My problem is I'll catch myself playing code golf in the name of efficient expression, or writing mini frameworks when they'll never be used again. In general,

My problem is I'll catch myself playing code golf in the name of efficient expression, or writing mini frameworks when they'll never be used again. In general, I agree with your first draft idea. Get the thing working before you optimize for whatever is bothering you. Though, I also find that when I do waste time doing something that doesnt matter, I end up staying engaged longer than if i just stuck to the problem at hand. That is to say, if you're going to procrastinate it's better to procrastinate by writing code.