Sloper,
First thing:
Congratulations on your first 14er!
That was a nice report. It is always fun reading the experiences of a first timer.
I like the part about dragging your bag out of the tent. I never use a tent or shelter unless there is good reason--foul weather. Sleeping out is easier, AND more enjoyable. It's rather claustrophobic inside a small tent.
And isn't it silly the way people put up cairns all over the place when there are lots of different routes?
Since you are so sensitive to the altitude, you might think about trying Diamox.
One last time: Congratulations!
