On that, you and I are in full agreement. Evolution is a statement of fact, but exactly how it happens will always remain open for debate. This is what research, knowledge and understand in all about. Step by step, we fill in the blanks and learn the details of how it works.
As I have stated many times over the years, I have no problems with the concepts of Intelligent Design or Natural Selection, as long as they both address how it operates.
Actually, I have stated the case correctly, since many Freepers refuse to admit that life forms have altered over time. For people such as yourself, that factual information is understood and you have an understanding of the term "evolution."
If I have said anything that would offend you; that was not my intention. I simply desire to learn how things work. The why is based upon our faith in God and we probably both agree on that aspect.
I agree with your comments that we are trying to understand HOW it works. I would also add we are trying to understand to what degree it works.
As I stated, the only real issue is whether or not there was enough time, and possibly other factors, to have caused the amount of diversity we see from simple up through the complex organisms. I personally do not believe that there is sufficient evidence to conclude beyond a reasonable doubt that evolutionary processes are responsible for all of the organisms we see around us.