Being born in 93, I grew up with the 1997 Special Edition. All of the changes made in this version don't bother me, but I do understand why people hate them so much.

The 2004 changes are a mixed bag. I don't mind some of them like Ian Mcdiarmid replacing the old actor in ESB or the extended celebration in ROTJ, and I love the added "bonk" in ANH when the Stormtrooper hits his head on the door. The only changes I hate are like Boba Fett's new voice and replacing Shaw with Hayden in ROTJ, which I hate the most.

The 2011 Blu-Ray changes can go to hell. This is why I have never bought the Blu-Ray version.....