Upon further thought, I hope the suggestions that I made or the information I previously conveyed, didn't offend you. My suggestions are merely that - suggestions based on personal opinion - and not indicative of any pushiness in how I think things should be done or undertaken. Everyone is free to do as they like. If, however, offense was taken, then that was not my intention.
Otherwise, I'm considering that you simply have a fair amount to ponder over. It's quite possible because of the differing information when I spoke to Jim, that the details may differ greatly between one time and place and another, entirely. That would include the people involved, so it is presumptuous to assume that you would behave similarly to your slightly older counterpart.
I simply wished to extend my apologies if I had somehow offended you. It was notoriously difficult in my memories to realize if you were or not, whenever you went silent.
Best of luck and - should you require - you know how to contact me,