I imagine that, in a way, the evolution you're talking about is related to that comment of yours : "In 2002, when users were just seeing LV 6.1, I was looking forward to what would eventually be LV 8.2. Today, I am officially looking forward to LV 2016. Or 2017. Not sure."
As Daklu said, this is brutal teasing!
Good luck with your new role!