Macbook Air 13 vs Pro 13 resolution

I just bought the newest top end Macbook Pro 13 inch (2.9ghz) however I'm feeling buyer's remorse. Part of me desires the higher resolution of the 13 inch Macbook Air. However, my main reason for getting the pro was for legacy features and more bang for my buck (better guts in the MBP).
I do use ethernet connection oftentimes, however I could always use the thunderbolt adapter if i had the air.
My question really is, is the slight bump in the 13 inch resolution in the Air that much better?
1440x900 vs the MBP 1200x800
Thanks!

i've been quite pleased with my MBP 13. at first i was regretting it due to size, resolution etc. but the power of the machine, the huge hard drive, and the i7 standard (on the 2.9 ghz model) all make up for it. it runs incredibly smoothly and is very responsive. i still get yearning for the Retina 15 inch but that power would go unused. I might upgrade a year or two down the line when they release a 13 inch Retina and let my wife have this computer, shes due for an upgrade soon.
i would trade the MBP 13 for a maxed out MBA 13 but that would be pricey.
i thought about the 11 inch for ultra portability, but even though resolution is nice its just a really small screen.
if you ever use legacy features (ethernet, optical drive) the Pro wins hands down.
i use ethernet quite a bit to connect sometimes and its nice having it build in versus having to carry an extra dongle in addition to a cable.
really the only thing making me reconsider is the resolution difference and it would be nice to be lighter and thinner. everything else on the Pro is nice, though i wish it had a better graphics card

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