Help: Macbook vs PC

Okay, I want to buy a laptop, and must admit that I am totally stuck on this Mac vs Windows debate. I'm trying to do some research and need a push in the right direction - which I was hoping someone here could help me out with.

Basically, I want a Macbook - so pretty, so not Microsoft etc, but am worried that I am being seduced by the pretty. I'm not so level-headed when it comes to gadgets. My extreme techno-joy* seems to get in the way.

I need something to run all basics + photo editing and design applications. I'm unlikely to be editing movies, so the 13" macbook screen seems fine to me. Also, anyone have much experience with iWork? Any good?

So how about it, guys: Macbook vs PC?

P.S. I don't have the cash to get the Macbook Pro, and don't know if that impacts on the debate at all, but I thought I should mention it before I get 20 comments pushing the thing I can't have.




*antonym to technophobia