Hey, Westy! As you were asking, I almost didn't alter my cat photos. They're direct scans from processed Fuji films. Anyway, if you're very interested in processing, I recommend http://www.presetsheaven.com/. Enjoy your trials. :)
I'm not offended. Coming from the 3rd world, not that we are not serious about social issues, optimism is not rare in our movies. And really, Jamal wins anyway, so I don't see a problem.