thanks smile emoticon Yeah - the more I thought about the meme, I thought, "I actually don't mind small talk - I actually like it" I guess I don't really have a distinction between the two 'cause really, all talk is small talk - whether it's talking about quantum physics or how awful the service was today. it's all just ways to pass the time, engaging with people. I enjoy it. I guess I just tend to talk about deep stuff a lot but sometimes one of my favorite conversations is: Person: "Hey ken!" K: "Hey!" P: "whatcha doin'?" K: "Might take a bit to explain. Do you REALLY want to hear about my latest project?" P: "Oh, well, no I was just saying "Hi" K: "Oh ok. Hi! What's up?" P: Nothin' K: Well, great hearing from you again! P: Yeah you too!