LOL - no worries! I love it when people comment thoughtfully. You're totally right about the writers bringing Lisa and Ben in to ratchet up the angst factor at every available opportunity. And yes, EXCELLENT point about Ben being cursed if he really is a Winchester.

Yeah, a lingering sense of obligation to the show - that's an excellent way to put it. I'm still hoping for excellent episodes, but I'm not expecting them any more.