other news, I’m supposed to get back my car sometime next week. Its absence is… so painfully apparent whenever I take the Dodge Stratus (the rental) out on the road for my weekly commute. Ugh… MUST. GET. BACK. CAR! I’ve finally got over the fact that in a matter of days, I’ll be forking over a nice chunk of cash just to get it out of the shop. I was especially grateful to have some support from a very good friend — a miracle that I never saw coming. Really put a smile on my face. And speaking of smiles… I’m rather curious to see what MS has loaded on the Marketplace. Right now, they’ve got a “Bringing it Home” campaign dedicated to the Tokyo Game Show and X06. At the time I posted an article and went online– there wasn’t too much available, making me wonder what was taking so long for them to present the “exclusive content”. If I recall correctly, the press release proudly spoke of getting access to content before it was posted anywhere else. Hmm… I must of missed it. :p

My guess is that it’s all going to be time-released over the course of the next several days. So yeah, while the stuff we’ll be getting IS free — we’re still better off going to the usual sources for in-depth impressions.

I downloaded NBA 2K7 last night and man, this game is making me love video game b-ball all over again. Last year’s version was awesome, but 2K is taking the visuals and gameplay to a whole new level. My impressions wouldn’t really do it justice, so drop over to IGN or 1up as I’m sure they’ve got some extensive reports… or if you’re lucky — perhaps one of our guys will show some editorial love and bang out a review when the game makes its retail release.

Wow — amazing how much you can start writing once you get going. It’s nearly 11 p.m. and I’ve still gotta tend to my laundry and use the last hour to get in a quick gaming session on 360. Till next time!