You were so right! I almost feel bad for sharing this since you all have been waiting for so long, but I have been checking Inventory multiple times a day since I found this message thread and last night they had exactly what I ordered 3 hours away from me in Bakersfield CA! I called this morning, and they switched my order to that one that's in stock and I'm taking delivery on Sunday! Only downside is I have to drive 3 hours away to get it, but that's no biggie since I'm looking forward to the drive home!
I think I just got very lucky, but I also think this must mean, just like you said, they are rolling these out faster.
I wouldn't have even thought to check the inventory so much if it wasn't for you all on this thread. I'm so grateful I found you all, I almost wish I was waiting longer to be a part of the great camaraderie you all have here! Almost.