But the thing is - I don't feel like it was a question of "having a life" vs. "helping the world out." I feel like it was family vs. the Doctor. And that's what makes me go, childlike. Because throughout this season, it didn't feel like Rose's main priority, or the Doctor's, was doing good. It felt like it was having fun. I blame the on-crackness. Tooth & Claw has traumatised me, yes.

But he isn't, the higher authority. Nobody can be, and like you say, he's flawed. There is no higher authority. That is hubris, as far as I'm concerned, and as a Whedonite I want to see his flaws get back to bite him in the lovely arse. I mean, seriously. If he doesn't learn, how can I love him? He needs to evolve. He hasn't, for a whole season, has he? I'm pining for that. That's why I want a breakdown! *pines*