Hey Chris - I just sent a follow-up to your last PM...
I personally think having one or two of the elements you've listed above are okay. Including all of them though imo makes for a crowded, hodgepodge of a logo design with way to many focal points. In my opinion of course...
Anyway - let me know if you're interested in the
revised logo design I sent you. Otherwise - here's wishing you all the success in the world with your new forum
J.