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December 14th, 2016

12/14/2016

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I do believe in simplicity. It is astonishing as well as sad, how many trivial affairs even the wisest man thinks he must attend to in a day; how singular an affair he thinks he must omit. When the mathmatician would solve a difficult problem, he first frees the equation of all encumbrances, and reduces it to its simplest terms. So simplify the problem of life, distinguish between the necessary and the real. Probe the earth to see where your main roots run. Thoreau

Morning y'all,

It's a beautiful, clear morning up top. It is our first undercast of the season! Clouds are spread as far as the eye can see this morning. The high yesterday reached 39 degrees. The overnight low was 23 degrees. It was 24 degrees and clear at 7am observation. The mountain received .21" of rain yesterday, mostly in misty bouts throughout the day. The trails are sure to be a bit icy and soggy, so beware! I have seen folks make it up in much worse without traction, but I would recommend carrying a pair of Microspikes just in case. Get out and enjoy this beautiful day!

I did some light exploring through the mist yesterday afternoon. I have always believed that the weather in the Park is one of its great attractions. With a different humidity level every day, there is always something new happening to the views and to the light. It is difficult to feel like you have a handle on a place when it is in constant flux.
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Whiteman
12/14/2016 08:45:13 am

Beautiful view of the cabins east on the steps and a very profound quote. Thanks and enjoy.

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JW
12/14/2016 09:07:09 am

Good morning up top , great pic glad your there stay safe and thanks again!!

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Maggie Jeff
12/14/2016 01:57:14 pm

Love your quotes and photos JP, they keep us all connected to the place we love!
Just curious and perhaps I missed it in a previous post, but do you receive any assist in resupply during your winter stay or is it by what you carry back in your excursions? A few chilly nights headed your way the next couple of days - stay warm my friend.

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JP
12/15/2016 09:11:49 am

Maggie,

The lodge has all kinds of leftover canned and dry goods that I am welcome to use through the winter. In addition to that, I get a food stipend to buy fresh vegetables, fruit and other tasty treats to round out my diet. I do have to pack the supplies up myself, as the llamas have the winter off...

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doug y link
12/14/2016 03:22:29 pm

One of Thoreau's best and most profound ideas.

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jmohr
12/14/2016 07:58:44 pm

We love you posts, and the photos that you share with us. Stay safe, healthy and warm!

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tomk in SC
12/15/2016 01:54:32 pm

I hiked up Rainbow and down Bullhead one winter about a decade ago and the hoarfrost off the manway at Rocky Spur early in the morning was beautiful beyond description. I hope you get an eyeful of something like that on your frosty explorations!

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