Yes, I am pleased by a lot of what I read in that article! - Especially the part about the psychological element of the parts still to come with Gollum and Frodo. I expected a Helm's Deep of epic proportion, but I am glad the character development of Frodo, Sam and Gollum plays an important part in Jackson's mind.
As for the expanded DVD, I have seen the still shots of the cut scenes from Lothlorien, and I am looking forward to that.
Thanks for bringing me back to the positive side!