I'm glad to see a post that is not only well thought out but also calm.
The rational people will always be rational in these situations... and the irrational with also be as their nature dictates, in my opinion...
I would have liked a notice in advance as to the date of my EGA start, the whole moving up from 5 to 7 days kind of messed with my plan of attack, however, there are plenty of things to occupy my waiting time with... Maybe this is because as an adult I have responsibilities some others do not. -- When I was younger, lived at home and had no job... I was bored... and boredom will breed nerd rage over simple things.
Anywho, thanks for the post.. was thoughtful, I enjoyed the imagery.
P.S. I <3 HP