Hmm. I have upvoted you automatically: in the past it did not just mean I think your argument is interesting, but also (in cases like this one) that I share the sentiment and do not want to litter HN with "+1" comments. Of course, now that none except you can see your score, this is no longer working like that.
Thanks for blogging and contributing on HN, you've really improved my understanding of software, and how to think about software.
Happy Birthday.