That's a fair point; my project plans are usually measured in years, not hours. Of course there is ongoing maintenance, but that's not where I spend most of my time.
I didn't mean to imply that tools aren't important, or that we shouldn't care. We absolutely should care, and I do as well. The difference is that I don't feel the need to spend copious amounts of time defending my tools, or debating their merits with other people who will never agree with me.
I evaluate them, use them, and move on. They are an integral part of my process, but not nearly as important as building something that solves real problems.
It's the same old issue of religion v enthusiasm, belief v fanaticism. That line gets crossed too often and it's just a waste. I think some lose sight of what's important.