I created a short-cut to the "PSE.exe" so I can launch the editor directly and skip the first window.

But, in LR, I import my photos and first do some keywording before doing any editing. I have a LR catalog of 90,000+ images that I can find on a moment's notice in several different approaches based on how I'm 'thinking' about the image. Don't give up on the Organizer without spending some time understanding what it can do for you.

For my PSE10 install, the short-cut points to: "C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Elements 10 Organizer\Photoshop Elements 10.0.exe"

Update to your current version, if you find the short-cut idea useful.