RE: Dealing with nerves
Very good post.
I've always described my emotions with a deer coming in more of being anxious rather than nervous. I don't get flustered before the shot, but after I shake like a leaf. Often time when it clicks in my mind that I am going to shoot(actually starting my draw) my head goes real clear and I zone out.
As for prefering time or things happening quick, I don;t really know. Last years buck I watched for 30-35 minutes of some of the most intense activity I've ever experienced and it was cool. Most times it happens much quicker. I don;t seem to be affected much either way.