Q.3 Roses Same Variety All Had Blind Shoots Only Last Year. I See Several Buds Right Now Though… Can I Expect A Relatively Normal
blooming plant from now on?

Certified GKH Gardening Expert
It could, very well, have been that you had a simple blind shoot. The cause of them isn't well known, really. If that was the case, and you are noticing blooms, now, then it may be safe to say that you will have a normal season. It isn't a guarantee.
There are some things that you can do to ensure that you do not have a year of blind shoots. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/no-blooms-on-roses.htm
This collection of article will help you with the care of roses: