i know it probably puts me in the minority, but i hated emma.

but with what you're saying, we've talked about this to an extent and i think you know my feelings. bottom line is, everything you've said is spot on. and the question is really, what do you do about it? hell if i know. each person is going to feel their own way about elitism and there will never be a way to please everyone. and no, elite is not a dirty word, but it does leave a few smudges behind.

great topic btw...i'm glad you did end out chat to finish this! :D