I don't know if anyone has seen these:
Arkswitch:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=618300
Good task manager for 6.5.x it goes in the blank spot between Quickmenu and the first icon in your taskbar. You just tap and it will open up.
And here's a skin for the WM 6.5.x SMS client with contact photo and all:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=622520