Just wanted to update on my situation.  I'm still coding some loose ends for my business, but none the less I'm going to start working on the plan for this new code base.  My goal is simplicity while still being secure.  I'm not sure when I'll get done with the diagrams but as I go from topic to topic involving how to put this together I'll post here.  There should be at least some kind of weekly activity from me at this point.  Expect just diagrams and planning this month.