Ahh. I just like meta. I like knowing I'm not alone in my opinions; I like clarifying and figuring out why I am reacting in certain ways to certain things; I like friendly debate. It's fun for me. The post I linked did get too emotional in some places, but there were some good arguments, too.

And sometimes I just meta for the same reason I write fic - because I've got stuff in my head and the only way to get rid of it is to write it out. I'm anal; I like making lists. If meta's not your cup of tea, if it spoils your fanning experience, then I politely request that you don't read.