Speed is a lovely shot, there's a real art to getting an interesting image from a simple subject, and that's demonstrated here. The lighting and composition is spot on, and the reflections work really well.
I like the tones and composition in steps, and the sharpness of the carving really draws the eye to the words.
I think I prefer the second mono shot, purely because the finish makes more of the lighting, whereas the foam section in the first kind of sucks the light up... if that makes any sense?
I really like the web idea, it's a nice take on the theme. Well executed too, with the light in the dew really popping out, and the blur and muted tones of the background really making the most of that.
I think I see what you were getting at with beginning, and it's on theme, but I'm struggling to enjoy it as an image, particularly in the company of your other shots.