Why so ironic? Fear the competition cause your BFL ain't shippin yet!? Well, it may take a while...

Just kiddin...
No, not kiddin. Just escaped Newbie Jail myself 10 days ago. Still feel a bit sorry for the inmates.
Nothing wrong with ASICs. Other than the price. So I'm paying it forward, for a little while anyway.
ROI is important. If you're new here I guess you don't want to get burned if you take up mining.
Just do your research. That's all. Oh , this may help
http://www.coinish.com/calc (expert mode).