Thanks for the feedback. I knew something wasn’t feeling quite right with my “plan” so I appreciate the advice to abandon it!

Now to a broader question that seems oddly placed in a FB-specific forum... does anyone have any advice on better redemption options (in addition the the VS option suggested by Maestro Ramen above). For perspective, my options to consider are SkyMiles, BA Avios, AA miles and Amex Membership Rewards.