It's an acquired taste, for sure. It gives the map an added challenge. Then again about 80% of the time it's a turtle fest but if yer in the mood to just blow people up, it's quite satisfying.
If you don't mind me saying, Missy, but I'd recommend attending some of the special events they hold. Kinda gives you an opportunity to play a map with friendly faces and a friendly atmosphere.
Seriously, events are the most fun I've had in a LONG time online! (not that TF2 isn't fun on its own, but events are 2x more fun)
EDIT: I'm not sure if the time is right or not. If no one is on the server in half an hour try joining 45 minutes after that. The time in the TF2 group says 6:45 (pacific) but the event page says 6:00. So yeah.