Again, I'm late for the party. I'll admit that your musings have definitely piqued my interest. I've been wondering some of the same things as you posted, so I'll be watching you more carefully in case you send a lightning bolt my way.
I've been wayyyyyy busy lately--and too busy to post. So in my time not reading the BB and living life, I've kinda sorta come to the conclusion that some good chunks away from dissecting and analyzing are healthy and good for you.
Take that FWIW, and I'll pop in a bit later.
Betsey
"There are only 2 ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."
Betsey 
