I don't think I've ever really explained the source of the blog name. It is mostly because that phrase is uttered at least once, and usually many times, during any project, big or small, whether done by us or a professional. There's nothing about this house that is standard or easy or straightforward.
Take, for instance, this project: the replacement of a front door light fixture (the previous one having been removed when we had our siding installed a couple years ago.)
How long would you think that should take? 15 minutes? 45 minutes?
Try two and a half hours including a trip to Ace Hardware involving including a heated discussion with a rude salesman.
But at least it is done, and once again, there is light.
