Heeheehee, expect good news around this week! And yes, I admit the process is taking longer than I expected!
None of the above. In fact I cannot participate to be fair. :)
Yeah, HM, TM, recovery items, key items, battle items, pokéballs, they are all in ome pocket/bag. When you need to surf or use the bike, you have to access from the main menu as well!
I replayed Gen I this year as well, I have to be honest that the Special stat is overwhelming and the lack of move categorize makes the whole thing difficult as well!