I do process my photos too. Not to a huge degree, but if you are going to put them out, they should look at least pretty decent. I hope to use mine in other applications/publications, etc some day. So there's no reason to put out images that are mediocre, at least in my book. That's one reason I don't put out a bunch of posts a day, and the same with writing. I don't want to just put out 'stuff' and not put any effort into it. May not pay as well, but that's OK, I still strive for at least a modicum of quality in most efforts.

I went on a trip with a friend last year, and being Joe Photog of everything that comes along, I was concerned a lot that I was slowing everything/where down and being a pain. He said not, but it's always in your mind. So I agree, just going it alone is much better. You can do whatever you want for as long as you want. I never GET anywhere, but then, most times, where is the 'there' we really need to BE. Just enjoy the trip.