Let me explain how: when it comes to Hadiths, I have the same exact view of Mutazilites (who appeared in 8th century).
When it comes to Tafsir, I read what they have to say, if I was convinced, I take their opinion, otherwise I reject it...
In any case, a big chunk of Tafsir is pure speculation.
Sure Tafsir speculation, it's opinion. But there is a difference between educated opinions and personal opinions. Of what sort are your opinions?
But I am guessing you don't agree with the Mutazilites on these points:
Quran, man made copy of the Eternal book? Or eternal and unchanged book even on Earth.
Did God create Evil? If not then how is God omnipotent and omniscient? If God did create it then how is he All Merciful?
I would venture so far as to say you have created your own Islam. Which is fine. I just wish that most people realize this how most people actually practice their religion. We are individuals, I highly doubt religious practice is exactly identical. You pick and choose your religious views Debunker.
For you this is all fine and dandy, but when you get home. To a muslim majority, orthodox majority how are you gonna hold up?
On a side-note, is it not funny you can practice your form of Islam in the West?