It started with a 5 weight blank. A harmless, no named rod from a now defunct dealer. Just a way to have fun, to pass some time.

But then that five led to a four weight. I mean, I heard so many good things about that blank, and at that price... Spigot ferrules!

Soon I found myself holding a one weight blank.

Although I'm not as deep into this as you, rest assured, you are not alone.