As Seen on the Internet

I would like to be finished with my PhD thesis.  It can be done.

Tonight I came across the following snippet, which encapsulates some of my feelings right now:

A PhD is a completely solo effort. There is no one you can ask advice of. No one can help you. ... You are alone. Think Frodo without the Fellowship.

Sure, it's depressing, but only because there's a grain of truth to it. It certainly feels that way sometimes.

I think I'd feel better if I had a Ring of Power, though. :)