Personal Narrative vs. Research

At this point I feel like I'm just beating a dead horse, further discussing these papers. But heregoes.

Personal Narrative: Love the freedom of the writing style, hate the topic I chose.

Research: Feel restricted by the writing style, love the topic I chose.

Personal Narrative: Couldn't find a point to make because there really wasn't one.

Research: Couldn't find a point to make because there were too many.

PN: No bibliography necessary, to the point of bending/stretching the truth.

Research: Citations! icky!

So which one did I prefer? Honestly couldn't tell you.