Thesis work continues at it\u2019s titanic-like steady pace toward completion (bad metaphor, I suppose \u2013 my thesis is far more graceful, like floating, a Hindenburg). I read things, I highlight pdfs with my fancy new computer. Sometimes I write something. Did you know there were instant divisions in the interpretation of Kant, quickly dividing into the Marburg School and the Southwest German School of Neo-Kantian<\/a> thought? Guess which school I\u2019m<\/span> in\u2026<\/p>\n Valentine\u2019s day was a blast. A lazy day, then with some inspiring images sent by Dave W and seeing \u201cice-trex\u201d on sale at a local store, I decided Julie and I were going to climb a mountain (after dinner and the Vagina Monologues<\/a>). By 11pm we were at the Pattee Canyon trailhead, 3.5 miles from the summit of Mount Sentinel. By about 1am we were at the top, snapping fun long-exposure pics.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3637\/3284258700_d82b7a109e.jpg?v=0\")
<\/a>On the car-ride up, Julie said, \u201cI think this is my best Valentine\u2019s day ever.\u201d Awwww\u2026 (but that was before the 7 mile hike in sub-freezing temperatures and snow).<\/p>\n
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