We're all just trying to figure it all out David. You're not a
  dick. This stuff is complicated and discussion and expression of
  thoughts-as-they-happen is important, if for no other reason to
  "get it out there" so you can "see" what your thinking (in
  words) and get feedback from others to help compare/contrast. I
  think it's always best to "get it out" - and I'm in agreement
  with your discussion points, although it's good even if I
  wasn't; I just happen to be*smile emoticon