I have re watched the first five years at least twice in the new run. That feeling has been there more than once and I still have that childishly giddy feeling when I sat down to re-watch one.
And I agree with you Blink and the Empty Child are epic, stroke of genius. Just say "are you my mommy?" or "don't Blink" in our house hold sends shivers. That said it is not just the spooky behind the sofa , I like the silliness, links to other things, Si-Fi etc that makes a good Doctor Who.
Just felt that this season has just lacked the little bit extra, I have enjoyed them, mind.