Thanks to all!

This is exactly what I needed. I got extremely helpful answers to both my questions; perhaps next time I need help I'll be a little less fearful. :-)

On question one: I'm glad this is one of those rare occasions where symbolic refs seem to be the proper answer. It makes things easier.
On question two: Obviously I was just using Exporter's import function. I had never considered writing my own -- and I never would have without your help. Thanks.

As to why I am re-inventing this particular wheel, where would be the best place to post my rambling explanation? Meditations?

Impossible Robot